**Rudeš and Gorica sit at the bottom of the early 2026–27 SuperSport HNL table after seven rounds, with the promoted side on just three points and a -14 goal difference while Gorica remains winless on two points.** Both clubs have shown defensive vulnerabilities and limited attacking output against a competitive field led by Hajduk Split and Osijek. Slaven Belupo sits just above them on six points but has also recorded multiple heavy defeats. Pre-season simulations and current form point to these three sides as the primary relegation candidates in a 10-team league where the bottom position typically leads to direct demotion to the Prva NL. Key upcoming fixtures, including Rudeš against Slaven Belupo and Istra 1961 versus Gorica, along with the long winter break and any mid-season roster adjustments, will shape whether the gap narrows or widens before the May 2027 conclusion. Trader consensus reflects the immediate performance gap and limited historical resilience from the bottom clubs in recent campaigns.