Botosani vs Rapid Bucharest Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 08 Dec 2025

SuperLiga Betting Preview: Botosani vs Rapid Bucharest

It's a top-of-the-table clash as second-placed Botosani square off against Romanian SuperLiga leaders Rapid Bucharest at Stadionul Municipal, with kick-off set for 13:30 on Monday 8 December.

We’ll back Botosani +0.25 on the Asian Handicap and split our stake between 0 and +0.5 when they clash with Rapid Bucharest. A victory delivers a nice payout at -154 although a draw would still mean a return.

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Botosani won last time out by a 1-0 scoreline. It was on their travels against Unirea Slobozia at Stadionul Clinceni. Leontin Grozavu's team enjoyed 56% possession and had two shots on target, with an early goal from Sebastian Mailat proving to be the winner.

Rapid Bucharest claimed a home win in their previous game. A 4-1 victory occurred against Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc at Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti. The Burgundy Eagles enjoyed 54% possession and recorded nine shots on goal, with Constantin Grameni, Alex Dobre, Claudiu Petrila and Cristian Manea finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Rapid have claimed consecutive victories over Botosani, winning by 2-1 and 1-0 scorelines when hosting at Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti. The past 10 H2H matches have resulted in five Rapid wins, four draws and one Botosani success.

SuperLiga		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	Rapid Bucharest	23	13	6	4	37	21	16	37:21	45
5	Botosani	23	10	8	5	30	18	12	30:18	38

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Botosani have 7 wins, 1 loss and 2 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 5.0 shots on goal and 12.5 attempts. The Moldavia club have averaged 49.5% possession, 376.0 passes and 4.7 corners per game, with the opposition getting 0.5 goals from 4.2 shots on goal, 11.5 attempts and 5.1 corners.

Sebastian Mailat is the top scorer with 4 goals, Mykola Kovtalyuk has 3, with George Cimpanu and Zoran Mitrov on 2. Hervin Ongenda is the leading assists maker with 3.

Rapid have 6 victories, 2 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 11.7 attempts, 3.2 shots on goal and 1.9 goals. Constantin Galca's side average 52.5% possession, 447.5 passes, 4.6 corners in their favour and 5.2 corners against, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 4.4 shots on goal and 13.8 attempts.

Alex Dobre has recorded 6 goals, Cristian Manea 3, with Claudiu Petrila and Alexandru Pascanu both managing 2. Claudiu Petrila has managed to clock up 3 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Botosani confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Giannis Anestis (GK), Adams Friday, George Miron, Alexandru Tiganasu, Michael Pavlovic, Mihai Bordeianu, Aldair Ferreira, Sebastian Mailat, Hervin Ongenda, Zoran Mitrov, Antonio Dumitru.

Rapid Bucharest confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Mihai Aioani (GK), Cristian Manea, Denis Ciobotariu, Lars Kramer, Robert Badescu, Tobias Christensen, Kader Keita, Constantin Grameni, Alex Dobre, Elvir Koljic, Claudiu Petrila.

Botosani vs Rapid Bucharest Prediction & Betting Tips

Get the edge with our best Botosani vs Rapid Bucharest tips: a key match prediction, expert corners pick, correct score recommendation, top player prop bets and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

If you agree with our verdict that Botosani can avoid defeat in this SuperLiga clash, then you can back them with a +0.25 goal start at -154. There are several reasons to back this selection.

We take note of any injuries or suspensions affecting each side before going ahead with our football predictions. The SuperLiga form guide and stats also help the team at Sportsgambler.com crunch the numbers ahead of the action.

Key Botosani vs Rapid Bucharest league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Botosani in 11 consecutive games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Botosani in 18 of their last 20 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Rapid in 13 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Rapid in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Rapid in 2 consecutive games on the road.

The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 60.6% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 70%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

Botosani Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -154 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Botosani 2 - 1 Rapid

We’re predicting Botosani to land a 2-1 victory and this is available at +650. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: George Alexandru Cimpanu to Score +340

George Alexandru Cimpanu (Botosani) has managed two goals in his past five SuperLiga matches. We’ll use this stat and take odds of +340 that he is able to score at least one goal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.

