FCSB and Botosani face each other on Thursday 02.05.2026, at 18:30 (UK Time), in a Liga 1 2025/26 match. The game will take place at FCSB's home ground, the Arena Naţională.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between FCSB and Botosani, 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 FCSB vs Botosani
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2nd Half Under 2.5 Goals
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FCSB preview
FCSB heads into the match with the following record in the Liga 1: in 24 matches, Roș-albaștrii secured 9 victories, 7 draws, and 8 losses, maintaining an average of 1.42 points per game.
Taking a broader look at FCSB's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 15 victories so far.
FCSB has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 58 goals, of which 33 were scored in the Liga 1, resulting in an average of 1.38 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Florin Lucian Tănase, who has found the back of the net 10 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Florin Lucian Tănase has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, FCSB has conceded 31 goals in the Liga 1 (an average of 1.29 per game) and 58 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.45 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Botosani preview
Botosani comes into the game with 24 matches played so far in the Liga 1. They have secured 10 victories, 9 draws, and 5 losses, maintaining an average of 1.63 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 10 wins, 9 draws, and 5 losses.
Botoşani's attack has been highly effective, scoring 30 goals during this period. Of that total, 30 were netted in the Liga 1, with an average of 1.25 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.25.
Botoşani's offensive system is led by Sebastian Arpad Mailat, the team's top scorer this season. The romanian midfielder has found the back of the net 8 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Hervin Ongenda. The forward has contributed with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 18 goals with an average of 0.75 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 18 goals in 24 matches, averaging 0.75 per match.
Head to head: FCSB vs Botosani
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
FCSB
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D L L L |
0.8 |
| Home | W D L W W |
2 |
| Away | L L W W L |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 38% | 42% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.67 | 2.08 | 3.25 |
| Scored | 1.38 | 1.08 | 1.67 |
| Conceded | 1.29 | 1 | 1.58 |
| Both Teams to Score | 54% | 42% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 42% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 17% | 25% | 8% |
| 1st to Score | 75% | 67% | 83% |
|
xG
|
1.87 | 1.91 | 1.84 |
|
xGA
|
1.21 | 1.24 | 1.17 |
Botosani
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L L D |
0.4 |
| Home | D L D D W |
1.2 |
| Away | L L D W L |
0.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 42% | 50% | 33% |
| Goals | 2 | 2.33 | 1.67 |
| Scored | 1.25 | 1.67 | 0.83 |
| Conceded | 0.75 | 0.67 | 0.83 |
| Both Teams to Score | 38% | 58% | 17% |
| Without Conceding | 46% | 33% | 58% |
| Failed To Score | 38% | 25% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 75% | 58% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.48 | 1.57 | 1.39 |
|
xGA
|
1.33 | 1.23 | 1.42 |
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