Hermannstadt vs Universitatea Craiova Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 14 Dec 2025

SuperLiga Betting Preview: Hermannstadt vs Universitatea Craiova

Hermannstadt go head-to-head with Universitatea Craiova at Stadionul Municipal, Sibiu, with kick-off set for 13:30 on Sunday 14 December.

The outstanding wager can be found on the Full-Time Result market where Universitatea Craiova are currently trading at -120. We believe the visitors will get the better of Hermannstadt and this looks like a value pick.

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Hermannstadt have suffered defeat in their last two SuperLiga games. Most recently, a 3-0 scoreline occurred away at Cluj Arena against Universitatea Cluj. The Sibiu outfit recorded 50% possession and had one shot on target.

Universitatea Craiova played CFR Cluj at home in their previous SuperLiga game. It was a 1-1 draw at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco. The Lions from Bănie managed eight shots on goal and enjoyed 62% possession, while Tudor Baluta found the net.

Three days ago, U Craiova were defeated 2-1 in the Europa Conference League when hosting Sparta Prague.

Head-to-Head Statistics

U Craiova have claimed back-to-back victories over Hermannstadt, achieving winning home scorelines of 1-0 and 3-1 at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco. The 10 past H2H meetings have involved seven U Craiova victories, one draw and two Hermannstadt wins.

SuperLiga		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	U Craiova	23	13	7	3	43	20	23	43:20	46
15	Hermannstadt	23	2	8	13	19	38	-19	19:38	14

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1 win, 7 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 2.7 shots on goal and 9.9 attempts. Hermannstadt have had 45.4% possession, 378.6 passes and 4.7 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 2.0 goals from 4.8 shots on goal and 13.3 attempts, while being awarded 4.2 corners.

Top goalscorer Aurelian Chitu has found the net 3 times, with Antoni Ivanov, Cristian Negut, Luca Stancu and Andreas Karo scoring 1 each. Cristian Negut, Luca Stancu and Sergiu Bus have racked up the most assists with 1 each.

U Craiova have 2 victories, 3 defeats and 5 draws, with an average of 1.1 goals from 16.1 attempts and 5.4 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 60.4% possession, 509.8 passes, 7.1 corners in their favour and 5.0 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.1 goals from 7.6 attempts and 2.7 shots on goal.

Stefan Baiaram has scored 2 goals, followed by Tudor Baluta, Monday Etim, Oleksandr Romanchuk and Adrian Rus on 1. Florin Stefan, Alexandru Cicaldau and Stefan Baiaram have clocked up 2 assists each in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Hermannstadt confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Catalin Cabuz (GK), Tiberiu Capusa, Andreas Karo, Florin Bejan, Kevin Ciubotaru, Ciprian Biceanu, Constantin Albu, Jair, Aurelian Chitu, Sergiu Bus, Cristian Negut.

Universitatea Craiova confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Pavlo Isenko (GK), Adrian Rus, Nikola Stevanovic, Juraj Badelj, Teles, Alexandru Cicaldau, David Matei, Anzor Mekvabishvili, Nicusor Bancu, Assad Al Hamlawi, Stefan Baiaram.

Hermannstadt vs Universitatea Craiova Prediction & Betting Tips

Take in the full Hermannstadt vs Universitatea Craiova betting outlook — from our expert match prediction and correct score pick to sharp corners advice, player prop insights and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

We can’t pass up the chance to land value on Universitatea Craiova who are available at odds of -120. It looks like an attractive price when it comes to this pick and the visitors can win this SuperLiga encounter.

We’re always aware of the injuries and suspensions for each team before we decide which way to go with our football picks. The form and data also help the SuperLiga experts at Sportsgambler.com when it comes to a betting view on the action.

Key Hermannstadt vs Universitatea Craiova league stats:

• Hermannstadt have lost 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• Hermannstadt have lost 7 of their last 10 games.
• Hermannstadt have lost their last 2 games.
• Hermannstadt have lost their last 2 games against U Craiova.

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 54.6% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

The Asian Handicap offers a selection of alternatives when it comes to backing U Craiova. There’s the opportunity to land a bigger price if you think that a decent-sized win is on the cards.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Hermannstadt 0 - 2 U Craiova

We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves U Craiova winning 2-0. Odds of +550 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Steven Nsimba to Score +210

Steven Nsimba (U Craiova) has scored four goals in his past seven SuperLiga games away from home. When it comes to him scoring, we think that the +210 available is attractive when betting on the Anytime Goalscorer market.

