- Form: Midtjylland have won 4 of their last 5 games and are unbeaten in 5.
- Away defence: FC Midtjylland have conceded only 4 goals in their last 5 away games across all competitions.
Tight match expected in Croatia
Match context
FC Midtjylland will be feeling very comfortable in their UEFA Conference League Qualification 2026 tie with HNK Rijeka after winning the reverse leg 2-0 at home last week, but they are going to have to work for victory in this game, if they can get it.
Styles and tactics
Rijeka are a well-drilled and organised side, much more structure and patience than chaos under Matjaz Kek's leadership, while Mike Tullberg always has his side playing a fast-paced, vertical football with a strong pressing game.
That style contrast makes it likely that the hosts will try to slow the game down as much as possible, while Midtjylland will want to get the ball in the pockets of space in behind Rijeka's midfield and try and win turnovers.
Midtjylland have the edge
The odds do make Rijeka the favorites at 2.52 with Midtjylland at 3.0 and the draw at 3.15, but we think the Danes have the better chance of managing the tie with a result here.
Across all competitions, the visitors are 7-1-2 in their last 10 while Rijeka are 5-2-3 and that's why we're going to support Midtjylland to avoid defeat in Croatia.
- Ulvene come into the game in much better form than Riječki bijeli, who have lost their previous two games, a 2-0 away defeat to Varazdin and the 2-0 loss to Midtjylland.
Rijeka’s goal drought may continue
A lack of goals has been a problem for Rijeka in this competition with Daniel Adu-Adjei on 1 goal from 5 matches. Franculino has been FCM's chief threat with 2 goals in 3 games and 3 in his last 5 in all competitions.
Under 2.5 goals at 1.8 looks a good fit for a tight matchup with home advantage for a side that is desperate not to get caught out and the visitors clearly having the easiest path to victory following their 2-0 advantage.
