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Dinamo Zagreb vs Viking Prediction, Tips & Odds

Dinamo Zagreb vs Viking

UEFA Champions LeaguePlay-offs
Dinamo Zagreb
DLWDW
2 - 2
Stadion Maksimir, Zagreb
Referee: S. Gozubuyuk
Viking
#35 · UEFA Champions League
DWWWD
★ OUR PICK
Over 2.5 Goals
Both sides average plenty of goals and trend toward open games — the over is the value pick here.
Totals
1.67
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.60 (implied 62.4%) for Over 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 64.9% probability (an expert ratio of 1.54). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (64.9% vs 62.4%), driven by both sides' high goal output and tendency toward open games. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Dinamo Zagreb to win against Viking, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Dinamo Zagreb enters this match with strong momentum, having won four of their last five fixtures. Their current form reflects a solid performance, with a recent record of four wins and one draw. This consistency suggests they are well-prepared for the challenge ahead. On the other hand, Viking also comes into this match in good shape, boasting a similar record of four wins and one draw in their last five matches. Their ability to secure points in crucial moments makes them a formidable opponent. However, they may face a tougher test away from home, which could impact their performance. The model gives Dinamo Zagreb a win probability of approximately 60%, highlighting their favorable position in this matchup. One caveat is that Viking’s recent form indicates they are capable of pulling off surprises, so the home side must remain vigilant. For a detailed breakdown of how we reached this prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. This analysis is provided by The Daily Punt Analysis Team, using an in-house model that evaluates fixtures through expected goals and actual results across the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Dinamo Zagreb Win56%1.67
Draw21%3.99
Viking Win23%4.57
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.6061.5%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Over 2.5 Goals
1.6061.6%

Combined goal output is high (4.9 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.

Correct Score
Dinamo Zagreb 1-1 Viking
7.2014.0%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 14.0% probability.

Asian Handicap
Dinamo Zagreb -1.5
2.7536%

Dinamo Zagreb have been the stronger side, winning 70% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
7.20
14.0%
2-1
7.39
13.7%
1-0
8.10
12.5%
2-0
8.66
11.7%
3-1
11.09
9.2%
2-2
12.07
8.5%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 14.0% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Dinamo Zagreb
-0.0
1.26
Viking
+0.0
3.48
Dinamo Zagreb
-0.5
1.65
Viking
+0.5
4.10
Dinamo Zagreb
-1.5
2.75
Viking
+1.5
9.50

Lines averaged across 5 bookmakers. Dinamo Zagreb are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Dinamo Zagreb vs Viking
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
1.663.954.651.572.351.552.25
Marathonbet
1.644.054.651.602.291.592.18
Betfair
1.603.904.601.572.251.572.25
Pinnacle
1.654.094.911.622.35
SBO
1.743.583.951.672.23
William Hill
1.673.804.501.602.25
Bet365
1.624.104.331.602.301.672.10
1xBet
1.714.234.861.662.371.592.21
Unibet
1.664.104.701.572.201.602.15
888Sport
1.673.804.401.572.301.602.25
Betano
1.704.054.601.622.371.602.25
Superbet
1.734.004.451.612.321.612.27
BetVictor
1.654.204.801.562.231.572.25

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
92.4%
Over 1.5 Goals
79.7%
Over 2.5 Goals
61.6%
Over 3.5 Goals
38.4%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XDinamo Zagreb or Draw
77%1.18
12Dinamo Zagreb or Viking
80%1.22
X2Draw or Viking
44%2.14

Head to Head

Last 1 Meetings (evenly matched 0-0)
0 Dinamo Zagreb0 Draw0 Viking
18 Aug
Dinamo Zagreb
-
Viking
UEFA Champions League

The head-to-head record between Dinamo Zagreb and Viking shows no wins for either team, with one match resulting in a draw. The only fixture occurred on August 18, 2026, and ended without any goals scored, indicating a tightly contested match. With no historical wins to analyze, it highlights a lack of previous encounters that could provide insight into competitive patterns or scoring tendencies between the two sides.

UEFA Champions League Standings

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Atletico Madrid
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Barcelona
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VfB Stuttgart
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Viking
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Villarreal
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Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
VikingAway
0W0D0L
0 playedGF 0 · GA 0 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Dinamo ZagrebViking
2.55Goals p.g.2.38
0.9Goals conceded p.g.0.94
45%Clean sheets32%
70%Win rate71%
3.45Avg goals in match3.32
1.76xG per game1.64
0.05xGA per game-0.46
58%Possession %54%
5.7Shots on target / game5.0
6.2Corners per game7.6
Dinamo Zagreb
Recent Form

Dinamo Zagreb have won 8 of their last 12 matches at home, drawing 4 and losing 0. Their recent home fixtures include beat Dinamo Zagreb 3-1 and drew with Dinamo Zagreb 2-2.

