Prva HNL
Varaždin vs Rudeš
Sat, 29 Aug 2026 - 20:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Stadion Anđelko Herjavec
Varaždin vs Rudeš Prediction & Stats - Prva HNL 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Varaždin vs Rudeš carries real history into this round of the Prva HNL.
The two sides meet on 29/08 (Saturday) at Stadion Anđelko Herjavec, 20:00 (UK time).
Read the Varaždin vs Rudeš prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Varaždin vs Rudeš
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Varaždin vs Rudeš call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 4.5 Goals
Last updated on 28-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Varaždin the side to beat, with roughly 71% of the implied odds in their favour.
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Varaždin Preview
Varaždin reach this fixture 4 match into their Prva HNL. Here is where Varaždin stand:
In this competition
3 won, 0 drawn, 1 lost
2.25 points per game
9 scored, at 2.25 a game
5 conceded, at 1.25 a game
Varaždin, season-wide
4 won, 0 drawn, 2 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Ivan Mamut, 2 goals
Most assists: Ivan Canjuga, 2 assists
Recent results — Varaždin
22/08/2026 15:00
16/08/2026 12:30
09/08/2026 12:30
02/08/2026 12:30
30/07/2026 12:00
Rudeš: how they are travelling
Rudeš come in 4 matches into their Prva HNL.
Here is what Rudeš have produced:
In this competition
1 won, 0 drawn, 3 lost
0.75 points per game
6 scored, at 1.5 a game
13 conceded, at 3.25 a game
Rudeš, season-wide
1 won, 0 drawn, 3 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Lenny Ilecic, 1 goals
Most assists: Lenny Ilecic, 2 assists
Recent results — Rudeš
21/08/2026 14:00
14/08/2026 14:00
08/08/2026 12:30
02/08/2026 15:00
29/05/2026 11:30
The head-to-head favours Varaždin
Recent meetings have tended to go Varaždin's way against Rudeš.
From 7 match(es):
Varaždin: 5 win(s)
Rudeš: 1 win(s)
Drawn: 1
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Varaždin vs Rudeš prediction.
Form comparison Varaždin vs Rudeš
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Varaždin
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
W
|
2.25 |
| Home |
W
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
W
|
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 75% | 100% | 50% |
| Goals | 3.5 | 2.5 | 4.5 |
| Scored | 2.25 | 2 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 1.25 | 0.5 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 50% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.33 | 1.11 | 1.55 |
|
xGA
|
1.74 | 1.48 | 2 |
Away Team
Rudeš
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
L
|
0.75 |
| Home |
W
L
|
1.5 |
| Away |
L
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 4.75 | 6 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 2.5 | 0.5 |
| Conceded | 3.25 | 3.5 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 100% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.06 | 1.32 | 0.81 |
|
xGA
|
2.32 | 1.6 | 3.05 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Varaždin to Win the First Half
We expect the half-time market to offer great value in Varaždin vs Rudeš.
Varaždin has often started strong, particularly at home, where they dominate possession early. This makes them an excellent pick to lead at half-time.
👉 Prediction: Rudeš win or Draw
Despite being the away side, we don’t expect Rudeš to lose this match. Our recommended bet is Rudeš to win or draw in the Double Chance market, ensuring a payout as long as they don’t lose.
Rudeš has its weaknesses, but Varaždin has been vulnerable, and home advantage might not be enough to keep them from losing.
Fixture information - Varaždin vs Rudeš
Match: Varaždin vs Rudeš
Competition: Prva HNL
Date: Saturday, 29/08/2026
Kick-off: 20:00 (UK time)
Venue: Stadion Anđelko Herjavec
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Stats
The statistics for Varaždin vs Rudeš that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3
League: 3.58
Both Teams to Score
50%
League: 57%
Over 1.5+
100%
League: 95%
Over 2.5+
75%
League: 74%
Cards
5.5
League: 3.95
Corners
3.5
League: 9.42
Home Team
Varaždin
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
W
|
2.25 |
| Home |
W
W
|
3 |
| Away |
L
W
|
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 75% | 100% | 50% |
| Goals | 3.5 | 2.5 | 4.5 |
| Scored | 2.25 | 2 | 2.5 |
| Conceded | 1.25 | 0.5 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 50% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.33 | 1.11 | 1.55 |
|
xGA
|
1.74 | 1.48 | 2 |
Away Team
Rudeš
Croatia - Prva HNL
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
L
|
0.75 |
| Home |
W
L
|
1.5 |
| Away |
L
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 4.75 | 6 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 2.5 | 0.5 |
| Conceded | 3.25 | 3.5 | 3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 100% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.06 | 1.32 | 0.81 |
|
xGA
|
2.32 | 1.6 | 3.05 |
Corners
8.75 / Match
+11% Corners / Match
Rudeš received +11% more corners than Varaždin in the Prva HNL
9.75 / Match
Dinamo Zagreb
(2)
Rijeka
(2)
Slaven Koprivnica
(5)
Hajduk Split
(1)(3)
Lokomotiva Zagreb
(3)
Dinamo Zagreb
(4)
Osijek
(1)
Rijeka
Cards
1.75 / Match
+29% Cards / Match
Rudeš received +29% more cards than Varaždin in the Prva HNL
2.25 / Match
Dinamo Zagreb
(2)
Rijeka
(2)
Slaven Koprivnica
(1)
Hajduk Split
(2)(2)
Lokomotiva Zagreb
(3)
Dinamo Zagreb
(0)
Osijek
(2)
Rijeka
Goals Scored
2.25 / Match
+50%
Varaždin is +50% better in terms of goals scored
1.5 / Match
Dinamo Zagreb
(1)
Rijeka
(2)
Slaven Koprivnica
(4)
Hajduk Split
(2)(4)
Lokomotiva Zagreb
(0)
Dinamo Zagreb
(1)
Osijek
(1)
Rijeka
Goals Conceded
1.25 / Match
+62%
Rudeš condeded +62% more goals than Varaždin
3.25 / Match
Dinamo Zagreb
(3)
Rijeka
(0)
Slaven Koprivnica
(1)
Hajduk Split
(1)(1)
Lokomotiva Zagreb
(4)
Dinamo Zagreb
(6)
Osijek
(2)
Rijeka
Prva HNL Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Dinamo Zagreb
|
3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 1 | 8 | 9 | 3 |
| 2 |
Osijek
|
4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 2.25 |
| 3 |
Varaždin
|
4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 9 | 2.25 |
| 4 |
Hajduk Split
|
4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 1.75 |
| 5 |
Rijeka
|
3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| 6 |
Lokomotiva Zagreb
|
4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 8 | -1 | 6 | 1.5 |
| 7 |
Istra 1961
|
4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| 8 |
Slaven Koprivnica
|
4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 9 | -6 | 3 | 0.75 |
| 9 |
Rudeš
|
4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 13 | -7 | 3 | 0.75 |
| 10 |
Gorica
|
4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 9 | -7 | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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