Europa Conference League qualifying Betting Preview: Istanbul Basaksehir vs Universitatea Craiova

Turkish Super Lig team Istanbul Basaksehir host Romanian SuperLiga club Universitatea Craiova in the first leg of this Europa Conference League qualifying tie at Basaksehir Fatih Terim Stadyumu, with kick-off set for 13:45 on Thursday 21 August 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Back a Close Game

Universitatea Craiova can perform well against Basaksehir and there is Asian Handicap odds of -139 when it comes to the visitors having a +1 goal advantage. A returned is landed if they win or draw, while money is refunded for a one-goal defeat.

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U Craiova Landed Victory in Last Game

Istanbul Basaksehir played Kayserispor at home in their last game. It was a 1-1 Super Lig draw at Basaksehir Fatih Terim Stadyumu. Cagdas Atan's men boasted 57% possession and had two shots on target, with Ivan Brnic being the goalscorer.

Universitatea Craiova won their previous game by a 2-1 SuperLiga scoreline. It was away from home against Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc at Stadionul Municipal, Miercurea Ciuc. The Lions from Bănie enjoyed 57% possession and managed five shots on goal, with Steven Nsimba netting twice.

In their most recent Europa Conference League qualifying matches, Basaksehir played out a 1-1 draw at home to Viking (4-2 victory on aggregate), while U Craiova lost 4-3 away to Spartak Trnava in extra-time (6-4 win on aggregate).

Istanbul Basaksehir – Last 10 League & Europa Conference League qualifying Games

5 wins, 4 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.7 goals from 4.4 shots on goal and 9.2 attempts. Basaksehir have had 53.4% possession and 4.7 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.9 goals from 5.8 shots on goal and 11.9 attempts, while being awarded 4.2 corners.

Ivan Brnic, Krzysztof Piatek and Yusuf Sari are the leading goalscorers with 3, while Philippe Keny has 2. Miguel Crespo has recorded the most assists with 3.

Universitatea Craiova – Last 10 League & Europa Conference League qualifying Games

U Craiova have 6 victories, 2 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 4.1 shots on goal, 12.4 attempts and 1.9 goals. The Lions from Bănie average 56.5% possession, 472.1 passes, 4.4 corners awarded and 5.4 corners against, while 1.4 goals have been conceded from 11.8 attempts and 3.9 shots on goal.

Steven Nsimba has landed 4 goals, Alexandru Mitrita 3, with Oleksandr Romanchuk and two others scoring 2. Lyes Houri and Anzor Mekvabishvili are the top assist makers, managing 3 in the last 10 games.

Istanbul Basaksehir vs Universitatea Craiova Prediction & Betting Tips

Step into Istanbul Basaksehir vs Universitatea Craiova with confidence, armed with our expert match prediction, likely scoreline, top corners angle, key player prop plays and a custom-built bet builder for maximum value.

Match Prediction

Universitatea Craiova +1 could be the bet to place for this Europa Conference League qualifying clash. We can wager them at -139 and feel optimistic that the underdogs will give a good account of themselves and ensure things are competitive.

It’s always a case of checking out the latest Europa Conference League qualifying team news to make expert football predictions. Then we get to work when it comes to unearthing the stats that are the most valuable.

Key Istanbul Basaksehir vs Universitatea Craiova Europa Conference League qualifying & league stats:

The +1 line has been covered by U Craiova in 8 of their last 10 games.
The +1 line has been covered by U Craiova in 4 of their last 5 games.
The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Basaksehir in 9 of their last 10 games at home.
The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Basaksehir in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
The -1 line hasn’t been covered by Basaksehir in 2 consecutive games.

U Craiova +1 Probability

When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 58.1% chance of winning. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

U Craiova Asian Hcp +1 @ -139 Watch Live Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

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Our prediction is a 1-1 draw which is available at odds of +600. Correct score betting allows us to bet at bigger odds and it’s also a fun type of wager.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Stefan Baiaram to Score +450

Stefan Baiaram (U Craiova) has managed two goals in his past four matches. When it comes to him finding the net, we believe the +450 available is appealing when backing him on the Anytime Goalscorer market.

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Corners Prediction

Basaksehir Under 5.5 Corners -130

Istanbul Basaksehir have not covered the 5.5 corners line in six consecutive matches. We advise betting on the -130 that Basaksehir won’t cover the line, with this Team Corners pick hopefully providing a return.

Europa Conference League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Basaksehir

Total

9.40 4.40 5.00

Home

7.60 4.20 3.40

Away

8.80 4.00 4.80

U Craiova

Total

9.70 3.50 6.20

Home

9.40 5.00 4.40

Away

11.10 4.00 7.10

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Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap U Craiova +1 -139

Total Goals Under 2.5 -115

Team Corners Basaksehir Under 5.5 -130

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Istanbul Basaksehir vs Universitatea Craiova 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.

Basaksehir Full-Time Odds Suggest Victory

The favourites are 64% likely to win according to the latest betting odds, with Istanbul Basaksehir being priced at -179 to come away with a victory in this Europa Conference League qualifying encounter. Universitatea Craiova are operating at larger odds than the opposition and the underdogs can be wagered at +420.

There’s a nice alternative in the form of the Half-Time Result market. This allows you to back Basaksehir at +118 to lead at the break or alternatively opt for U Craiova at +410. The draw is the third option at +132.

The Total Goals market looks like a close call, with Over and Under 2.5 Goals available at similar odds. The Both Teams to Score No pick is -127 if you’re expecting at least one side will fail to find the net.

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Eldor Shomurodov Heads First Goalscorer Market

Eldor Shomurodov is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +400, while you can get similar odds if you want him to score the last goal.

Player Goals

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Team Stats

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

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Full-Time Result

5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 3.70 corners against in the last 10 home matches
An average of 8.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 7.90 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 5.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 6.70 corners against in the last 10 away matches
An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
An average of 10.90 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

An average of 53.40% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 56.10% possession in the last 10 home matches
Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

An average of 56.50% possession in the last 10 matches
An average of 52.80% possession in the last 10 away matches
Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
Most possession in 7 of the last 10 away matches

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Istanbul Basaksehir vs Universitatea Craiova Lineups & Team News

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