Universitatea Craiova vs FCSB Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 03 Nov 2024

Under 2.5 Goals Looks the Best Betting Angle

The top wager for this Universitatea Craiova vs FCSB contest could involve a Total Goals pick. Our opinion is that Under 2.5 looks too good to miss based on the latest stats and the price of -103 stands out.

2-0 Win for Craiova in Pair’s Last Meeting

Universitatea Craiova were beaten in their last game. On their travels, they suffered a 3-2 loss against Farul Constanta at Stadionul Viitorul. They had seven shots on target and enjoyed 71% possession, with Lyes Houri and Luis Paradela each scoring one goal.

FCSB played Rapid Bucharest at home in their previous game. It was a 0-0 draw at Arena Nationala. Ilias Charalampous' team dominated possession with 64% of the ball and had five shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Craiova triumphed 2-0 when they last played FCSB. This head-to-head was played at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco. The past 10 matches between these sides has seen two draws, FCSB have won five games and Craiova three.

SuperLiga		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
4	U Craiova	3	2	1	0	8	5	3	8:5	7
11	FCSB	4	1	1	2	6	7	-1	6:7	4

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3 wins, 3 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.6 goals from 14.4 attempts and 4.5 shots on goal. Craiova have had 58.9% possession, 486.3 passes and 6.5 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.2 goals from 10.3 attempts and 3.2 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 3.1 corners.

Alexandru Mitrita is the top goalscorer with 5, Stefan Baiaram has 3, with Lyes Houri and two other players on 1. Nicusor Bancu and Andrei Ivan are top assists makers with 2, while goalkeeper Laurentiu Popescu has kept 2 clean sheets.

FCSB have 5 victories, 2 defeats and 3 draws, with an average of 1.4 goals from 16.3 attempts and 4.9 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 58.8% possession, 492.3 passes, 4.9 corners awarded and 3.3 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.0 goals from 10.3 attempts and 3.4 shots on goal.

Alexandru Baluta has scored 3, followed by Daniel Birligea, Octavian Popescu and Darius Olaru with 2 goals apiece. Valentin Cretu and Alexandru Baluta are the top assist makers with 2 apiece, while Stefan Tarnovanu has notched 4 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Universitatea Craiova confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Laurentiu Popescu (GK), Stefan Vladoiu, Denil Maldonado, Juraj Badelj, Nicusor Bancu, Takuto Oshima, Vladimir Screciu, Alexandru Cicaldau, Stefan Baiaram, Andrei Ivan, Luis Paradela.

FCSB confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Stefan Tarnovanu (GK), Valentin Cretu, Siyabonga Ngezana, Joyskim Dawa, Risto Radunovic, Florin Tanase, Adrian Sut, Alexandru Baluta, David Miculescu, Daniel Birligea, Octavian Popescu.

Universitatea Craiova vs FCSB Prediction & Betting Tips

The teams might play out a low-scoring SuperLiga clash, with Under 2.5 looking like the best selection. We can head to the betting sites and secure odds of -103 for this selection.

We’re 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 stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Universitatea Craiova vs FCSB league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Craiova games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Craiova games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 FCSB games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 FCSB games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 FCSB games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

Under 2.5 Probability

The betting sites are estimating that there is a 50.8% likelihood of this pick landing a return. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. This is why we can recommend this wager.

A larger price can be obtained by selecting a different bet where Under 2.5 Goals is combined with BTTS No. This wager requires at least one team to fail to score in order for the bet to land.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

U Craiova 1 - 0 FCSB

A 1-0 win in favor of Craiova is available at odds of +750. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.

Universitatea Craiova vs FCSB Odds

For this Liga I match, the leading bookies’ betting odds mean Universitatea Craiova are the +133 favourite to win and that means a 43% chance of winning. FCSB are trading at a bigger price than their opponents and they can be backed at +180.

The Under 2.5 / Over 2.5 Goals betting market has the two outcomes at a similar price.

Head over to the Bet Builder and you’ll find all the popular football betting site markets available. SuperLiga selections can then be combined together in a same-game accumulator which you can cheer on.

Full-Time Result

1

+133

X

+265

2

+180

Half-Time Result

1

+190

X

+125

2

+230

Double Chance

1X

-244

12

-370

X2

-172

Draw No Bet

1

-139

2

+108

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+105

2 Hcp +0.25

-130

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-108

Over 2.5

-120

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-141

No

+108

Universitatea Craiova vs FCSB Lineups & Team News

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