VINKOVCI, Croatia (Interstat) — A Croatian Cup clash on Wednesday pits top-flight powerhouse Hajduk Split against second-division side HNK Cibalia Vinkovci, with the hosts looking to author a cup upset.

Both teams enter the round of 32 match with perfect 1-0 records in this season’s domestic cup competition. However, their form across all competitions presents a stark contrast. Hajduk Split, a perennial contender, boasts a strong 3-1-1 overall record this season and is riding high from a 4-1 road victory over NK Koprivnica in their last outing on Sept. 24.

Cibalia, competing in the Croatian Second Football League, is undefeated but untested at a similar level. They hold a 1-0-1 overall record, with their most recent result a 1-0 win at Vukovar on Sept. 10.

The matchup at Stadion HNK Cibalia is a classic cup fixture, highlighting the division gap between the clubs. Hajduk, based in the historic coastal city of Split, is expected to control possession and generate the majority of scoring chances. According to Interstat’s game simulator, Hajduk is projected to advance with a narrow 1-0 victory.

For Hajduk, the cup represents a crucial opportunity for silverware as they continue their domestic campaign. Their next scheduled match is a Super Cup fixture against rivals Dinamo Zagreb on Dec. 13.

First whistle is set for 8 p.m. local time at Stadion HNK Cibalia.