HNK Rijeka played its second friendly match in Kranjska Gora and Matjaž Kek's team defeated Brinje Grosuplje 3-0. This is the second win for HNK Rijeka in preseason, after defeating Bravo 2-1.

How did the match go?

After a calm start to the match, without any major excitement in front of both goals, the home team created its first real chance in the 17th minute. Oreč cut off the opponent's attack on the right side and immediately passed into the penalty area, where Puljić was left alone, but his header ended up wide of the goal.

Who was the best player?

Seven minutes later, HNK Rijeka took the lead. Majstorović found Dantasa with a long pass, who headed the ball to Puljić. The HNK Rijeka striker reacted well, passed the ball through the defender's legs and precisely scored for 1-0.

What's next for HNK Rijeka?

HNK Rijeka will play against the loser of the CSKA Sofia and Derry match in the second qualifying round of the Conference League. The first match will be played at Rujevica on July 23, and the return match will be played away from home a week later.

Current league standings: | Category | Data | | --- | --- | | League position | 4th | | Points | 53 | | Win-draw-loss record | 14-11-11 | | Goal difference | +13 | | Last result | Win 2-0 against HNK Gorica (2026-05-23) |