Otelul Galati and CS U Craiova face each other on Sunday 08.16.2026, at 16:30 (UK Time), in a Liga 1 2026/27 match. The game will take place at Otelul Galati's home ground, the Stadionul Oţelul.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Oţelul Galaţi and Universitatea Craiova, 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 Otelul Galati vs CS U Craiova
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Otelul Galati preview
Otelul Galati heads into the match with the following record in the Liga 1: in 4 matches, Oţelul Galaţi secured 1 victories, 2 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 1.25 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Oţelul Galaţi's 2026/27 season, the team has achieved a total of 16 victories so far.
Otelul Galati has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 61 goals, of which 5 were scored in the Liga 1, resulting in an average of 1.25 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Conrado Buchanelli Holz, who has found the back of the net 8 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Pedro Nuno Fernandes Ferreira has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 5 assists.
On the defensive side, Otelul Galati has conceded 5 goals in the Liga 1 (an average of 1.25 per game) and 52 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.21 per match in the 2026/27 campaign.
CS U Craiova preview
CS U Craiova comes into the game with 4 matches played so far in the Liga 1. They have secured 2 victories, 0 draws, and 2 losses, maintaining an average of 1.5 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2026/27 season, the team has recorded 33 wins, 14 draws, and 14 losses.
Universitatea Craiova's attack has been highly effective, scoring 104 goals during this period. Of that total, 9 were netted in the Liga 1, with an average of 2.25 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.7.
Universitatea Craiova's offensive system is led by Assad Al Hamlawi, the team's top scorer this season. The swedish forward has found the back of the net 11 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Anzor Mekvabishvili. The midfielder has contributed with 7 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 6 goals with an average of 1.5 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 60 goals in 61 matches, averaging 0.98 per match.
Head to head: Otelul Galati vs CS U Craiova
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Otelul Galati
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D D W W |
1.6 |
| Home | D W W D W |
2.2 |
| Away | L D W D L |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Scored | 1.25 | 1.5 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.25 | 1 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 100% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.02 | 1.26 | 0.78 |
|
xGA
|
1.65 | 1.41 | 1.89 |
CS U Craiova
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L D W D |
1.6 |
| Home | W L W D W |
2 |
| Away | D L L W D |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 67% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.75 | 3 | 6 |
| Scored | 2.25 | 2.67 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 0.33 | 5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 25% | 0% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 50% | 67% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 33% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 67% | 0% |
|
xG
|
2.06 | 2.37 | 1.12 |
|
xGA
|
1.12 | 0.89 | 1.84 |
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