Universitatea Cluj and CS U Craiova face each other on Monday 12.01.2025, at 17:00 (UK Time), in a Liga 1 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Universitatea Cluj's home ground, the Cluj Arena.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Universitatea Cluj and CS U 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 Universitatea Cluj vs CS U Craiova
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1st Half Draw
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Universitatea Cluj preview
Universitatea Cluj heads into the match with the following record in the Liga 1: in 17 matches, Șepcile roșii secured 6 victories, 5 draws, and 6 losses, maintaining an average of 1.35 points per game.
Taking a broader look at Universitatea Cluj's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 6 victories so far.
Universitatea Cluj has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 22 goals, of which 21 were scored in the Liga 1, resulting in an average of 1.24 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Jovo Lukić, who has found the back of the net 7 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. Dan Nicolae Nistor has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, Universitatea Cluj has conceded 19 goals in the Liga 1 (an average of 1.12 per game) and 21 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.11 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
CS U Craiova preview
CS U Craiova comes into the game with 17 matches played so far in the Liga 1. They have secured 9 victories, 5 draws, and 3 losses, maintaining an average of 1.88 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 15 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses.
Universitatea Craiova's attack has been highly effective, scoring 48 goals during this period. Of that total, 29 were netted in the Liga 1, with an average of 1.71 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.78.
Universitatea Craiova's offensive system is led by Aimé Steven Nsimba Labe, the team's top scorer this season. The french forward has found the back of the net 6 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Anzor Mekvabishvili. The midfielder has contributed with 4 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 19 goals with an average of 1.12 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 30 goals in 27 matches, averaging 1.11 per match.
Head to head: Universitatea Cluj vs CS U Craiova
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
Universitatea Cluj
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W L W L |
1.35 |
| Home | W L L D D |
0.88 |
| Away | W W L L W |
1.78 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 35% | 13% | 56% |
| Goals | 2.35 | 2.13 | 2.56 |
| Scored | 1.24 | 0.88 | 1.56 |
| Conceded | 1.12 | 1.25 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 53% | 50% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 24% | 13% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 29% | 50% | 11% |
| 1st to Score | 53% | 25% | 78% |
|
xG
|
1.44 | 1.24 | 1.62 |
|
xGA
|
1.55 | 1.5 | 1.59 |
CS U Craiova
Romania - Liga I
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L D D W |
1.88 |
| Home | L D W D W |
2.22 |
| Away | W D L L D |
1.5 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 53% | 67% | 38% |
| Goals | 2.82 | 3 | 2.63 |
| Scored | 1.71 | 2 | 1.38 |
| Conceded | 1.12 | 1 | 1.25 |
| Both Teams to Score | 65% | 67% | 63% |
| Without Conceding | 24% | 33% | 13% |
| Failed To Score | 18% | 0% | 38% |
| 1st to Score | 53% | 56% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.63 | 1.8 | 1.46 |
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xGA
|
1.34 | 1.2 | 1.49 |
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