{"id":2431,"date":"2026-07-14T18:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T18:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/zilina-vs-hajduk-split-predictions-picks-odds-16-07-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-07-14T18:30:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T18:30:00","slug":"zilina-vs-hajduk-split-predictions-picks-odds-16-07-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/zilina-vs-hajduk-split-predictions-picks-odds-16-07-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"\u017dilina vs Hajduk Split Predictions, Picks & Odds – 16\/07\/2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\n \"\"\n Europa League<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
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\n \"Žilina\"\n Žilina<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n 16 Jul 2026<\/span>\n 19:30<\/span>\n <\/div>\n
\n \"Hajduk\n Hajduk Split<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
\n Prediction:<\/span>\n
\n Hajduk Split to win<\/span>\n 2.35<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n View Odds\"Stake\" ><\/a>\n \n <\/div>\n
\n Pick your prediction<\/span>\n
\"\" Žilina<\/a>Draw<\/a>\"\" Hajduk Split<\/a><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

Žilina vs Hajduk Split Predictions, Picks & Odds – 16\/07\/2026<\/h1>
\"\"Europa League · 1st Qualifying Round<\/div>
<\/rect><\/line><\/line><\/line><\/svg> 16 Jul 2026<\/span>\n<\/path><\/circle><\/svg> Štadión Pod Dubňom<\/span>\n<\/path><\/circle><\/svg> Louis Hecq<\/span><\/div>
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Žilina vs Hajduk Split – Best bets of the match<\/h3>\n
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Bookmaker<\/th>1<\/th>X<\/th>2<\/th>Bonus info<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n
Stake<\/strong><\/td>2.85<\/span><\/td>3.40<\/span><\/td>2.35<\/span><\/td>View Odds<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
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<\/polygon><\/svg> Our prediction<\/div>\n
X2: Double Chance Draw or Hajduk Split<\/div>\n
\n 2.35<\/span><\/span>\n on Stake\"Stake\"<\/span>\n · Confidence Medium<\/span>\n <\/div>\n \n
<\/circle><\/polyline><\/svg> Odds recorded on 15 Jul 2026 at 16:00 · Odds are subject to change<\/div>\n<\/div>
<\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/path><\/svg>Competition:<\/strong> Europa League<\/span><\/div>
<\/path><\/line><\/svg>Stage:<\/strong> 1st Qualifying Round<\/span><\/div>
<\/rect><\/line><\/line><\/line><\/svg>Date:<\/strong> 16 Jul 2026<\/span><\/div>
<\/circle><\/polyline><\/svg>Time:<\/strong> 19:30 BST<\/span><\/div>
<\/path><\/circle><\/svg>Stadium:<\/strong> Štadión Pod Dubňom<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Žilina vs Hajduk Split Preview<\/h2>

Žilina head into this Europa League first qualifying round second leg at Štadión Pod Dubňom with significant concerns. Pavol Stano's side endured a poor pre-season, failing to win any of their four friendly matches, recording three draws and a solitary defeat. The manager is expected to deploy a 3-4-3 formation, with summer signing Dávid Šipoš competing for the goalkeeper spot. Home support will be crucial, but confidence levels appear fragile.<\/p>

Hajduk Split arrive in Slovakia brimming with momentum. Gonzalo Garcia's men swept through pre-season with three victories and zero goals conceded, suggesting a well-drilled defensive unit. New recruits Alec Van Hoorenbeeck, Mathieu Acapandie, Alberto del Moral, and Dalisson could feature in their competitive debuts. The return of Marko Livaja adds firepower, though his starting role remains uncertain. Hajduk are desperate to reach a major UEFA group stage for the first time since 2010-11.<\/p>

The Double Chance X2 selection, covering a draw or Hajduk Split victory, rests on a clear disparity in pre-season preparation. Hajduk won all three friendlies without conceding, while Žilina failed to win any of their four warm-up fixtures. That defensive solidity from the Croatian side is difficult to overlook heading into a competitive European tie.<\/p>

Hajduk's hunger adds further weight to this pick. The club has not reached a major UEFA group stage since the 2010-11 season, and repeated exits at the third qualifying round of the Conference League have sharpened their resolve. Manager Gonzalo Garcia has spoken positively about squad chemistry, and the availability of new signings offers fresh tactical options.<\/p>

While the 2009 head-to-head precedent favours Žilina, that result came seventeen years ago and holds limited predictive value today. The away price at 2.35<\/span><\/strong> reflects Hajduk's superior form, and the draw at 3.40<\/span><\/strong> provides additional cover should the hosts grind out a stalemate. On current evidence, backing Hajduk Split not to lose represents the most logical approach to this fixture.<\/p>

Trends to Know about Žilina vs Hajduk Split<\/h2>
  • Hajduk won three friendlies, conceding zero<\/li>
  • Žilina winless across four pre-season matches<\/li>
  • Hajduk seek revenge for 2009 elimination<\/li><\/ul>
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    Form & Statistics: Žilina vs Hajduk Split<\/h3>\n
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    Žilina<\/h4>\n

    Recent form<\/p>\n

    L<\/span><\/div>\n
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    <\/span>Wins<\/span>0\/1 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Draws<\/span>0\/1 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Losses<\/span>1\/1 (100%)<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

    Season statistics (1)<\/p>\n

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    3.2<\/span>Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n
    47%<\/span>Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n
    2.3<\/span>Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n
    0.9<\/span>Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div>
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    Hajduk Split<\/h4>\n

