FC Rapid Bucharest
Football Romanian SuperLiga Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti Sun 17 Aug 14:30
FCSB (FC Steaua Bucharest)
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Live Stream
  5. Team News
  6. Squads
  7. Table

SuperLiga Betting Preview: Rapid Bucharest vs FCSB

Rapid Bucharest host FCSB in this Romanian SuperLiga match at Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti, with kick-off set for 14:30 on Sunday 17 August 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Under 2.5 is Our Best Bet

The stats suggest that we’ll see a low-scoring encounter, with a combined goal count of two or less looking the way forward when Rapid Bucharest meet FCSB. Land odds of -135 for Under 2.5 Goals.

Think defences will stay on top? Snag the newest bet365 promo code and check out our review before making your move.

Teams’ Last H2H Saw 2-1 FCSB Win

Rapid Bucharest played out a 1-1 draw when last in action. This was on the road at Stadionul Otelul against Otelul Galati. The Burgundy Eagles had the majority of the ball boasting 58% possession and six shots on target, with Alex Dobre bagging the goal.

FCSB suffered a third straight defeat when losing 1-0 in their previous game. This was at home to Unirea Slobozia at Stadionul Steaua. Elias Charalampous' team dominated possession with 70% of the ball and managed thirteen shots on goal.

Three days ago, FCSB visited Drita in the Europa League qualifier and won 3-1.

Head-to-Head Statistics

FCSB are unbeaten in the past four games against Rapid. Their last clash saw FCSB leave Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti with a 2-1 win. The past 10 H2H meetings have resulted in five Rapid wins, four draws and one FCSB victory.

SuperLiga G W D L GF GA GD GD P
3 Rapid Bucharest logo Rapid Bucharest 5 3 2 0 8 3 5 8:3 11
12 FCSB logo FCSB 5 1 1 3 6 8 -2 6:8 4
View Full Table
Rapid Bucharest – Last 10 League Games

Rapid have 4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 5.0 shots on goal and 14.2 attempts. Constantin Galca's side have averaged 52.1% possession, 439.8 passes and 4.3 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 1.2 goals from 4.7 shots on goal, 15.2 attempts and 4.8 corners.

Top scorer Alex Dobre has found the net 4 times, with Antoine Baroan, Claudiu Petrila and Tobias Christensen getting 2 each. Andrei Borza is the top assists maker on 3.

FCSB – Last 10 League Games

FCSB have 5 victories, 3 defeats and 2 draws, averaging 12.6 attempts, 5.3 shots on goal and 1.5 goals. The Bucharest club average 54.4% possession, 406.2 passes, 4.4 corners awarded and 5.0 corners against them, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 4.5 shots on goal and 14.0 attempts.

Florin Tanase has landed 4 goals, Daniel Birligea 3, with Alexandru Stoian and two others scoring 2. Adrian Sut, Risto Radunovic and Juri Cisotti have managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Rapid Bucharest predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Franz Stolz (GK), Christopher Braun, Denis Ciobotariu, Lars Kramer, Andrei Borza, Luka Gojkovic, Kader Keita, Alex Dobre, Tobias Christensen, Claudiu Micovschi, Antoine Baroan.

FCSB predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Lukas Zima (GK), Valentin Cretu, Siyabonga Ngezana, Daniel Graovac, David Kiki, Adrian Sut, Mihai Lixandru, Mihai Toma, Dennis Politic, Octavian Popescu, Florin Tanase.

Rapid Bucharest vs FCSB Prediction & Betting Tips

From our key match prediction to corners advice, correct score pick, top player prop insights and a builder tailored for value — our Rapid Bucharest vs FCSB betting tips covers it all.

Match Prediction

We can’t pass up the chance to wager Under 2.5 for this SuperLiga clash. This bet offers us the chance to take odds of -135 and we think a return could definitely be on the cards.

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 SuperLiga stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Rapid Bucharest vs FCSB league stats:

  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Rapid games.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 Rapid games at home.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 FCSB games on the road.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 14 of the last 20 FCSB games on the road.

Under 2.5 Probability

The betting odds at the top bookies suggest our pick carries a 57.5% chance of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 60-65%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

Looking for Bigger Odds?

