HNK Rijeka has a new World Cup player: Stjepan Radeljić has become the fourth player in the club's history to play at the World Cup. His appearance for the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team against Qatar (3:1) marked a historic moment for HNK Rijeka.

How did it happen?

Radeljić has become a member of the exclusive club of HNK Rijeka players who have played at the World Cup. The first was Petar Radaković, who played five matches at the 1962 World Cup in Chile.

Who's next?

Toni Fruk could become the fifth HNK Rijeka player to play at the World Cup. He is part of the Croatian national team at the World Cup and has a chance to become part of the club's history.

What does it mean for HNK Rijeka?

This is a great success for HNK Rijeka and proof of the quality of the players who play for the club. Currently, HNK Rijeka is in 4th place in the HNL, with 53 points, 14 wins, 11 draws, and 11 losses in 36 matches.

CategoryStatistic
League4th place
Points53
Wins14
Draws11
Losses11

Conclusion

HNK Rijeka has reason to celebrate: Stjepan Radeljić has become part of the club's history, and Toni Fruk could soon become the next. The club is currently in good form, with a recent result of HNK Rijeka 2-0 HNK Gorica (2026-05-23).