Universitatea Craiova vs Istanbul Basaksehir Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Aug 2025

Europa Conference League qualifying Betting Preview: Universitatea Craiova vs Istanbul Basaksehir

Romanian SuperLiga side Universitatea Craiova host Turkish Super Lig outfit Istanbul Basaksehir in the second leg of this Europa Conference League qualifying tie at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco, with kick-off set for 13:30 on Thursday 28 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

U Craiova Can Trouble Basaksehir

We’ll split our stake by backing Universitatea Craiova +0.25 at odds of -122 for this Asian Handicap wager. It means we have a return if they draw but a nice payout should the home team claim a victory against Basaksehir.

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U Craiova Take Advantage with First-Leg Victory

Universitatea Craiova were victorious last time out. They secured a 2-0 Romanian SuperLiga home win against Petrolul Ploiesti at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco. Mirel Radoi's side had the majority of the ball boasting 61% possession and nine shots on target, while Alexandru Cretu and Stefan Baiaram each scored one goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

U Craiova had the edge in the first leg. At Basaksehir Fatih Terim Stadyumu, they recorded a 2-1 away win over Basaksehir. The visitors enjoyed 72% possession and won the shots on target 5-3, with Alexandru Cicâldău and Carlos Mora on the scoresheet, while Festy Ebosele found the net for the Super Lig side.

7 wins, 1 loss and 2 draws, averaging 2.0 goals from 4.6 shots on goal and 12.9 attempts. U Craiova have had 56.2% possession, 482.2 passes and 3.9 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.2 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 12.0 attempts, while being awarded 5.6 corners.

Steven Nsimba is the top scorer with 4 goals, while Stefan Baiaram and Alexandru Mitrita each have 3. Anzor Mekvabishvili is the top assists maker on 4.

Basaksehir have won 5, lost 4 and drawn 1, with an average of 9.2 attempts, 4.4 shots on goal and 1.7 goals. Cagdas Atan's team average 53.4% possession, 4.7 corners awarded and 4.2 corners against them, while 1.9 goals have been conceded from 5.8 shots on goal and 11.9 attempts.

Ivan Brnic, Krzysztof Piatek and Yusuf Sari have top scored with 3, while Philippe Keny is next on 2. Miguel Crespo has been the top assist maker with 3 in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Universitatea Craiova confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Pavlo Isenko (GK), Oleksandr Romanchuk, Vladimir Screciu, Juraj Badelj, Carlos Mora, Teles, Tudor Baluta, Alexandru Cicaldau, Nicusor Bancu, Assad Al Hamlawi, Stefan Baiaram.

Istanbul Basaksehir confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Volkan Babacan (GK), Festy Ebosele, Ousseynou Ba, Jerome Opoku, Christopher Operi, Onur Ergun, Berat Ozdemir, Miguel Crespo, Eldor Shomurodov, Davie Selke, Ivan Brnic.

Universitatea Craiova vs Istanbul Basaksehir Prediction & Betting Tips

Our expert Universitatea Craiova vs Istanbul Basaksehir tips include betting advice on all fronts — from a main match prediction and player prop picks to corners guidance, a correct score selection and a ready-made bet builder.

Match Prediction

Universitatea Craiova +0.25 on the Asian Handicap could be the way forward at odds of -122. The home team should be able to avoid defeat in this Europa Conference League qualifying clash and we’re optimistic that they can land a win.

Team news is very useful and our football tipsters are keen to identify the players who are doubtful with injury. You’ll also find us studying the form guide, with lots of Europa Conference League qualifying data available which provides a clear picture from the stats.

Key Universitatea Craiova vs Istanbul Basaksehir Europa Conference League qualifying & league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by U Craiova in 8 consecutive games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by U Craiova in 9 of their last 10 games at home.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by U Craiova in 18 of their last 20 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Basaksehir in 3 consecutive games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Basaksehir in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Basaksehir in 11 of their last 20 games on the road.

U Craiova +0.25 Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top bookmakers, our pick carries a 54.9% chance of winning. However, our tipsters research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

U Craiova 1 - 0 Basaksehir

A 1-0 win in favor of U Craiova is available at odds of +750. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Alexandru Cicaldau to Score +510

Alexandru Cicaldau (U Craiova) has managed two goals in his past eight 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 +510.

