Universitatea Cluj vs FC Botosani prediction & analysis
85%
Footrivo pick
Universitatea Cluj or draw
Very strong pick · fair odds 1.18 · bookmaker 1.22 · Won ✓
10/10Rating
1.22Odds
1
Value bet: Universitatea Cluj to win @ 1.88 – our chance 62% vs 53% implied by the price (edge +16%). Bigger price, more risk. Won ✓
Quick tips for this match
ResultUniversitatea Cluj to win ✓62% · @1.88
Double chanceUniversitatea Cluj or draw ✓85% · @1.22
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✓52% · @1.80
GoalsUnder 3.5 goals ✓74% · @1.28
Correct scoreCorrect score 1–0 ✗14% · fair 7.01
Universitatea Cluj vs FC Botosani preview and prediction
The match
FC Botosani travel to Cluj Arena in the Liga I on Monday 3 August (16:30 WAT) to face Universitatea Cluj. Universitatea Cluj are 5th with 26 points from 15 games (in the top half), while FC Botosani sit 12th on 15 points (in the bottom half).
Form guide
Universitatea Cluj's last 5: LLDWD Most recently they lost to Brann 1–3 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.0 scored and 1.3 conceded.
FC Botosani's last 5: DDDWD Most recently they drew with Rapid 1–1 at home. On the road they have won 0 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 1.5 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 20 February 2026, finished FC Botosani 1–3 Universitatea Cluj.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.5 goals: 1.8 for Universitatea Cluj and 0.7 for FC Botosani. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 46%, both teams to score at 52%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Universitatea Cluj 62%, draw 23%, FC Botosani 15%.
Safer route: Universitatea Cluj or draw (85%) at 1.22.
Both teams to score: yes (52%) at 1.80.
Value angle: Universitatea Cluj to win at 1.88 – 62% on our numbers against 53% implied by the price.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Universitatea Cluj or draw – a 85% chance at odds of 1.22, above our fair price of 1.18, so there is value in it. Predicted score: Universitatea Cluj 1–0 FC Botosani. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Universitatea Cluj62%fair 1.61 · @1.88
Draw23%fair 4.38 · @3.35
FC Botosani15%fair 6.56 · @3.85
2.52Expected goals
1.77Universitatea Cluj xG
0.75FC Botosani xG
52%Both score
46%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–014%
2–013%
1–111%
2–19%
0–08%
3–07%
From our goals model: Universitatea Cluj 1.8 – 0.7 FC Botosani expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Universitatea Cluj vs FC Botosani?
Our pick is Universitatea Cluj or draw with a 85% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.22.
Who will win Universitatea Cluj vs FC Botosani?
On our numbers Universitatea Cluj have a 62% chance of winning, the draw 23% and FC Botosani 15%.
How many goals will there be in Universitatea Cluj vs FC Botosani?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 46% likely and both teams score 52% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Universitatea Cluj vs FC Botosani?
Our predicted score is Universitatea Cluj 1–0 FC Botosani, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.5 goals in total.
When is Universitatea Cluj vs FC Botosani?
Universitatea Cluj vs FC Botosani (Liga I) kicks off on Monday 3 August 2026 at 16:30 (West Africa Time) at Cluj Arena.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
