Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb prediction 26.08.2026 | Champions League
Viking
Kick off:
Date:
Dinamo Zagreb
1
2.43
X
3.55
2
2.70
Contents
- Competition: Champions League
- Date: 26th August 2026
- Kick-off: 20:00 UK / 21:00 CEST
- Venue: Viking Stadion
Norway’s in for a memorable night in Europe. Viking’s right on the doorstep of the Champions League group stage, facing Croatian powerhouse Dinamo Zagreb after a wild 2-2 draw in the first leg. Viking clawed back from two goals down in Zagreb, so they’ve got some momentum and confidence heading home. But Dinamo knows their way around Europe and can strike fast on the counter. I think Zagreb comes out swinging, pressing hard from the start, but Viking’s defense has shown it can handle pressure, especially with the home fans behind them. This one’s going to be tense, with everything on the line. Let’s jump into the numbers.
Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Dinamo Zagreb
2 : 2
Viking
Champions League
The historical scales hold no weight here, as these two sides are writing their very first chapter. Their lone competitive meeting took place just days ago in Zagreb, ending in a dramatic 2-2 stalemate. With no prior record to separate them, the aggregate balance is perfectly level heading into the decider.
Viking team overview
Viking enters this one on the back of a sensational, resilient 2-2 comeback draw in Zagreb. The Dark Blues have enjoyed a brilliant domestic campaign so far this season, currently sitting comfortably in 2nd place in the Eliteserien with an impressive 40 points from 17 matches.
Bjarte Lunde Aarsheim's men look entirely transformed. Their form at the Viking Stadion is nothing short of terrifying for traveling sides. They won each of their last 7 home encounters, beating Bodo/Glimt 5-0 and Molde 4-1 in the process.
The main man pulling all the strings is captain Zlatko Tripić, who is having an MVP-caliber season with a staggering 13 league assists. He’s their most lethal weapon.
In terms of absentees, defender Anders Baertelsen remains a long-term casualty with a broken foot, and forward Veton Berisha is still sidelined.
Last matches of Viking
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Dinamo Zagreb
2 : 2
Viking
Champions League
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Rosenborg
2 : 1
Viking
Eliteserien
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Viking
2 : 1
Sarpsborg 08
Eliteserien
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IK Start
0 : 3
Viking
Eliteserien
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Aalesunds FK
1 : 1
Viking
Eliteserien
Viking lineup
Goalkeeper
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30
Patrik Gunnarsson
Defenders
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2
Herman Haugen
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4
Sondre Langås
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5
Djibril Diop
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3
Viljar Vevatne
Midfielders
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8
Joe Bell
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16
Kristoffer Løkberg
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7
Yann-Erik de Lanlay
Forwards
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11
Simen Kvia-Egeskog
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9
Peter Christiansen
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10
Zlatko Tripić
Dinamo Zagreb team overview
Dinamo Zagreb enters this one on the back of a commanding 3-1 domestic victory over NK Varaždin this past weekend. The Blues have otherwise kicked off their domestic campaign solidly, accumulating 3 wins from their opening three league matches.
Mario Kovačević's men have displayed an absolute masterclass in offensive firepower. Their away form is a terrifying weapon for any host. The Croatian champions remain undefeated on the road in their last 12 competitive trips, proving they don't break under pressure when playing on hostile turf.
The main man leading their lethal front line is striker Dion Drena Beljo, who has already plundered an incredible six goals across all competitions this season. In terms of absentees, dynamic midfielder Luka Stojković is heavily sidelined with a severe muscle injury.
Last matches of Dinamo Zagreb
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Dinamo Zagreb
3 : 1
Varaždin
1. HNL
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Dinamo Zagreb
2 : 2
Viking
Champions League
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Dinamo Zagreb
4 : 0
Rudes
1. HNL
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Kauno Žalgiris
1 : 2
Dinamo Zagreb
Champions League
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Dinamo Zagreb
5 : 0
Kauno Žalgiris
Champions League
Dinamo Zagreb lineup
Goalkeeper
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33
Ivan Nevistić
Defenders
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22
Stefan Ristovski
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4
Boško Šutalo
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28
Kévin Théophile-Catherine
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3
Takuya Ogiwara
Midfielders
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25
Petar Sučić
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5
Arijan Ademi
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77
Dario Špikić
Forwards
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10
Martin Baturina
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20
Luka Stojković
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9
Dion Drena Beljo
Prediction
These two attacking juggernauts simply refuse to take a step back. I watched the frantic first leg, and frankly, neither defense has a prayer against these relentless frontline transitions. Expect a high-octane mirror image of last week's chaos. Goals are guaranteed. Another dramatic 2-2 draw looks completely written in the stars here, pushing this chaotic tie right into extra time. It's going to be an absolute thriller.
Four reasons we expect three or more goals in this game
- Dinamo Zagreb scored at least twice in each of their last 7 matches.
- Viking scored at least twice in five of their last seven outings.
- Six of the last seven games of Viking finished with over 2.5 goals.
- All the last five games of Dinamo finished with three or more goals.
Main prediction Viking - Dinamo Zagreb
Over 2.5 goals
Best Odds:
22bet
1.64