For those searching for a larger price, a possible option could be backing Under 1.5 Goals. This is a wager that will land a return for a 0-0 draw or a 1-0 victory to either side.

Claim exclusive offers now—our guide features top betting promo codes, the latest sign-up bonuses, and free bets.

Our Match Prediction
Under 2.5 Goals @ -135 Watch Live Bet Now bet365 logo
bet365 logo
bet365 Promo Get $150 in Bonus Bets Get Bonus T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+
Gamble responsibly 18+. All odds are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change. To use the Bookmaker Live Streaming services you will need to be logged in and have a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. Geo-restrictions apply.
Published 20:38, 15 August 2025

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Daniel Birligea to Score +255 bet365 logo

Daniel Birligea (FCSB) has managed three goals in his past six SuperLiga games. We’ll bear these numbers in mind and take odds of +255 that he is able to feature on the scoresheet when we wager on Anytime Goalscorer.

Latest Daniel Birligea Player Prop Odds

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Corners Prediction

Rapid Over 4.5 Corners -125 bet365 logo

It’s been an average of 6.30 corners for Rapid Bucharest in their past 10 home games, with FCSB conceding over 4.5 corners in the previous four away matches. The amount of Rapid corners could be bigger than the Team Corners line suggests and that leads us to a bet at odds of -125.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Rapid Logo Rapid
Total
9.10 4.30 4.80
Home
9.30 6.30 3.00
Away
10.30 4.50 5.80
FCSB Logo FCSB
Total
9.40 4.40 5.00
Home
10.50 5.80 4.70
Away
9.20 4.30 4.90
Latest Corner Odds

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Under 2.5 -135
Full-Time Result Draw +245
Anytime Goalscorer Daniel Birligea +255

A same-game multi can be a fun wager and we’ve gone for two or less goals to be scored, a draw to be the outcome as well as Daniel Birligea (FCSB) to find the net at any time.

It’s now possible to place a bet builder on each individual football game. You require all predictions to be on the money and our readers enjoy placing a tailored wager on a specific encounter taking place.

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Rapid Bucharest vs FCSB 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 Rapid Win

With a 44% chance of winning according to the latest odds, Rapid Bucharest are favourites to prosper in this SuperLiga encounter and they’re available at +128 with the bookies. FCSB are the +195 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

If you think that Rapid are able to beat FCSB, then the -109 could be the option for you on the Asian Handicap -0.25. Built into this bet is the half stake refund should the scoreline end level.

Under 2.5 Goals is available as the favourite and a bet on this pick means that you don’t want more than two goals to be netted. There are always two Both Teams to Score choices, with Yes available at -123 and No at -114.

If you head to the best football betting sites, you can take your pick when it comes to SuperLiga matches. The hundreds of markets always ensure lots of choice.

Daniel Birligea Favourite to Score the First Goal

Daniel Birligea can be backed to find the net anytime at +260. There is the chance to back the market leader to score the first goal at +600.

Player Goals
Daniel Birligea (FCSB)
First
+260
Anytime
+600
bet365 Logo
Drilon Hazrollaj (Rapid)
First
+265
Anytime
+550
bet365 Logo
Timotej Jambor (Rapid)
First
+300
Anytime
+600
bet365 Logo
Elvir Koljic (Rapid)
First
+310
Anytime
+650
bet365 Logo
Best Betting Offers
Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti
Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti

Five Rapid Triumphs From Their Past Ten Home Clashes

Rapid have recorded five victories, four defeats and one draw in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 1.40.

FCSB have managed five victories, four draws and one loss in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.30 goals per game and conceding 0.70.

When the teams previously met at Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti, FCSB defeated Rapid 2-1. Rapid have won three of the past 4 H2H games at Stadionul Rapid-Giulesti, with FCSB picking up one win.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
Rapid Bucharest logo Rapid Bucharest Home Stats 5-1-4 2.60 1.20 1.40 6 4 7 3
FCSB logo FCSB Away Stats 5-4-1 2.00 1.30 0.70 3 7 4 6
  • 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
Team Stats
Rapid Bucharest logo Rapid Bucharest League Stats
FCSB logo FCSB League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 4 wins, 2 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists
Live Stream

Enjoy SuperLiga live streaming on your mobile, laptop or tablet. It’s great to watch the latest games through your online sportsbook account, with customers able to access high definition streams.