Latest Steven Nsimba Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+205

First

+475

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Corners Prediction

Over 9.5 Corners -108

The 9.5 Total Corners line has been covered in eight consecutive Universitatea Craiova matches, with the last five Hermannstadt games averaging 10.20 corners. We’re expecting history to repeat itself and for the Total Corners line to get covered at -108.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Hermannstadt

Total

8.90 4.70 4.20

Home

9.00 5.10 3.90

Away

10.60 5.40 5.20

U Craiova

Total

12.10 7.10 5.00

Home

11.20 6.50 4.70

Away

10.90 4.70 6.20

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-108

Under 9.5

-135

Hermannstadt Corners

Over 3.5

-147

Under 3.5

+102

U Craiova Corners

Over 5.5

+108

Under 5.5

-154

Most Corners

1

+170

X

+650

2

-167

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Hermannstadt vs Universitatea Craiova 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.

At betting odds of -128, the bookies make Universitatea Craiova probable winners and there’s a 56% likelihood that the favourites triumph in this SuperLiga encounter. The +370 means that Hermannstadt are seen as having the lowest probability of succeeding.

There’s an alternative Asian Handicap angle where you back U Craiova -0.75 against Hermannstadt at -105. 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.

The Total Goals market always provides an interesting angle and Under 2.5 Goals is the shortest-priced option. For the Both Teams to Score betting option, it’s up in the air odds-wise as to whether Yes or No will be the end result.

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Full-Time Result

1

+370

X

+235

2

-128

Half-Time Result

1

+375

X

+123

2

+133

Double Chance

1X

-110

12

-370

X2

-625

Draw No Bet

1

+215

2

-345

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.75

-137

2 Hcp -0.75

-105

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-141

Over 2.5

-102

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-120

No

-118

Those interested in Assad Al Hamlawi to find the net anytime are able to get +195. There is the chance to back the favourite to score the first goal at odds of +430.

Assad Al Hamlawi (U Craiova)

First

+195

Anytime

+430

Steven Nsimba (U Craiova)

First

+205

Anytime

+475

Stefan Baiaram (U Craiova)

First

+215

Anytime

+480

Mihnea Radulescu (U Craiova)

First

+320

Anytime

+700

Samuel Teles (U Craiova)

First

+350

Anytime

+750

Carlos Mora (U Craiova)

First

+360

Anytime

+750

Sergiu Bus (Hermannstadt)

First

+360

Anytime

+800

Cristian Neguţ (Hermannstadt)

First

+370

Anytime

+750

Aurelian Chitu (Hermannstadt)

First

+400

Anytime

+850

Luis Paradela (U Craiova)

First

+425

Anytime

+950

Alexandru Cicaldau (U Craiova)

First

+425

Anytime

+1000

Lyes Houri (U Craiova)

First

+450

Anytime

+1000

Anzor Mekvabishvili (U Craiova)

First

+510

Anytime

+1100

Nicusor Bancu (U Craiova)

First

+575

Anytime

+1150

Florin Ştefan (U Craiova)

First

+700

Anytime

+1300

Alexandru Oroian (Hermannstadt)

First

+700

Anytime

+1500

Ciprian Biceanu (Hermannstadt)

First

+750

Anytime

+1700

Dragos Albu (Hermannstadt)

First

+800

Anytime

+1700

Vasile Mogos (U Craiova)

First

+800

Anytime

+1800

Vladimir Screciu (U Craiova)

First

+900

Anytime

+1900

Adrian Rus (U Craiova)

First

+900

Anytime

+2000

Antoni Ivanov (Hermannstadt)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2000

Nikola Stevanovic (U Craiova)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Hermannstadt have gone without a win at Stadionul Municipal, Sibiu in the last six games. The Sibiu outfit have five defeats, three draws and two wins in the last 10 home games, scoring an average of 1.10 goals per match and conceding 1.70.

Universitatea Craiova have not tasted an away defeat in three straight matches. The Lions from Bănie have four draws, three wins and three defeats in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.10 goals per match and conceding 1.10.

Hermannstadt drew 0-0 with U Craiova when the sides last met at Stadionul Municipal, Sibiu.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Hermannstadt Home Stats		2-3-5	2.80	1.10	1.70	5	5	5	5
Universitatea Craiova Away Stats		3-4-3	2.20	1.10	1.10	4	6	5	5

• 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

Hermannstadt vs Universitatea Craiova Lineups & Team News

Make sure to look over the Hermannstadt vs U Craiova team news before betting. We’ll update you with the confirmed SuperLiga lineups and the latest injury reports.

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