Europa League qualifying Betting Preview: FCSB vs Aberdeen

Romanian SuperLiga outfit FCSB host Scottish Premiership club Aberdeen in the second leg of this Europa League qualifying tie at Arena Nationala, with kick-off set for 14:30 on Thursday 28 August 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Why FCSB Can Claim the Win

Our opinion is that FCSB will prove too strong in all departments and we’ll therefore take the -139 that they beat Aberdeen. This Full-Time Result bet looks like a value proposition.

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2-2 Draw in Last H2H Battle

FCSB lost their last game, being beaten 2-0 at home to Arges Pitesti at Arena Nationala in the SuperLiga on Sunday night. The Bucharest team dominated possession with 71% of the ball but had just one shot on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The first leg finished 2-2 at Pittodrie as Aberdeen were held at home by FCSB. The hosts dominated with 72% possession and a 7-4 advantage in shots on target, with Dante Polvara and Ester Sokler on the scoresheet. Daniel Bîrligea and Darius Olaru scored for the Romanian side

FCSB – Last 10 League & Europa League qualifying Games

3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.2 goals from 13.1 attempts and 4.9 shots on goal. FCSB have had 56.5% possession, 432.4 passes and 5.4 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.3 goals from 13.4 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 6.2 corners.

Top scorer Florin Tanase has found the net 4 times, with Daniel Birligea, Alexandru Stoian and Marius Stefanescu getting 2 each. Risto Radunovic is the leading assists maker with 2.

Aberdeen – Last 10 League & Europa League qualifying Games

Aberdeen have 3 victories, 6 defeats and 1 draw, averaging 9.0 attempts, 3.8 shots on goal and 1.0 goals. Jimmy Thelin's team average 48.5% possession, 5.4 corners awarded and 5.0 corners against them, while 1.9 goals have been conceded from 5.2 shots on goal and 12.2 attempts.

Kevin Nisbet got 4 goals, Leighton Clarkson notched 2, while Jeppe Okkels and two other players scored 1. Alexander Jensen has had 2 assists in the previous 10 games.

FCSB vs Aberdeen Prediction & Betting Tips

Our expert FCSB vs Aberdeen betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick, corners forecast, standout player prop selections and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Match Prediction

We’ve identified a value bet in the form of FCSB who are trading at odds of -139. There’s plenty of juice in the price when it comes to this selection and they can win this Europa League qualifying clash.

Our football experts are keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best Europa League qualifying stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key FCSB vs Aberdeen Europa League qualifying & league stats:

FCSB have won 11 of their last 20 games at home.
Aberdeen have lost their last 4 games on the road.
Aberdeen have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
Aberdeen have lost 11 of their last 20 games on the road.

FCSB to Win Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 58.1% likelihood of our pick winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 65-70%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

FCSB

2 - 0 Aberdeen logo

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We’ve picked out a correct score of 2-0 being landed by FCSB. You can secure odds of +650 and this provides an alternative way to place a wager.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Daniel Birligea to Score +145

Daniel Birligea (FCSB) has been on the scoresheet in back-to-back games. It’s worth a play on the +145 that he is Anytime Goalscorer as there’s lots of value for these betting odds.

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Corners Prediction

Over 10.5 Corners -116

There’s been a corner average of 15.20 in the past five home matches involving FCSB, with the last five Aberdeen away games averaging 11.60. There are odds of -116 available when it comes to this Total Corners bet and we think the teams will cover the line.

Europa League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

FCSB

Total

12.20 6.70 5.50

Home

12.50 7.40 5.10

Away

9.70 4.00 5.70

Aberdeen

Total

9.80 4.90 4.90

Home

10.00 6.30 3.70

Away

10.70 5.20 5.50

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Bet Builder Tips

Full-Time Result FCSB -139

Both Team To Score No -110

Total Corners Over 10.5 -116

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FCSB vs Aberdeen Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest Odds Suggest FCSB Win

The Full-Time Result odds of -139 suggest that FCSB are likely victors and there’s a 58% probability that the favourites win this Europa League qualifying clash. Aberdeen are seen as the most unlikely winner at +320.

There’s an alternative Asian Handicap angle where you back FCSB -0.75 against Aberdeen at -104. A 2+ goal win means a full return, although you get a payout on half your stake if they win by one and the other half is refunded.

You’re able to bet on Under 2.5 Goals or Over 2.5 Goals at similar odds right now. Punters expecting both teams to find the net can get -128 when it comes to BTTS Yes.

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Full-Time Result

Half-Time Result

Double Chance

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Asian Handicap

Total Goals

Both Teams to Score

Daniel Birligea Favourite to Score the First Goal

The First Goalscorer favourite is Daniel Birligea at +400, with similar odds available for this player to register the last goal.

Player Goals

Daniel Birligea (FCSB)

Denis Alibec (FCSB)

Octavian George Popescu (FCSB)

Darius Olaru (FCSB)

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Team Stats

Latest Europa League qualifying and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

FCSB Stats

Aberdeen Stats

Full-Time Result

3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

3 wins, 6 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 0.50 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 6.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 6.50 corners awarded and 5.50 corners against in the last 10 home matches
An average of 11.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 12.00 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 5.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 5.20 corners awarded and 5.50 corners against in the last 10 away matches
An average of 10.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

An average of 56.50% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 56.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

An average of 48.50% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 49.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches

FCSB vs Aberdeen Lineups & Team News

The FCSB vs Aberdeen team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll update you on the confirmed Europa League qualifying lineups as well as all recent injury developments.