HNK Rijeka played to a 0:0 draw against HNK Gorica in round 5 of the SuperSport HNL at the City Stadium in Velika Gorica. The match, held on Monday, 31st August 2026, earned a point for both sides, leaving Rijeka in fifth place in the league with seven points from four matches. The match report was carried by Reuters Connect.
The club's current league standing shows five goals scored and five conceded, resulting in a goal difference of zero. Their recent form across the last four league games reads DWLW. This result keeps Rijeka five points behind league leaders NK Osijek, whom they are scheduled to face at home next weekend.
How did the match in Velika Gorica unfold?
The encounter was evenly matched and lacked clear-cut chances for either team to secure a win. The defensive lines of both clubs were well-organized. An image from the match, supplied by Sipa USA, shows a moment where Ante Kavelj of Gorica and Samuele Vignato of Rijeka challenge for the ball. Sipa USA stated: "This asset – including all text, audio and imagery – is provided by Sipa USA."
Rijeka entered this league fixture following a significant European commitment. Just four days earlier, on 27th August, the club played the second leg of the UEFA Conference League 2026/27 Play Off Round against Danish side Midtjylland. That effort may have impacted the team's dynamics in the domestic clash.
What is HNK Rijeka's current position in the HNL?
After five rounds, Rijeka sits in fifth place with a tally of seven points. From four games played, the team has recorded two wins, one draw, and one loss. You can track the club's full statistics on our stats page. This draw has kept them in mid-table, but with a clear aim to close the gap to the top. A complete overview of the competitive situation is available on the standings page.
What's next for Rijeka in the following round?
The next challenge for Rijeka will be one of the season's key fixtures. Already on Saturday, 5th September 2026, they will host league leaders NK Osijek at home. This is a direct clash to cut the five-point deficit. A victory in that derby would significantly alter the dynamics at the top of the table and provide a major boost for Rijeka. All upcoming fixtures are listed in our fixtures calendar.
Furthermore, Rijeka will need to find greater attacking efficiency, as an average of 1.25 goals per game at this stage of the competition is insufficient for serious ambitions. The next match against Osijek is scheduled for 5th September 2026 at Stadion Rujevica.
