Istra 1961 lost to Rijeka 1:3 in a derby match played at the Aldo Drosina stadium. The game started at 18:55, and Rijeka took the lead in the 5th minute with a goal by Stjepan Lončar. Istra 1961 tried to reduce the deficit, but Rijeka took a 0:2 lead in the 70th minute with a goal by Anton Čolak. Istra 1961 reduced the deficit in the 89th minute with a goal by Perić-Komšić, but Rijeka scored a goal in the 90+5 minute by Robert Murić and secured the win. Rijeka coach Simon Rožman included Momčil Raspopović, Stjepan Lončar, and Escoval in the starting lineup. Istra 1961 had a great opportunity in the 56th minute, but Pandur reacted well and cleared the ball into a corner. Rijeka held the lead firmly and secured the win. Istra 1961 is now in a difficult situation in the fight for survival in the league. The game was played in front of about 1000 spectators, and referee Bel showed five yellow cards. Istra 1961 will have to improve their game if they want to survive in the league. Rijeka is now in second place in the league, and Istra 1961 is in 8th place.