Fans love the opportunity to watch thousands of sporting events per year with the best betting apps.

Rapid Bucharest vs FCSB Lineups & Team News

Get the latest team news for Rapid vs FCSB before you bet. Stay in the know with the confirmed SuperLiga lineups and up-to-date injury news.

Rapid Bucharest Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1

FCSB Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1

Rapid Bucharest Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1

1 Franz Stolz
47 Christopher Braun 13 Denis Ciobotariu 6 Lars Kramer 24 Andrei Borza
28 Luka Gojkovic 18 Kader Keita
29 Alex Dobre 17 Tobias Christensen 99 Claudiu Micovschi
90 Antoine Baroan
38 Lukas Zima
2 Valentin Cretu 30 Siyabonga Ngezana 4 Daniel Graovac 12 David Kiki
8 Adrian Sut 16 Mihai Lixandru
22 Mihai Toma 20 Dennis Politic 37 Octavian Popescu
10 Florin Tanase

FCSB Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1

Previous Rapid Bucharest Lineups

11 Aug SuperLiga
Otelul Galati 1-1 Rapid Bucharest
04 Aug SuperLiga
Rapid Bucharest 2-1 Botosani
25 Jul SuperLiga
Csikszereda 0-2 Rapid Bucharest
20 Jul SuperLiga
Rapid Bucharest 1-1 CFR Cluj
11 Jul SuperLiga
Arges Pitesti 0-2 Rapid Bucharest
24 May SuperLiga
U Cluj 2-2 Rapid Bucharest

Previous FCSB Lineups

14 Aug Europa League
Drita 1-3 FCSB
10 Aug SuperLiga
FCSB 0-1 Unirea Slobozia
07 Aug Europa League
FCSB 3-2 Drita
02 Aug SuperLiga
Dinamo Bucharest 4-3 FCSB
30 Jul Champions League
FCSB 1-2 KF Shkendija
26 Jul SuperLiga
FCSB 1-2 Farul Constanta
Romania FlagSuperLiga Table
Superliga Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 U Craiova 5 4 1 0 12:7 13
2 UTA Arad 6 3 3 0 10:7 12
3 Rapid Bucharest 5 3 2 0 8:3 11
4 Unirea Slobozia 6 3 1 2 10:8 10
5 Farul Constanta 5 3 1 1 9:7 10
6 Dinamo Bucharest 6 2 3 1 9:8 9
7 Botosani 5 2 2 1 9:4 8
8 U Cluj 5 1 3 1 9:7 6
9 Otelul Galati 5 1 3 1 5:5 6
10 Arges Pitesti 5 2 0 3 7:9 6
11 Petrolul Ploiesti 5 1 2 2 5:4 5
12 FCSB 5 1 1 3 6:8 4
13 CFR Cluj 4 1 1 2 5:7 4
14 Hermannstadt 5 0 3 2 5:7 3
15 Metaloglobus 6 0 1 5 5:14 1
16 Csikszereda 4 0 1 3 4:13 1
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 U Craiova 3 3 0 0 6:2 9
2 Unirea Slobozia 3 2 1 0 8:2 7
3 Botosani 3 2 1 0 8:2 7
4 UTA Arad 3 2 1 0 6:4 7
5 Farul Constanta 2 2 0 0 5:3 6
6 Dinamo Bucharest 3 1 2 0 5:4 5
7 Otelul Galati 3 1 2 0 3:2 5
8 Rapid Bucharest 2 1 1 0 3:2 4
9 Arges Pitesti 2 1 0 1 3:3 3
10 CFR Cluj 3 1 0 2 4:6 3
11 Hermannstadt 2 0 2 0 4:4 2
12 U Cluj 2 0 2 0 2:2 2
13 FCSB 3 0 1 2 2:4 1
14 Csikszereda 2 0 1 1 2:4 1
15 Petrolul Ploiesti 2 0 0 2 1:3 0
16 Metaloglobus 3 0 0 3 1:8 0