HNK Hajduk Split vs GNK Dinamo Zagreb: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sat, 20 Sep '25)

The upcoming football match in the HNL is scheduled to be held at Stadion Poljud in Croatia on Saturday, 20th September 2025. The encounter sees HNK Hajduk Split facing off against GNK Dinamo Zagreb, with past meetings between the two teams creating a balanced record of one win each and one draw from the last three encounters. The most recent tie was on 3rd May 2025, where GNK Dinamo Zagreb emerged victorious with a 3-1 win as the away team.

Evaluating their recent performance, HNK Hajduk Split comes into this game following a 0-2 defeat to NK Varaždin. Meanwhile, GNK Dinamo Zagreb experienced a narrow 1-2 loss to HNK Gorica. In the standings of their respective domestic leagues, GNK Dinamo Zagreb currently holds the first position, while HNK Hajduk Split is close on their heels in second place. This match is pivotal in determining supremacy between the top-positioned teams.

From a player statistics perspective, standout contributors are evident in both squads. GNK Dinamo Zagreb will need to focus on containing R. Pukštas, who has netted 3 goals and is HNK Hajduk Split's lead scorer this season. Conversely, HNK Hajduk Split should keep a close watch on M. Lisica, with 2 assists, marking him as a key playmaker for GNK Dinamo Zagreb.

The top-performing players for HNK Hajduk Split include Fran Karačić with a rating of 7.52, Yassine Benrahou at 7.48, and Rokas Pukštas scoring 7.33. On the other hand, GNK Dinamo Zagreb's top-rated players are Scott McKenna, who holds a rating of 7.55, Josip Mišić at 7.45, and Sergi Domínguez with 7.42.

Assessing their strategic gameplay, HNK Hajduk Split and GNK Dinamo Zagreb possess similar ball control, with average possession percentages of 60.83% and 61.67%, respectively. When it comes to set pieces, HNK Hajduk Split averages 5.67 corners per match, while GNK Dinamo Zagreb averages a slightly higher 7.33 corners per game.

Disciplinary records reflect parity as well, with both teams accruing 10 yellow cards each, no red cards, and conceding 3 penalty goals apiece. Given the statistics and the strategic profiles of both teams, GNK Dinamo Zagreb seems to have a marginally stronger case due to their slightly better momentum and comprehensive player ratings. Therefore, based on the numbers, GNK Dinamo Zagreb is anticipated to edge out HNK Hajduk Split in this encounter.