Overall, the wider run reads 14W 5D 1L from the last 20 games (70% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Dinamo ZagrebAll competitions
29 Aug
Istra 1961
2-2
Dinamo Zagreb
HNL
26 Aug
Viking
3-1
Dinamo Zagreb
UEFA Champions League
22 Aug
Dinamo Zagreb
3-1
NK Varazdin
HNL
18 Aug
Dinamo Zagreb
2-2
Viking
UEFA Champions League
14 Aug
Dinamo Zagreb
4-0
Rudes
HNL
11 Aug
Kauno Žalgiris
1-2
Dinamo Zagreb
UEFA Champions League
14
Win
70%
5
Draw
25%
1
Lost
5%
Viking
Recent Form

Viking have won 11 of their last 20 matches on the road, drawing 6 and losing 3. Their recent away fixtures include drew with Viking 1-1 and beat Brodd 1-3.

Overall, the wider run reads 24W 6D 4L from the last 34 games (71% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: VikingAll competitions
04 Sept
Sandefjord
1-1
Viking
Eliteserien
02 Sept
Brodd
1-3
Viking
NM Cupen
30 Aug
Viking
2-1
Aalesund
Eliteserien
26 Aug
Viking
3-1
Dinamo Zagreb
UEFA Champions League
18 Aug
Dinamo Zagreb
2-2
Viking
UEFA Champions League
14 Aug
Rosenborg
2-1
Viking
Eliteserien
24
Win
71%
6
Draw
18%
4
Lost
12%

Lineups

Confirmed

Dinamo Zagreb4-3-3Confirmed

22Matteo Pérez VinlöfDEF
36Sergi DomínguezDEF
25Moris ValinčićDEF
26Scott McKennaDEF
99Mislav OršićFWD
9Dion Drena BeljoFWD
21Mateo LisicaFWD
33Ivan NevistićGK
8Miha ZajcMID
27Josip MišićMID
7Luka StojkovićMID
13Paul Bismarck TabinasDEF
15Niko GalešićDEF
6Stjepan RadeljićDEF
3Bruno GodaDEF
11Arber HoxhaFWD
30Fran TopićFWD
14Smail PrevljakFWD
1Danijel ZagoracGK
80Lukas KačavendaMID
20Robert MudražijaMID
41Sven ŠuntaMID

Viking4-3-3Confirmed

25Henrik Sælebakke FalchenerDEF
5Henrik HeggheimDEF
28Kristoffer HaugenDEF
6Gianni StensnessDEF
10Zlatko TripićFWD
17Edvin AustbøFWD
20Peter ChristiansenFWD
1Arild ØstbøGK
7Kristoffer AskildsenMID
8Joe BellMID
29Tobias MoiMID
18Sondre Flem BjørsholDEF
3Viljar VevatneDEF
2Herman Johan HaugenDEF
27Jesper DalandDEF
24Vetle AuklendDEF
23Niklas Kemp FuglestadFWD
11Romano PostemaFWD
30Ľubomír BelkoGK
15Ola VistedMID
16Ruben AlteMID
26Simen Kvia-EgeskogMID
33Jakob Segadal HansenMID

Unavailable Players

6 players

Dinamo Zagreb2

I. Filipovic
Missing FixtureRed Card
K. Theophile-Catherine
Missing FixtureInactive

Viking4

A. Baertelsen
Missing FixtureFoot Injury
A. Cosic
Missing FixtureInjury
M. Roseth
Missing FixtureKnee Injury
V. Berisha
Missing FixtureThigh Injury

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Dinamo Zagreb Win1.67 (56.2%)
Over 2.5 Goals1.60 (61.6%)
Both Teams Score1.60 (61.5%)
Value Bets
Under 2.5 Goals2.30 (38.4%)
BTTS No2.22 (38.5%)
Speculative
Draw3.99 (20.5%)
Viking Win4.57 (23.3%)

Yellow Card Prediction

S. Gozubuyuk has averaged 1.7 yellow cards per match across 3 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Dinamo Zagreb have averaged 6.2 corners per match at home; Viking 7.6 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 7.9 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

Dinamo Zagreb have generated 1.76 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 70% of them. They put 5.7 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Dinamo Zagreb player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Over

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.