Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 07 Dec 2024

Will Petrolul Stay in Reach of the Favourites?

If you agree with our verdict that Petrolul Ploiesti can avoid defeat against Universitatea Craiova, then you can back the home team with a +0.25 goal start at -123. This means our Asian Handicap stake is split equally between 0 and +0.5.

Goalless Draw in Pair’s Last Meeting

Petrolul Ploiesti drew away from home in their last game. A 1-1 scoreline was played out against Rapid Bucharest at Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti. The Yellow Wolves managed four shots on target and recorded 40% possession, while Alexandru Tudorie was the only player to score.

Universitatea Craiova lost when they were last in action. In a home game at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco, they were beaten 2-0 by CFR Cluj. Constantin Galca's team dominated possession with 66% of the ball and managed five shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between U Craiova and Petrolul ended all square. This head-to-head was a 0-0 draw at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco. In the previous 5 meetings between these teams, there has been one draw. U Craiova have won three games and Petrolul one.

SuperLiga		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
4	U Craiova	3	2	1	0	8	5	3	8:5	7
9	Petrolul Ploiesti	4	1	1	2	4	3	1	4:3	4

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3 wins, 2 losses and 5 draws, averaging 1.3 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 12.2 attempts. Petrolul have had 53.7% possession, 440.1 passes and 5.5 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.0 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 9.2 attempts, while being awarded 2.7 corners.

Alexandru Tudorie leads the way with 6 goals, while Gheorghe Grozav and Mihnea Radulescu have scored 3 and 2 respectively. Tommi Jyry and Sergiu Hanca have racked up the most assists with 2, while goalkeeper Lukas Zima has 2 clean sheets.

U Craiova have won 3, lost 3 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.3 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 14.8 attempts. The Lions from Bănie have averaged 58.4% possession, 493.3 passes, 5.3 corners taken and 3.9 corners against, while conceding 1.2 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 10.9 attempts.

Stefan Baiaram got 3 goals, Alexandru Mitrita notched 2, while Jovo Lukic and two other players scored 1. Alexandru Mitrita, Nicusor Bancu and Andrei Ivan have clocked up 2 assists, with Laurentiu Popescu keeping 3 clean sheets in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Petrolul Ploiesti confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Lukas Zima (GK), Ricardinho, Paul Papp, Yohan Roche, Lucian Dumitriu, Tidiane Keita, Alexandru Mateiu, Denis Radu, Tommi Jyry, Gheorghe Grozav, Alexandru Tudorie.

Universitatea Craiova confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Laurentiu Popescu (GK), Carlos Mora, Denil Maldonado, Grego Sierra, Nicusor Bancu, Vladimir Screciu, Takuto Oshima, Stefan Bana, Alexandru Mitrita, Luis Paradela, Jovo Lukic.

Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova Prediction & Betting Tips

Back Petrolul Ploiesti with a +0.25 Asian Handicap at -123 for this SuperLiga encounter. We’re sweet on their chances of outperforming the match winner odds and this bet is a value proposition.

We study the form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making any football picks. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Petrolul in 9 of their last 10 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Petrolul in 16 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by U Craiova in 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by U Craiova in 7 of their last 10 games.

Petrolul +0.25 Probability

The latest betting odds imply that our pick has a 55.2% prospect of winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Petrolul 1 - 0 U Craiova

We’re taking a chance on Petrolul to achieve a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of +750 means we can place a smaller stake and still achieve a nice return.

Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova Odds

With a 47% chance of winning, Universitatea Craiova are favourites to win this Liga I match and they’re available at betting odds of +115 with the bookies. If you want to back the outsider for this match, Petrolul Ploiesti are available at +255.

Under 2.5 Goals is a short-priced option for those customers expecting two goals or less.

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Full-Time Result

1

+255

X

+205

2

+115

Half-Time Result

1

+290

X

+102

2

+180

Double Chance

1X

-149

12

-278

X2

-345

Draw No Bet

1

+143

2

-192

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-110

2 Hcp -0.25

-122

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-172

Over 2.5

+130

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-108

No

-130

Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova Lineups & Team News

It’s important to be as informed as possible, with the Petrolul vs U Craiova team news helping you find out who is available for the next game.

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