More markets for the Prva Liga game, scheduled for August 16 at 12:30 PM ET.
HNK Rijeka enters the August 15 HNL clash at Stadion Anđelko Herjavec as the stronger side, backed by an undefeated run in recent Prva HNL fixtures, multiple clean sheets, and positive results in UEFA Conference League qualifiers against Derry City and upcoming ties with Ilves. NK Varaždin sits mid-table with mixed form following European exits, though it holds a slight home edge and has shown defensive resilience in low-scoring league games. Historical head-to-head records heavily favor Rijeka, with no recent draws and consistent away success. Key variables include Rijeka’s potential squad rotation amid midweek European travel, injury updates ahead of kickoff, and Varaždin’s ability to exploit any fatigue or experimental lineups in what projects as a competitive league encounter.