Hajduk and Dinamo played an exciting football match in front of almost 34,000 spectators. The derby has always held special significance, but this time it was even more critical, as a victory for either side would impact the championship momentum drastically. A win for Hajduk would solidify their position as championship leaders, creating a 7-point gap over Dinamo. Conversely, a victory for Dinamo would help them recover and keep the race for the top of the championship competitive and open.

Dinamo faced significant challenges leading up to the game, with four key players—Mišić, Petković, Ademi, and Sučić—missing due to injuries. Additionally, the team was exhausted from the high tempo of playing in both the Champions League and the domestic league. On the other hand, Hajduk also showed a dip in form in the few matches leading up to this crucial derby. Both coaches approached the derby with caution.

In the continuation, you will see:

(1) Match highlights

(2) Match analysis