GNK Dinamo Zagreb has a high probability of continuing their European campaign beyond the Europa League league phase. Data from the analytical platform Football Meets Data gives the Croatian club a 75.4% chance of finishing among the top 24 teams.
Football Meets Data placed Dinamo 18th in its projection of the 36-team league phase. This projection is based on statistical models analyzing team strength and match schedules. For direct qualification to the round of 16, secured by a top-eight finish, Dinamo is given a 22.5% probability.
Compared to other clubs in the league phase, Dinamo sits in the middle of the pack. AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen have the highest chances for direct passage, with over 50% probability. However, Dinamo's odds are significantly better than many other participants. The club currently has several key players in excellent form, which could positively impact the final outcome.
Finishing among the top 24 teams after the Europa League league phase automatically leads to the knockout stage of the competition. This is the primary objective for Dinamo in this phase. The league phase consists of eight matchdays, with each team facing different opponents. Points are accumulated in a single league table. Dinamo has shown in the past that it can be a tough opponent in Europe, and this projection confirms that. The schedule for all European matches can be found on our fixtures page.
HNK Hajduk is also included in the projections, but for the Conference League. The Split-based club has a 73.8% chance of finishing among the top 24 teams in that competition. This shows that both Croatian clubs are entering the European autumn with solid prospects for advancement. The percentage difference between Dinamo and Hajduk is minimal, indicating similar strength relative to their competitors in different tournaments.
The club is now preparing for the start of the Europa League league phase. The first matches will be played in September, with Dinamo facing challenging opponents. It is important for the team to maintain consistency throughout all eight matchdays. The current squad shows a good balance between experience and young talent. Club and individual player statistics can be followed in detail on the stats page. Dinamo will play their first match in the Europa League league phase in mid-September.
