Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb Prediction: Key Stats, Lineups, Betting Tips

Viking welcome Dinamo Zagreb to Lyse Arena in Stavanger on 26 August 2026 for a decisive UEFA Champions League play-off second leg. After a dramatic 2-2 draw in Zagreb on 18 August, this tie is perfectly poised with everything on the line for a coveted place in the group stage.

For Viking, this is a rare shot at reaching the Champions League proper, and they have already shown they can live with Dinamo by scoring twice away from home. Dinamo, meanwhile, arrive unbeaten in the competition so far, with a potent attack and deeper European pedigree, but they squandered a 2-0 lead in the first leg and now face a hostile Scandinavian atmosphere.

With Champions League qualification, prestige and a major financial boost at stake, this Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb play-off second leg promises to be a tense, high-stakes encounter where small details – set pieces, defensive concentration and bench impact – could decide who advances.

Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb Key Stats

• Viking have played 1 Champions League match this campaign, drawing 2-2 away and averaging 2.0 goals scored and 2.0 conceded.
• The only recent meeting between these sides finished Dinamo Zagreb 2-2 Viking at Stadion Maksimir on 18 August 2026 in the UEFA Champions League play-offs.
• Dinamo Zagreb’s tournament statistics show 13 goals scored and 6 conceded across 5 matches, with an average of 2.6 goals for and 1.2 against per game.

Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb — Tale of the Tape

• Position: Not available vs Not available
• Points: Not available vs Not available
• Goals For: Not available vs Not available
• Goals Against: Not available vs Not available
• Clean Sheets: Viking 0 vs Dinamo Zagreb 1 (tournament statistics)

Formal group or league standings are not yet defined at this play-off stage, but the broader Champions League campaign data is revealing. Viking’s sample is tiny – just one match, the 2-2 away draw in Zagreb – yet it underlines both their attacking threat and defensive vulnerability, with no clean sheets and an open, end-to-end style.

Dinamo Zagreb, by contrast, have a five-game body of work in this Champions League run. They are unbeaten with 3 wins and 2 draws, scoring 13 and conceding 6. Their attack has been prolific, particularly at home (10 goals in 3 matches), and while they have allowed chances, they have only one clean sheet, suggesting this second leg in Stavanger is also likely to produce goals at both ends.

Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb Key Matchups

T. Moi vs D. Beljo

Tobias Saliou Sène Moi has been Viking’s standout creative force in this Champions League campaign, even from a tiny sample. In his single appearance, the 19-year-old midfielder delivered 2 assists in 58 minutes, with 22 passes at 68% accuracy, 2 key passes and solid work off the ball (1 tackle, winning 3 of 5 duels). His ability to unlock defences and progress play quickly will be crucial if Viking are to hurt Dinamo again.

On the other side, Dion Drena Beljo has been Dinamo Zagreb’s leading attacking figure. Across 5 appearances (all starts, 300 minutes), he has scored 2 goals and added 1 assist, backed by 7 shots (3 on target) and 4 key passes from 51 total passes at 78% accuracy. He is heavily involved physically too, engaging in 35 duels and winning 18, drawing 8 fouls and committing 6. This matchup pits Viking’s main creator against Dinamo’s focal point in attack: if Moi can supply quality service and Beljo finds his usual space in the box, this could become a high-scoring contest again.

M. Valinčić vs Viking back line

Moris Valinčić has been one of Dinamo’s most reliable two-way performers. The defender has started all 5 Champions League matches, logging 294 minutes with a strong 7.13 rating. He has contributed 1 goal and 1 assist, showing he is a threat in both boxes, and his defensive numbers are impressive: 7 tackles, 1 block, 3 interceptions, and 16 duels won from 27. With 191 passes at 80% accuracy and 4 key passes, he is also important in Dinamo’s build-up.

Viking’s defence, which conceded twice in the first leg and has yet to keep a clean sheet in this campaign, must cope not only with Dinamo’s forwards but with Valinčić’s surges and set-piece presence. If Viking fail to track his movement and aerial threat, Dinamo have another route to goal beyond their front line.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

These sides have only recently crossed paths in European competition, but the first leg in Zagreb already hinted at a finely balanced tie with plenty of attacking quality on show.

• 18 August 2026: Dinamo Zagreb 2-2 Viking (UEFA Champions League)

Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb Prediction

Stats suggest a clash of styles tilted slightly towards Dinamo Zagreb. Viking’s Champions League profile is that of an aggressive, front-foot side: in their single match they scored twice away and created enough to overturn a 2-0 deficit, but they also conceded 2 goals, with a significant share of those coming very early in the game. That points to potential issues with defensive concentration from kick-off.

Dinamo Zagreb arrive with stronger recent form and a deeper sample. Their last-five run in this Champions League campaign reads DWWWD, with 13 goals scored and 6 conceded. Their last-five index is dominant in attack (100) and strong overall (form index 73), even if their defensive index (50) shows they are not watertight. Comparison metrics give Dinamo a clear edge in form (92 vs 8) and attack (87 vs 13), while Viking lead only in the defensive index (75 vs 25), likely reflecting their resilience in the second half of the first leg.

