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NK Istra 1961 host Osijek on Saturday, Dec 19 at 5:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the HNL, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.
NK Istra 1961 come into this fixture in mixed form (0W 0D 1L). Osijek, meanwhile, arrive in mixed form (1W 0D 0L) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. NK Istra 1961 head into this on the back of a defeat, while Osijek arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.
History strongly favours NK Istra 1961 here — they've won 7 of 10 previous meetings against Osijek, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Osijek won 0–1. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 2.6 per game in recent meetings.
Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives NK Istra 1961 a slight edge, but Osijek are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.