Vrbovec

HNK Rijeka hold an overwhelming quality advantage in this cup tie, having regularly competed against top-tier domestic and continental opposition such as NK Osijek and FC Midtjylland. Rijeka showed their scoring prowess by netting four goals against Osijek and three against Istra 1961. While Vrbovec performed well to beat Daruvar 4-1 in the previous round, the vast disparity in competitive level makes an away victory the most probable result.

Daruvar have struggled defensively, conceding 13 goals across their last five recorded fixtures and failing to secure a victory (0 wins, 1 draw, 4 losses). Vrbovec have the benefit of home advantage in this single-leg knockout tie. Backing Vrbovec via Double Chance covers both a home win and regular-time draw under cup conditions.