CFR Cluj and Otelul Galati face each other on Sunday 01.18.2026, at 15:45 (UK Time), in a Liga 1 2025/26 match. The game will take place at CFR Cluj's home ground, the Stadionul Dr. Constantin Rădulescu.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between CFR Cluj and Otelul Galati, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for CFR Cluj vs Otelul Galati
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Under 9.5 Corners
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CFR Cluj preview
CFR Cluj heads into the match with the following record in the Liga 1: in 21 matches, CFR secured 6 victories, 8 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.24 points per game.
Taking a broader look at CFR Cluj's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 9 victories so far.
CFR Cluj has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 37 goals, of which 29 were scored in the Liga 1, resulting in an average of 1.38 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Andrei Cordea, who has found the back of the net 8 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Louis Munteanu has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, CFR Cluj has conceded 33 goals in the Liga 1 (an average of 1.57 per game) and 44 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.52 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Otelul Galati preview
Otelul Galati comes into the game with 21 matches played so far in the Liga 1. They have secured 9 victories, 6 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.57 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 9 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses.
Oţelul Galaţi's attack has been highly effective, scoring 32 goals during this period. Of that total, 32 were netted in the Liga 1, with an average of 1.52 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.52.
Oţelul Galaţi's offensive system is led by Paulo Rafael Pereira Araújo, the team's top scorer this season. The portuguese forward has found the back of the net 7 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Ștefan Daniel Bană. The midfielder has contributed with 3 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 18 goals with an average of 0.86 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 18 goals in 21 matches, averaging 0.86 per match.
Head to head: CFR Cluj vs Otelul Galati
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
CFR Cluj
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W D L W |
1.24 |
| Home | W W L W D |
1.5 |
| Away | W D L W L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 29% | 40% | 18% |
| Goals | 2.95 | 3.4 | 2.55 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.8 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.57 | 1.6 | 1.55 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 70% | 64% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 10% | 18% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 20% | 18% |
| 1st to Score | 52% | 50% | 55% |
|
xG
|
1.64 | 1.98 | 1.33 |
|
xGA
|
1.36 | 1.22 | 1.49 |
Otelul Galati
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W L D |
1.57 |
| Home | W W D L W |
1.91 |
| Away | W L D W W |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 43% | 55% | 30% |
| Goals | 2.38 | 2.64 | 2.1 |
| Scored | 1.52 | 1.82 | 1.2 |
| Conceded | 0.86 | 0.82 | 0.9 |
| Both Teams to Score | 43% | 55% | 30% |
| Without Conceding | 38% | 36% | 40% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 18% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 52% | 64% | 30% |
|
xG
|
1.56 | 1.6 | 1.51 |
|
xGA
|
1.39 | 1.39 | 1.39 |
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