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HNL 26/27 โ Table & Predictions
The HNL 26/27 season, Croatia's top-tier football league, is underway. The current campaign features defending champions Dinamo Zagreb, who are looking to retain their title. The season kicked off on August 1, 2026, and the first matchday on August 2, 2026, includes fixtures such as Dinamo Zagreb vs NK Slaven Belupo and Rijeka vs Rudes.
HNL Table
As the 26/27 season has just commenced, the league table is yet to take shape. The opening matchday on August 2, 2026, will provide the first points. Dinamo Zagreb enter the season as the team to beat after winning the title last year. Rijeka, noted as the most successful team in the league's statistical history, will be aiming to challenge for the top spots. The race for European qualification spots and the battle to avoid the relegation zone will intensify as the schedule progresses.
Favorites & Title Chances
Based on historical dominance and recent form, Dinamo Zagreb are the clear favorites to win the HNL 26/27 title. As the defending champions and perennial powerhouse, they have approximately a 65% chance of lifting the trophy again. Rijeka, statistically the most successful team in the league's recorded history, are the primary challengers with around a 25% chance. Hajduk Split, a traditional big club, holds an outside chance at roughly 10%, though they will need a strong start to close the gap on the top two. These probabilities will be updated as the table develops and points gaps emerge.
Season Stats
Statistical data for the 26/27 season will accumulate once matches are played. Historically, Rijeka stands out as the most successful team in the league's tracked metrics. Last season's winner was Dinamo Zagreb. Key stats such as average goals per game and top scorers will be available after the first matchdays are completed.
HNL Match Predictions
Our HNL match predictions are generated by analyzing team form, historical stats, and betting odds. For the upcoming fixtures on August 2, 2026, we assess the outcome probabilities for every match. Key games include Dinamo Zagreb vs NK Slaven Belupo, where the champions are heavily favored, and Rijeka vs Rudes, with Rijeka expected to secure a win. Predictions also cover NK Varazdin vs Hajduk Split, HNK Gorica vs Osijek, and Istra 1961 vs Lokomotiva Zagreb. Check back before each matchday for updated predictions and the latest odds.
HNL โ FAQ
- Who is top of the HNL table?
- The HNL 26/27 season has just started with the first matchday on August 2, 2026. The table will take shape after these initial fixtures are completed.
- Who will win the HNL? What are the favorites' chances?
- Dinamo Zagreb are the favorites to win the HNL 26/27 title with approximately a 65% chance, based on their status as defending champions. Rijeka are the main challengers at around 25%, with Hajduk Split at roughly 10%.
- Where can I find HNL match predictions?
- HNL match predictions are available on our league page, covering every fixture with outcome probabilities. Predictions for the upcoming matchday on August 2, 2026, including Dinamo Zagreb vs NK Slaven Belupo, are already posted.
- Who is the HNL top scorer?
- Top scorer data for the 26/27 season is not yet available as the campaign has just begun. The list will be updated once the first matchdays are played and goals are recorded.
- How many teams play in the HNL?
- The upcoming fixtures for the first matchday of the HNL 26/27 season feature 10 teams, indicating the league is contested by 10 clubs. These teams include Dinamo Zagreb, Hajduk Split, Rijeka, and Osijek.