Latest Alexandru Cicaldau Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+480

First

+1300

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Corners Prediction

Basaksehir Over 4.5 Corners -143

The 4.5 corners line has been covered by Istanbul Basaksehir in their past two games, while Universitatea Craiova have conceded 7.80 corners on average in their last 5 matches. We think that the value can be found by wagering on Team Corners and you can secure -143 that Basaksehir go over the line.

Europa Conference League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

U Craiova

Total

10.70 4.20 6.50

Home

9.30 5.10 4.20

Away

11.50 4.30 7.20

Basaksehir

Total

9.60 4.40 5.20

Home

8.70 4.80 3.90

Away

8.80 4.00 4.80

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-139

Under 9.5

-102

U Craiova Corners

Over 4.5

-125

Under 4.5

-112

Basaksehir Corners

Over 4.5

-149

Under 4.5

+105

Most Corners

1

+123

X

+700

2

-100

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Universitatea Craiova vs Istanbul Basaksehir 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 Match Odds Suggest Basaksehir Win

The bookies have priced up the draw at +240 on the Full-Time Result, with Istanbul Basaksehir available to back at betting odds of +145. Universitatea Craiova are +170 to win this Europa Conference League qualifying clash.

The Draw No Bet market simplifies things as it offers two options and money back if the game finishes level. Basaksehir are -132, while U Craiova are alternatively priced at -109.

The latest betting suggests it’s a close call between Over 2.5 Goals and Under 2.5 Goals. If you are expecting both teams to score, there’s the chance to back Yes at -143 on the BTTS market.

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Full-Time Result

1

+170

X

+240

2

+145

Half-Time Result

1

+225

X

+123

2

+200

Double Chance

1X

-213

12

-370

X2

-250

Draw No Bet

1

-109

2

-132

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-147

2 Hcp -0.25

+110

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-119

Over 2.5

-114

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-143

No

-100

Eldor Shomurodov Favourite to Find the Net First

Eldor Shomurodov is the favourite to be First Goalscorer at +480. If you’re interested in backing him to find the net at anytime, then the price is +180.

Eldor Shomurodov (Basaksehir)

First

+180

Anytime

+480

Davie Selke (Basaksehir)

First

+185

Anytime

+475

Nuno Da Costa (Basaksehir)

First

+215

Anytime

+550

Stefan Baiaram (U Craiova)

First

+245

Anytime

+650

Ivan Brnić (Basaksehir)

First

+340

Anytime

+800

Yusuf Sari (Basaksehir)

First

+420

Anytime

+1100

Deniz Türüç (Basaksehir)

First

+450

Anytime

+1200

Alexandru Cicaldau (U Craiova)

First

+480

Anytime

+1300

Ömer Beyaz (Basaksehir)

First

+510

Anytime

+1400

Miguel Crespo (Basaksehir)

First

+575

Anytime

+1400

Anzor Mekvabishvili (U Craiova)

First

+575

Anytime

+1500

Nicusor Bancu (U Craiova)

First

+650

Anytime

+1800

Umut Günes (Basaksehir)

First

+800

Anytime

+2000

Berat Ayberk Özdemir (Basaksehir)

First

+850

Anytime

+2200

Latest Europa Conference League qualifying and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Universitatea Craiova Stats

Istanbul Basaksehir Stats

Full-Time Result

• 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 2.00 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.70 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 3.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 3.90 corners awarded and 5.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 4.60 corners against in the last 10 home matches
• An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 10.10 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
• Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

• An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 4.10 corners awarded and 4.20 corners against in the last 10 away matches
• An average of 8.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 8.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
• Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

• An average of 56.20% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 57.10% possession in the last 10 home matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

• An average of 53.40% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 51.30% possession in the last 10 away matches
• Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches

Universitatea Craiova vs Istanbul Basaksehir Lineups & Team News

The U Craiova vs Basaksehir team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll provide the confirmed lineups for the Europa Conference League qualifier plus the latest injury updates.