Latest George Alexandru Cimpanu Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+330

First

+700

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Corners Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners -152

All of the past five Botosani matches have seen the 9.5 Total Corners line not covered, with the same thing happening in the previous two  Rapid Bucharest games. It stands to reason that the line won’t be reached and you can secure odds of -152 for this Total Corners bet.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Botosani

Total

9.80 4.70 5.10

Home

9.20 4.20 5.00

Away

9.90 4.00 5.90

Rapid

Total

9.80 4.60 5.20

Home

9.30 5.80 3.50

Away

10.70 4.20 6.50

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

+102

Under 9.5

-147

Botosani Corners

Over 4.5

-130

Under 4.5

-109

Rapid Corners

Over 3.5

-167

Under 3.5

+116

Most Corners

1

-127

X

+600

2

+132

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Botosani vs Rapid Bucharest Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The bookmakers have betting odds of +165 for Botosani to triumph in this SuperLiga encounter, with Rapid Bucharest trading at the same price if you think they’ll win. Meanwhile, the draw is chalked up at +215.

If you want a different angle, Botosani are available at -119 when it comes to Draw No Bet. Opponents Rapid are the same odds for this market and there’s a refund if the game finishes level.

The Total Goals market always provides an interesting angle and Under 2.5 Goals is the shortest-priced option. For those expecting both sides to find the net, Both Teams to Score Yes is available at -127.

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Full-Time Result

1

+165

X

+215

2

+165

Half-Time Result

1

+220

X

+116

2

+220

Double Chance

1X

-244

12

-333

X2

-244

Draw No Bet

1

-119

2

-119

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-172

2 Hcp -0.25

+118

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-154

Over 2.5

+108

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-127

No

-112

Favourite Alex Dobre is now available at +550 to be the First Goalscorer. You will find similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.

Alex Dobre (Rapid)

First

+260

Anytime

+550

Elvir Koljic (Rapid)

First

+280

Anytime

+550

Antoine Baroan (Rapid)

First

+280

Anytime

+600

Zoran Mitrov (Botosani)

First

+310

Anytime

+650

Andrei Dumiter (Botosani)

First

+325

Anytime

+700

George Alexandru Cimpanu (Botosani)

First

+330

Anytime

+700

Mihai Bordeianu (Botosani)

First

+350

Anytime

+750

Enzo Lopez (Botosani)

First

+370

Anytime

+800

Claudiu Petrila (Rapid)

First

+400

Anytime

+850

Ferreira Aldaír (Botosani)

First

+420

Anytime

+900

Tobias Christensen (Rapid)

First

+450

Anytime

+900

George Gligor (Botosani)

First

+460

Anytime

+950

Gabriel Eugen David (Botosani)

First

+460

Anytime

+950

Adrian Răuțu (Botosani)

First

+460

Anytime

+1000

Stefan Bodisteanu (Botosani)

First

+475

Anytime

+1000

Rares Pop (Rapid)

First

+500

Anytime

+1050

Stefan Panoiu (Botosani)

First

+525

Anytime

+1100

Constantin Grameni (Rapid)

First

+575

Anytime

+1200

Francisco Júnior (Botosani)

First

+600

Anytime

+1300

Kader Keita (Rapid)

First

+650

Anytime

+1400

Jakub Hromada (Rapid)

First

+700

Anytime

+1400

Cătălin Vulturar (Rapid)

First

+700

Anytime

+1400

Adams Friday (Botosani)

First

+750

Anytime

+1600

Michael Pavlovic (Botosani)

First

+800

Anytime

+1700

Christopher Braun (Rapid)

First

+800

Anytime

+1700

Charles Petro (Botosani)

First

+850

Anytime

+1700

Cristian Manea (Rapid)

First

+1000

Anytime

+1900

Lars Kramer (Rapid)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2000

Alexandru Tiganasu (Botosani)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

George Andrei Miron (Botosani)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

Botosani have not tasted defeat at Stadionul Municipal in ten straight matches. They have managed seven wins and three draws in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 2.20 goals per match and conceding 0.80.

Rapid have recorded five victories, four draws and one defeat in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.40 goals per game and conceding 0.90.

The past meeting at Stadionul Municipal saw Botosani defeat Rapid 2-0. The past 4 H2H games at Stadionul Municipal have involved two Rapid wins, one Botosani victory and one draw.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Botosani Home Stats		7-3-0	3.00	2.20	0.80	6	4	8	2
Rapid Bucharest Away Stats		5-4-1	2.30	1.40	0.90	4	6	4	6

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Botosani vs Rapid Bucharest Lineups & Team News

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