The 1981–82 season was the 36th season in Rijeka’s history and their 20th season in the Yugoslav First League.

Their 7th place finish in the 1980–81 season meant it was their eighth successive season playing in the Yugoslav First League.

Source: rsssf.com Source: rsssf.com Competitive matches only.

Appearances in brackets indicate numbers of times the player came on as a substitute.