Rujevica Stadium was packed with fans for the big derby against Hajduk. Rijeka came out aggressively in the first ten minutes, creating several dangerous situations. Just seven minutes into the game, T. Barišić emerged as the hero, scoring a beautiful shot from outside the box that found the net.

Hajduk quickly tried to recover, but Jurčević was equal to the task. His key interventions thwarted Hajduk's comeback. In the second half, Rijeka controlled the ball, keeping Hajduk at bay. Their tactical thinking and solid defense secured them a well-deserved victory.

"This victory means a lot for us," said T. Barišić after the match. "We all fought as a team and showed what we can do." Rijeka can now prepare with full confidence for the upcoming matches, aiming to maintain their positive momentum.