Otelul Galati vs Universitatea Cluj Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 25 Oct 2025
SuperLiga Betting Preview: Otelul Galati vs Universitatea Cluj
Otelul Galati host Universitatea Cluj in this Romanian SuperLiga encounter at Stadionul Otelul, with kick-off set for 09:00 on Saturday 25 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.
Otelul to Cause U Cluj Problems
We’ll back Otelul Galati +0.25 on the Asian Handicap and split our stake between 0 and +0.5 when they clash with Universitatea Cluj. A victory delivers a nice payout at -152 although a draw would still mean a return.
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1-0 U Cluj Win When Teams Last Clashed
Otelul Galati have triumphed in back-to-back SuperLiga games. The latest of these was on the road where UTA Arad were beaten 4-0 at Arena Francisc Neuman. The Steelworkers had four shots on target and 51% possession, while Pedro Nuno, Andrezinho, Conrado and Paulinho bagged a goal.
Universitatea Cluj have suffered back-to-back losses, recently being beaten at home by Botosani 2-0 at Cluj Arena. The Cluj-Napoca team had 49% possession and recorded one shot on goal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
It has been three wins on the bounce for U Cluj when playing Otelul. In the last clash, away side U Cluj landed a 1-0 victory at Stadionul Otelul. The past 6 H2H meetings have included three victories for U Cluj, two wins for Otelul and a single draw.
| SuperLiga | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Otelul Galati |
13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 19 | 11 | 8 | 19:11 | 19 |
| 10 | U Cluj |
13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 14 | 15 | -1 | 14:15 | 14 |
Otelul have 4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 13.4 attempts. Gyorgy Laszlo Balint's side have averaged 52.0% possession, 379.9 passes and 4.4 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 0.7 goals from 4.5 shots on goal, 14.3 attempts and 5.5 corners.
Joao Lameira and Patrick lead the way with 3 goals, while Andrezinho has 2. Joao Paulo, Andrei Ciobanu and Stefan Bana are the leading assists makers with 2.
Universitatea Cluj – Last 10 League GamesU Cluj have won 2, lost 4 and drawn 4, with an average of 0.8 goals from 2.8 shots on goal and 11.3 attempts. The Students have averaged 58.4% possession, 500.2 passes, 6.0 corners awarded and 4.0 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.1 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 12.4 attempts.
Dino Mikanovic and Jovo Lukic have scored 2 goals, followed by Virgiliu Postolachi with 1. Dan Nistor has been top assists provider with 3 in the previous 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Otelul Galati predicted lineup (4-3-3): Cosmin Dur-Bozoanca (GK), Milen Zhelev, Diego Zivulic, Paul Iacob, Conrado, Pedro Nuno, Joao Lameira, Andrei Ciobanu, Daniel Sandu, Patrick, Andrezinho.
Universitatea Cluj predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Stefan Lefter (GK), Dino Mikanovic, Jonathan Cisse, Iulian Cristea, Alin Tosca, Alessandro Murgia, Ovidiu Bic, Virgiliu Postolachi, Andrej Fabry, Alexandru Chipciu, Jovo Lukic.
Otelul Galati vs Universitatea Cluj Prediction & Betting Tips
Our expert Otelul Galati vs Universitatea Cluj 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
Otelul Galati +0.25 on the Asian Handicap could be the way forward at odds of -152. The home team should be able to avoid defeat in this SuperLiga clash and we’re optimistic that they can land a win.
The football betting tips are only provided once we have a handle on the team news and the latest form guide. We are also on point when it comes to the most valuable SuperLiga stats.
Key Otelul Galati vs Universitatea Cluj league stats:
Otelul +0.25 Probability
The betting apps are estimating that there is a 60.2% likelihood of this pick landing a return. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 65-70%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
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Correct Score Prediction
We’re betting on Otelul to secure a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +510 can be taken and it’s great fun to predict a correct score and hopefully land a winner.
Player Prop Picks
Joao Lameira (Otelul) has netted three goals in his past five SuperLiga matches. He looks like an attractive wager to be on the scoresheet and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer selection at odds of +750.
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Corners Prediction
On average, Universitatea Cluj have had 8.20 corners in the past 5 games, with Otelul Galati managing an average of 4.00 corners in the previous 5 home matches. Odds of +102 look attractive for U Cluj to come out on top in the Corner Match bet.
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Bet Builder Tips
A same-game multi can provide entertainment and we’ve got Otelul Galati on the Asian Handicap at +0.25, Under 2.5 goals combined with Joao Lameira (Otelul) to score at any time.