    Recent form<\/p>\n

    W<\/span><\/div>\n
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    <\/span>Wins<\/span>1\/1 (100%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Draws<\/span>0\/1 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n
    <\/span>Losses<\/span>0\/1 (0%)<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

    Season statistics (1)<\/p>\n

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    2.1<\/span>Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n
    21%<\/span>Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n
    1.7<\/span>Goals scored<\/span><\/div>\n
    0.4<\/span>Goals conceded<\/span><\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n <\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>
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    Statistic<\/th>Žilina<\/th><\/th>Hajduk Split<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n
    Last 5 results<\/td>1L<\/td>·<\/td>1W<\/td><\/tr>
    Avg goals scored<\/td>2.3<\/td>·<\/td>1.7<\/td><\/tr>
    Avg goals conceded<\/td>0.9<\/td>·<\/td>0.4<\/td><\/tr>
    Under 2.5 (last 5)<\/td>1\/1<\/td>·<\/td>1\/1<\/td><\/tr>
    H2H, last 3 meetings<\/td>1 Žilina · 1 Draws · 1 Hajduk Split<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n<\/div>
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    \n Probable lineup<\/span>\n

    Lineups: Žilina vs Hajduk Split<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n
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    Žilina<\/h4>
    3-4-3<\/div>

    Starters<\/p>

    1. 1<\/span> Dávid Šipoš<\/li>
    2. 2<\/span> Ján Minárik<\/li>
    3. 3<\/span> Issah Mohammed<\/li>
    4. 4<\/span> Michal Svoboda<\/li>
    5. 5<\/span> Patrik Iľko<\/li>
    6. 6<\/span> Xavier Adang<\/li>
    7. 7<\/span> Andrei Florea<\/li>
    8. 8<\/span> Fabian Bzdyl<\/li>
    9. 9<\/span> Michal Fasko<\/li>
    10. 10<\/span> Marko Roginic<\/li>
    11. 11<\/span> Samuel Datko<\/li><\/ol>

      Bench<\/p>

      • Jakub Badžgoň<\/li>
      • Abdul Majid Ibrahim<\/li>
      • Denis Alijagić<\/li>
      • Lukáš Prokop<\/li>
      • Daniel Homet Ruiz<\/li>
      • Talla Diouf<\/li><\/ul><\/div>

        Hajduk Split<\/h4>
        4-2-3-1<\/div>

        Starters<\/p>

        1. 1<\/span> Ivica Ivušić<\/li>
        2. 2<\/span> Šime Hrgović<\/li>
        3. 3<\/span> Stefan Simić<\/li>
        4. 4<\/span> Ferro<\/li>
        5. 5<\/span> Dario Melnjak<\/li>
        6. 6<\/span> Adrion Pajaziti<\/li>
        7. 7<\/span> Hugo Guillamón<\/li>
        8. 8<\/span> Roko Brajkovic<\/li>
        9. 9<\/span> Michele Šego<\/li>
        10. 10<\/span> Dalisson<\/li>
        11. 11<\/span> Marko Livaja<\/li><\/ol>

          Bench<\/p>

          • Lovre Kalinić<\/li>
          • Alec Van Hoorenbeeck<\/li>
          • Mathieu Acapandie<\/li>
          • Alberto del Moral Saelices<\/li>
          • Rokas Pukštas<\/li>
          • Ivan Dolček<\/li>
          • Filip Čuić<\/li><\/ul>

            Absent<\/p>

            • Abdoulie Sanyang (Suspension (red card in previous European campaign))<\/span><\/li>
            • Niko Sigur (Expected to miss next two matches)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n <\/div>\n

              Low confidence<\/p>\n<\/div>

              Both lineups carry a speculated tag here, extrapolated from first-leg data rather than confirmed team sheets, so treat the formations with appropriate caution. That said, Žilina's 3-4-3<\/strong> against Hajduk Split's 4-2-3-1<\/strong> sets up a fascinating width battle, with the home side's wing-backs likely key to stretching the Croatian visitors.<\/p>

              Hajduk's double pivot of Pajaziti and Guillamón will be central to controlling the midfield tempo, while Marko Livaja<\/strong> as the lone striker must hold the line against Žilina's three-man defence. The Slovaks will look to exploit any gaps behind Hajduk's attacking fullbacks on the counter.<\/p>

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              Žilina vs Hajduk Split: Head-to-Head<\/h3>\n
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              \n Žilina 33 %<\/strong><\/span>\n Draws 33 %<\/strong><\/span>\n Hajduk Split 33 %<\/strong><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

              Average statistics (recent meetings)<\/p>\n

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              1.7<\/span>Total goals<\/span><\/div>\n
              33%<\/span>Both teams score<\/span><\/div>\n
              1<\/span>Home goals<\/span><\/div>\n
              0.7<\/span>Away goals<\/span><\/div>\n
              0%<\/span>Over 2.5 goals<\/span><\/div>\n
              100%<\/span>Under 2.5 goals<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>

              How to Watch Žilina vs Hajduk Split Match?<\/h2>

              What time is Žilina vs Hajduk Split?<\/h3>

              Žilina vs Hajduk Split kicks off on 16 July 2026 at 19:30 local time.<\/p>

              Where is Žilina vs Hajduk Split being played?<\/h3>

              This match takes place at Štadión Pod Dubňom<\/strong>, Žilina's home ground in Slovakia.<\/p>

              How Can I Watch Žilina vs Hajduk Split on TV and Live Stream?<\/h2>

              Broadcasting details for Žilina vs Hajduk Split have not been officially confirmed at the time of writing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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