U Craiova and UTA Arad face each other on Sunday 11.09.2025, at 16:30 (UK Time), in a Liga 1 2025/26 match. The game will take place at U Craiova's home ground, the Stadionul Ion Oblemenco.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between U Craiova and UTA Arad, 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 U Craiova vs UTA Arad
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Under 2.5 Goals
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U Craiova preview
U Craiova heads into the match with the following record in the Liga 1: in 15 matches, Universitatea Craiova secured 8 victories, 5 draws, and 2 losses, maintaining an average of 1.93 points per game.
Taking a broader look at U Craiova's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 12 victories so far.
U Craiova has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 43 goals, of which 26 were scored in the Liga 1, resulting in an average of 1.73 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Aimé Steven Nsimba Labe, who has found the back of the net 6 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Anzor Mekvabishvili has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, U Craiova has conceded 16 goals in the Liga 1 (an average of 1.07 per game) and 27 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.17 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
UTA Arad preview
UTA Arad comes into the game with 15 matches played so far in the Liga 1. They have secured 4 victories, 7 draws, and 4 losses, maintaining an average of 1.27 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 4 wins, 7 draws, and 4 losses.
Bătrâna Doamnă's attack has been highly effective, scoring 18 goals during this period. Of that total, 18 were netted in the Liga 1, with an average of 1.2 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.2.
Bătrâna Doamnă's offensive system is led by Valentin Ionuţ Costache, the team's top scorer this season. The romanian midfielder has found the back of the net 5 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Alin Roman. The midfielder has contributed with 6 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 24 goals with an average of 1.6 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 24 goals in 15 matches, averaging 1.6 per match.
Head to head: U Craiova vs UTA Arad
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Home Team
U Craiova
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D D W L D |
1.93 |
| Home | D W D W W |
2.5 |
| Away | D L L D W |
1.29 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 53% | 75% | 29% |
| Goals | 2.8 | 3 | 2.57 |
| Scored | 1.73 | 2.13 | 1.29 |
| Conceded | 1.07 | 0.88 | 1.29 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 63% | 57% |
| Without Conceding | 27% | 38% | 14% |
| Failed To Score | 20% | 0% | 43% |
| 1st to Score | 53% | 63% | 43% |
|
xG
|
1.61 | 1.73 | 1.48 |
|
xGA
|
1.38 | 1.29 | 1.48 |
Away Team
UTA Arad
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L L D |
1.27 |
| Home | W L D D D |
1.63 |
| Away | L L D L D |
0.86 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 27% | 38% | 14% |
| Goals | 2.8 | 3 | 2.57 |
| Scored | 1.2 | 1.5 | 0.86 |
| Conceded | 1.6 | 1.5 | 1.71 |
| Both Teams to Score | 60% | 50% | 71% |
| Without Conceding | 20% | 38% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 27% | 25% | 29% |
| 1st to Score | 53% | 50% | 43% |
|
xG
|
1.49 | 1.68 | 1.27 |
|
xGA
|
1.7 | 1.46 | 1.98 |
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