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Otelul Galati vs Universitatea Cluj 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.
Betting Sites Predicting a Close-Run Battle
The bookmakers have betting odds of +163 for Universitatea Cluj to triumph in this SuperLiga clash, with Otelul Galati trading at a price of +195 if you think they’ll win, while the draw is chalked up at +195.
U Cluj can be backed alternatively on the Draw No Bet market and that means getting -130. However, if you want insurance on the underdogs instead, Otelul are -103.
A low-scoring contest will be predicted by several which is reflected in the fact that Under 2.5 Goals has the shortest odds. An alternative angle is a BTTS bet and Both Teams to Score No is available at -139.
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Jovo Lukic is the First Goalscorer Favourite
Jovo Lukic is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at +575. Alternatively, there’s the chance to back him to find the net at any stage at +260.
Past Ten Otelul Games at Home Have Yielded Five Wins
Otelul have managed five victories, three draws and two losses in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.50 goals per game and conceding 0.60.
U Cluj have finished with five wins, four losses and one draw in the last 10 away matches, scoring an average of 1.50 goals per game and conceding 1.00.
When the sides last met at Stadionul Otelul, U Cluj beat Otelul 1-0. The previous 4 H2H meetings at Stadionul Otelul have involved two U Cluj triumphs, one Otelul win and one draw.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Otelul Galati Home Stats |
5-3-2 | 2.10 | 1.50 | 0.60 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | |
Universitatea Cluj Away Stats |
5-1-4 | 2.50 | 1.50 | 1.00 | 5 | 5 | 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
Otelul Galati League Stats
Universitatea Cluj League Stats
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 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
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.90 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 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 5.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 5.30 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 6.00 corners awarded and 4.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.40 corners awarded and 5.10 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.50 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 52.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.90% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 58.40% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 56.50% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Otelul Galati this season are Joao Lameira (3), Patrick (3), Paulinho (3)
- Top Assistors for Otelul Galati this season are Joao Paulo (3), Stefan Bana (3), Andrei Ciobanu (2)
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Otelul Galati vs Universitatea Cluj Lineups & Team News
Make sure to look over the Otelul vs U Cluj team news before betting. We’ll share the most up-to-date confirmed SuperLiga lineups and injury information.
Otelul Galati Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
U Cluj Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Otelul Galati Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
U Cluj Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Otelul Galati Lineups
Previous Universitatea Cluj Lineups
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Botosani | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 26:11 | 28 |
| 2 | Rapid Bucharest | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 21:9 | 28 |
| 3 | U Craiova | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 24:14 | 27 |
| 4 | Dinamo Bucharest | 13 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 19:13 | 23 |
| 5 | Arges Pitesti | 13 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 18:14 | 23 |
| 6 | Otelul Galati | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 19:11 | 19 |
| 7 | Unirea Slobozia | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 16:15 | 18 |
| 8 | Farul Constanta | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 14:17 | 16 |
| 9 | UTA Arad | 13 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 16:20 | 16 |
| 10 | U Cluj | 13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 14:15 | 14 |
| 11 | CFR Cluj | 13 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 19:24 | 13 |
| 12 | FCSB | 13 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 15:20 | 13 |
| 13 | Petrolul Ploiesti | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 9:14 | 12 |
| 14 | Csikszereda | 13 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 16:25 | 12 |
| 15 | Hermannstadt | 13 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 10:18 | 10 |
| 16 | Metaloglobus | 13 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 12:28 | 6 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | U Craiova | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 15:5 | 19 |
| 2 | Botosani | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 17:6 | 17 |
| 3 | Otelul Galati | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 12:4 | 14 |
| 4 | Arges Pitesti | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 8:5 | 12 |
| 5 | Rapid Bucharest | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11:7 | 11 |
| 6 | Farul Constanta | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 8:6 | 11 |
| 7 | Unirea Slobozia | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 9:4 | 10 |
| 8 | UTA Arad | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 10:12 | 10 |
| 9 | Dinamo Bucharest | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 8:7 | 9 |
| 10 | CFR Cluj | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 12:13 | 9 |
| 11 | Csikszereda | 8 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 11:13 | 8 |
| 12 | FCSB | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 4:6 | 7 |
| 13 | Hermannstadt | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5:9 | 5 |
| 14 | U Cluj | 6 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 4:7 | 4 |
| 15 | Petrolul Ploiesti | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3:8 | 4 |
| 16 | Metaloglobus | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5:14 | 4 |
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