Probability-wise, the prediction model gives Viking just a 10% chance of winning in 90 minutes, with a 45% chance of a draw and 45% for a Dinamo Zagreb victory. With the goals projections provided as thresholds rather than exact scores, the safest reading is that Dinamo are more likely to avoid defeat, but Viking’s home advantage and their comeback in Zagreb suggest another tight, competitive match.

Predicted Score: Viking 1-1 Dinamo Zagreb

Viking Recent Form

Viking’s Champions League form is limited to a single fixture so far, a 2-2 away draw at Dinamo Zagreb in the first leg. That result underlines both their attacking potential and their defensive frailty, but also their character: they came back from 2-0 down to level the tie, scoring once in each of the 16–30 and 31–45 minute windows. Their recent-tournament picture is of a side that starts slowly at the back but can grow into games and find goals.

Dinamo Zagreb Recent Form

Dinamo Zagreb’s recent tournament form is strong: DWWWD across 5 Champions League matches. They have yet to lose, with 3 wins and 2 draws, and their attack has been consistently productive, hitting 13 goals at 2.6 per game. They have spread their scoring across the match, with a notable late surge – a significant share of their goals has come in the 76–90 minute window – which suggests they finish games strongly. Defensively they concede around 1.2 goals per match, with some vulnerability between 16–30 minutes.

Viking Possible Starting Lineup

GK: A. Østbø or Ľ. Belko; Defenders: S. Bjørshol, H. Haugen, J. Daland, V. Vevatne or G. Stensness; Midfielders: K. Askildsen, J. Bell, T. Moi; Forwards: V. Berisha, P. Christiansen, R. Postema.

Viking’s squad list suggests a back line built around experienced defenders like S. Bjørshol, H. Haugen and J. Daland, with options such as V. Vevatne and G. Stensness providing depth. In midfield, K. Askildsen and J. Bell offer balance, while T. Moi is the creative hub after his 2-assist display earlier in the campaign. Up front, the likes of V. Berisha, P. Christiansen and R. Postema give Viking multiple attacking profiles, from physical presence to movement in behind. With no confirmed absences, Viking can field a strong, aggressive XI in a likely 4-3-3, mirroring the formation used in their Champions League statistics.

Dinamo Zagreb Possible Starting Lineup

GK: I. Filipović; Defenders: M. Valinčić, N. Galešić, S. Radeljić, B. Goda; Midfielders: J. Mišić, M. Zajc, G. Vidović; Forwards: D. Beljo, M. Oršić, F. Topić.

Dinamo Zagreb have a deep and versatile squad. In goal, I. Filipović has featured prominently despite a red card in this campaign, while the defence is anchored by M. Valinčić, who combines defensive solidity with goal and assist contributions. Central options like N. Galešić and S. Radeljić add height and physicality. In midfield, J. Mišić and M. Zajc provide experience and control, with G. Vidović offering creativity. Up front, D. Beljo is the main striker, supported by the proven quality of M. Oršić and the impact of F. Topić, who has 2 assists from just 72 minutes of action. Dinamo have used multiple formations (4-1-4-1, 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1) in this campaign, giving them tactical flexibility to adapt to Viking’s approach.

Viking Team News

No significant absences reported.

Dinamo Zagreb Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Viking:

• None reported.

Dinamo Zagreb:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Viking vs Dinamo Zagreb

Based on current form, head-to-head context and the available odds, here are three data-backed betting angles for this Champions League play-off second leg.

• Result Tip: Double chance: Draw or Dinamo Zagreb. The prediction model gives Viking only a 10% chance of winning in 90 minutes, with Dinamo Zagreb and the draw each at 45%. Dinamo are unbeaten in 5 Champions League matches (DWWWD) and have shown they can score home and away. Market odds for the away win range roughly from 2.60 to 2.87 (implied probability around 34.8% to 38.5%), while draws sit around 3.16 to 3.71 (26.9% to 31.6%). Combining draw or away covers the two most likely outcomes according to the probabilities and form.
• Goals Tip: Over 1.5 total goals. Viking’s only Champions League match finished 2-2, while Dinamo Zagreb’s 5 matches have produced 19 total goals (13 for, 6 against), averaging 3.8 per game. Both teams have hit “over 1.5 goals” in the vast majority of their fixtures: Viking 1/1, Dinamo 4/5. With both attacks in good shape and defences far from perfect, backing at least two goals looks a solid angle. Use the over/under market from your preferred bookmaker at the best available price.
• Value Tip: D. Beljo to score anytime. Dion Drena Beljo has 2 goals and 1 assist in 5 Champions League appearances, is a nailed-on starter (5 lineups, 300 minutes), and is central to Dinamo’s attack with 7 shots and 4 key passes. Viking have yet to keep a clean sheet and concede an average of 2.0 goals per game in this competition. With Dinamo’s attack indices high and Beljo heavily involved, anytime scorer odds on him could offer value, especially if priced above the implied chance suggested by his current output.

Odds are accurate at the time of writing and subject to change. Please gamble responsibly.