Rapid Bucureşti and CS U Craiova face each other on Monday 05.25.2026, at 18:30 (UK Time), in a Liga 1 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Rapid Bucureşti's home ground, the Stadionul Valentin Stănescu.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Rapid Bucureşti 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 Rapid Bucureşti vs CS U Craiova
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BTTS - Yes
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Rapid Bucureşti preview
Rapid Bucureşti heads into the match with the following record in the Liga 1: in 39 matches, Rapid Bucureşti secured 17 victories, 10 draws, and 12 losses, maintaining an average of 1.56 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Rapid Bucureşti's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 17 victories so far.
Rapid Bucureşti has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 55 goals, of which 55 were scored in the Liga 1, resulting in an average of 1.41 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Alex Dobre, who has found the back of the net 15 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. Claudiu Petrila has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 8 assists.
On the defensive side, Rapid Bucureşti has conceded 44 goals in the Liga 1 (an average of 1.13 per game) and 44 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.13 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
CS U Craiova preview
CS U Craiova comes into the game with 39 matches played so far in the Liga 1. They have secured 23 victories, 10 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 2.03 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 29 wins, 11 draws, and 11 losses.
Universitatea Craiova's attack has been highly effective, scoring 87 goals during this period. Of that total, 65 were netted in the Liga 1, with an average of 1.67 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.71.
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 33 goals with an average of 0.85 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 49 goals in 51 matches, averaging 0.96 per match.
Head to head: Rapid Bucureşti vs CS U Craiova
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Rapid Bucureşti
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L L L L |
0.2 |
| Home | L D L W D |
1 |
| Away | D L L L L |
0.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 44% | 47% | 40% |
| Goals | 2.54 | 2.79 | 2.3 |
| Scored | 1.41 | 1.63 | 1.2 |
| Conceded | 1.13 | 1.16 | 1.1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 56% | 68% | 45% |
| Without Conceding | 28% | 21% | 35% |
| Failed To Score | 23% | 16% | 30% |
| 1st to Score | 49% | 53% | 45% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 1.58 | 1.36 |
|
xGA
|
1.41 | 1.28 | 1.53 |
CS U Craiova
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W D W W W |
2.6 |
| Home | W W W W L |
2.4 |
| Away | D W L W D |
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 59% | 75% | 42% |
| Goals | 2.51 | 2.65 | 2.37 |
| Scored | 1.67 | 2 | 1.32 |
| Conceded | 0.85 | 0.65 | 1.05 |
| Both Teams to Score | 44% | 45% | 42% |
| Without Conceding | 46% | 50% | 42% |
| Failed To Score | 18% | 5% | 32% |
| 1st to Score | 49% | 65% | 53% |
|
xG
|
1.65 | 1.73 | 1.58 |
|
xGA
|
1.05 | 0.92 | 1.17 |
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