Universitatea Cluj vs CFR Cluj Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 29 Sep 2025

SuperLiga Betting Preview: Universitatea Cluj vs CFR Cluj

Universitatea Cluj host CFR Cluj in this Romanian SuperLiga game at Cluj Arena, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Monday 29 September. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

We will split our stake on the Asian Handicap between 0 and +0.5 when wagering CFR Cluj +0.25 at -137 against Universitatea Cluj. We need a victory for a full payout although the draw means a return is on the cards.

Universitatea Cluj suffered a defeat in their last game. A 1-0 scoreline occurred on the road at Stadionul Orasenesc against Arges Pitesti. Ioan Sabau's men dominated possession with 69% of the ball and had three shots on target.

CFR Cluj drew 1-1 in their previous game. This was at home against UTA Arad at Stadionul Dr. Constantin Radulescu. The Railwaymen had the lion’s share of the ball recording 55% possession and six shots on goal, with Lorenzo Biliboc on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last clash between CFR and U Cluj saw the former triumph at home. It was a 1-0 scoreline at Stadionul Dr. Constantin Radulescu. The previous 8 matches featuring these teams have led to five CFR victories and three U Cluj wins.

SuperLiga		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
4	U Cluj	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	27
5	CFR Cluj	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	27

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U Cluj have 3 wins, 3 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 12.1 attempts and 3.5 shots on goal. Ioan Sabau's team have averaged 57.7% possession, 502.8 passes and 5.9 corners per game, conceding 0.9 goals and 3.5 corners from 12.9 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal.

Top goalscorer Jovo Lukic has found the net 3 times, Mamadou Thiam 2, with Dan Nistor and two other players on 1. Dan Nistor, Andrej Fabry and Issouf Macalou have racked up the most assists with 2 each.

CFR have 1 victory, 3 defeats and 6 draws, with an average of 1.4 goals from 16.1 attempts and 6.3 shots on goal. The Railwaymen average 50.0% possession, 384.3 passes, 6.2 corners awarded and 3.2 corners against them, while conceding 1.9 goals from 10.9 attempts and 3.9 shots on goal.

Meriton Korenica has scored 3, followed by Lindon Emerllahu, Matei Cristian Ilie and Virgiliu Postolachi with 2 goals apiece. Meriton Korenica and Beni Nkololo are the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Universitatea Cluj confirmed lineup (4-3-1-2): Edvinas Gertmonas (GK), Dino Mikanovic, Jonathan Cisse, Iulian Cristea, Alexandru Chipciu, Dan Nistor, Andrei Artean, Mouhamadou Drammeh, Omar El Sawy, Jovo Lukic, Virgiliu Postolachi.

CFR Cluj confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Otto Hindrich (GK), Marcus Regis Coco, Sheriff Sinyan, Matei Cristian Ilie, Camora, Karlo Muhar, Tidiane Keita, Damjan Djokovic, Andrei Cordea, Louis Munteanu, Lorenzo Biliboc.

Universitatea Cluj vs CFR Cluj Prediction & Betting Tips

Get the edge with our best Universitatea Cluj vs CFR Cluj tips: a key match prediction, expert corners pick, correct score recommendation, top player prop bets and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

When CFR Cluj kick off this SuperLiga match, we will wager them at -137 on the Asian Handicap +0.25. Avoiding defeat seems well within their capability and a win could be on the cards.

The team news that emerges can have an impact on the odds depending on which players are missing. Our football experts also study the form guide, while the latest stats are also checked before a SuperLiga verdict is reached.

Key Universitatea Cluj vs CFR Cluj league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by CFR in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by CFR in 16 of their last 20 games on the road.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by CFR in 3 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by U Cluj in 6 consecutive games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by U Cluj in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by U Cluj in 13 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by U Cluj in 5 of their last 8 games against CFR.

According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 57.8% chance of winning. However, our tipsters in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

U Cluj 1 - 2 CFR

A 2-1 win in favor of CFR can be backed at odds of +700. We like placing a bet on correct score due to the fun element and the big potential return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Meriton Korenica to Score +480

Meriton Korenica (CFR) has managed three goals in his past five SuperLiga games. When it comes to him scoring, we think that the +480 available is attractive when betting on the Anytime Goalscorer market.

