Hajduk Split secured an important 2-0 away victory over NK Osijek in the Croatian Football League on February 16, 2026. The win at Stadion Gradski vrt keeps Hajduk's title hopes alive and applies pressure on league leaders Dinamo Zagreb. In a tense and closely-fought match, Hajduk broke the deadlock just before halftime with a well-worked team move finished from close range. Osijek pushed for an equalizer in the second half but were caught on the counter-attack, with Hajduk sealing the three points with a clinical finish in the final ten minutes. The home team had a goal disallowed by VAR for a marginal offside, which proved a pivotal moment. This result significantly boosts Hajduk's points tally in the race for the championship, while Osijek's hopes of a top-three finish suffer a setback. The Hajduk coach praised his team's tactical discipline and efficiency.