Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✓51% · fair 1.95
GoalsOver 1.5 goals ✓83% · @1.18
Correct scoreCorrect score 1–2 ✗9% · fair 10.57
Istra 1961 vs Dinamo Zagreb: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Saturday 29 August the HNL brings Istra 1961 against Dinamo Zagreb at Stadion Aldo Drosina. Kick-off: 17:30 WAT. In the table, Istra 1961 are 4th, among the top four, on 19 points after 13 matches; Dinamo Zagreb are 2nd (among the top four) with 25.
Current form
Istra 1961, last 5: LWDLD Their latest outing: 2–3 defeat to HNK Rijeka, away. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 1 lost from 3. 2.2 goals per outing makes them dangerous.
Dinamo Zagreb, last 5: LWDWW Their latest outing: 1–3 defeat to Viking, away. 2.8 goals per outing makes them dangerous.
Momentum favours Dinamo Zagreb, collecting 2.2 points per game to 1.3 for Istra 1961.
Head to head
When they last met (22 Apr 2026) it ended Istra 1961 0–2 Dinamo Zagreb.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Istra 1961 1.0 xG, Dinamo Zagreb 2.5 xG – a total near 3.5. Both nets should be busy – over 2.5 sits at 63% and GG at 51%. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Istra 1961 12%, draw 19%, Dinamo Zagreb 69%.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Dinamo Zagreb to win (69%, odds 1.50 – longer than our fair 1.45, so there is value too). Most likely score in line with that pick: Istra 1961 0–2 Dinamo Zagreb. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Istra 196112%fair 8.57 · @5.70
Draw19%fair 5.14 · @4.10
Dinamo Zagreb69%fair 1.45 · @1.50
3.47Expected goals
0.98Istra 1961 xG
2.49Dinamo Zagreb xG
51%Both score
63%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
0–210%
1–29%
0–38%
1–38%
0–18%
1–18%
From our goals model: Istra 1961 1.0 – 2.5 Dinamo Zagreb expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Istra 1961 vs Dinamo Zagreb?
Our pick is Dinamo Zagreb to win with a 69% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.50.
Who will win Istra 1961 vs Dinamo Zagreb?
On our numbers Istra 1961 have a 12% chance of winning, the draw 19% and Dinamo Zagreb 69%.
How many goals will there be in Istra 1961 vs Dinamo Zagreb?
We expect about 3.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 63% likely and both teams score 51% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Istra 1961 vs Dinamo Zagreb?
Our predicted score is Istra 1961 0–2 Dinamo Zagreb, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.5 goals in total.
When is Istra 1961 vs Dinamo Zagreb?
Istra 1961 vs Dinamo Zagreb (HNL) kicks off on Saturday 29 August 2026 at 17:30 (West Africa Time) at Stadion Aldo Drosina.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