Latest Meriton Korenica Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+460

First

+950

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Corners Prediction

Under 9.5 Corners +102

The 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered in nine consecutive CFR away matches, while the same outcome has happened in four  straight Universitatea Cluj home games. There is juice when it comes to going under the Total Corners line and this is priced at +102.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

U Cluj

Total

9.70 3.80 5.90

Home

9.20 4.20 5.00

Away

12.30 5.90 6.40

CFR

Total

7.60 3.50 4.10

Home

8.40 5.00 3.40

Away

7.90 3.10 4.80

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

+102

Under 9.5

-147

U Cluj Corners

Over 4.5

-150

Under 4.5

+110

CFR Corners

Over 4.5

+110

Under 4.5

-150

Most Corners

1

-141

X

+550

2

+148

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Universitatea Cluj vs CFR Cluj 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.

The bookmakers have priced up the Full-Time Result odds and Universitatea Cluj are +138 to come out on top, while CFR Cluj are +190. The draw is available at +220 if you expect the clash to finish level.

U Cluj can be backed alternatively on the Draw No Bet market and that means getting -149. However, if you want insurance on the underdogs instead, CFR are +102.

The Total Goals market always provides an interesting angle and Under 2.5 Goals is the shortest-priced option. If you’re looking to wager on Both Teams to Score, there’s not a lot of difference between Yes and No.

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Full-Time Result

1

+138

X

+220

2

+190

Half-Time Result

1

+200

X

+115

2

+245

Double Chance

1X

-286

12

-345

X2

-200

Draw No Bet

1

-149

2

+102

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-100

2 Hcp +0.25

-139

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-143

Over 2.5

+110

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-123

No

-115

Favourite Louis Munteanu is now available at +430 to be the First Goalscorer. You will find similar odds apply when it comes to him scoring the last goal.

Louis Munteanu (CFR)

First

+205

Anytime

+430

Virgiliu Postolachi (U Cluj)

First

+230

Anytime

+500

Jovo Lukic (U Cluj)

First

+235

Anytime

+550

Dan Nistor (U Cluj)

First

+300

Anytime

+650

Stipe Juric (CFR)

First

+340

Anytime

+700

Andrei Gheorghita (U Cluj)

First

+400

Anytime

+850

Mohammed Kamara (CFR)

First

+410

Anytime

+850

Andrej Fabry (U Cluj)

First

+410

Anytime

+900

Meriton Korenica (CFR)

First

+460

Anytime

+950

Ciprian Deac (CFR)

First

+475

Anytime

+1000

Damjan Djokovic (CFR)

First

+540

Anytime

+1100

Ovidiu Bic (U Cluj)

First

+550

Anytime

+1300

Alexandru Radu (CFR)

First

+575

Anytime

+1200

Karlo Muhar (CFR)

First

+600

Anytime

+1200

Alin Răzvan Fica (CFR)

First

+600

Anytime

+1300

Tidiane Keita (CFR)

First

+650

Anytime

+1300

Andrei Artean (U Cluj)

First

+650

Anytime

+1400

Robert Filip (CFR)

First

+700

Anytime

+1400

Alessandro Murgia (U Cluj)

First

+700

Anytime

+1500

Rares Scocilca (U Cluj)

First

+750

Anytime

+1600

Dorin Codrea (U Cluj)

First

+800

Anytime

+1600

Alexandru Chipciu (U Cluj)

First

+800

Anytime

+1700

Marcus Coco (CFR)

First

+850

Anytime

+1700

Ovidiu Perianu (CFR)

First

+900

Anytime

+1800

Gabriel Simion (U Cluj)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2000

Miguel Silva (U Cluj)

First

+1050

Anytime

+2200

Universitatea Cluj are winless in the last six games at Cluj Arena. The Students have clocked up four draws, four losses and two wins in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 0.90 goals per match and conceding 1.30.

CFR Cluj haven’t triumphed in three straight games on the road. Andrea Mandorlini's side have recorded six draws, three losses and one win in the previous 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.40 goals per match and conceding 1.60.

U Cluj overcame CFR 1-0 when the sides last met at Cluj Arena. There has been two wins apiece in the past 4 H2H meetings at Cluj Arena.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Universitatea Cluj Home Stats		7-1-2	2.60	1.90	0.70	5	5	3	7
CFR Cluj Away Stats		6-1-3	2.10	1.20	0.90	4	6	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

Universitatea Cluj vs CFR Cluj Lineups & Team News

Be prepared — check the U Cluj vs CFR team news before wagering. We’ll share the confirmed lineups for the SuperLiga plus the newest injury information.

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