Universitatea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti prediction & analysis
67%
Footrivo pick
Universitatea Cluj to win
Good pick · fair odds 1.49 · bookmaker 1.44 · Won ✓
6/10Rating
1.44Odds
GG
Value bet: Both teams to score @ 1.85 – our chance 61% vs 54% implied by the price (edge +12%). Bigger price, more risk. Lost ✗
Quick tips for this match
ResultUniversitatea Cluj to win ✓67% · @1.44
Double chanceUniversitatea Cluj or draw ✓90% · @1.11
Both teams scoreBoth teams to score ✗61% · @1.85
GoalsOver 3.5 goals ✗73% · fair 1.36
Correct scoreCorrect score 3–1 ✗7% · fair 14.16
Universitatea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti preview and prediction
The match
The Cupa României sees Universitatea Cluj take on Petrolul Ploiesti on Tuesday 1 September, kicking off at 19:00 (WAT) at Cluj Arena.
Form guide
Universitatea Cluj's last 5: LLWWL Most recently they lost to Petrolul Ploiesti 2–3 at home. At home they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.3 scored and 1.8 conceded.
Petrolul Ploiesti's last 5: WLDWW Most recently they beat Universitatea Cluj 3–2 away. On the road they have won 2 and lost 1 of their last 4. They average 1.3 scored and 1.8 conceded.
Petrolul Ploiesti arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 1.7 points a game against 1.0.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 28 August 2026, finished Universitatea Cluj 2–3 Petrolul Ploiesti.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 5.0 goals: 3.4 for Universitatea Cluj and 1.6 for Petrolul Ploiesti. Expect chances at both ends: over 2.5 sits at 88% and both teams to score at 61%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: Universitatea Cluj 67%, draw 24%, Petrolul Ploiesti 10%.
Both teams to score: yes (61%) at 1.85.
Value angle: Both teams to score at 1.85 – 61% on our numbers against 54% implied by the price.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Universitatea Cluj to win – a 67% chance at odds of 1.44. Predicted score: Universitatea Cluj 3–1 Petrolul Ploiesti. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Universitatea Cluj67%fair 1.49 · @1.44
Draw24%fair 4.25 · @3.90
Petrolul Ploiesti10%fair 10.47 · @5.80
5.00Expected goals
3.40Universitatea Cluj xG
1.60Petrolul Ploiesti xG
61%Both score
88%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
3–17%
2–16%
4–16%
3–26%
2–25%
4–25%
From our goals model: Universitatea Cluj 3.4 – 1.6 Petrolul Ploiesti expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Universitatea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti?
Our pick is Universitatea Cluj to win with a 67% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.44.
Who will win Universitatea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti?
On our numbers Universitatea Cluj have a 67% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Petrolul Ploiesti 10%.
How many goals will there be in Universitatea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti?
We expect about 5.0 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 88% likely and both teams score 61% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Universitatea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti?
Our predicted score is Universitatea Cluj 3–1 Petrolul Ploiesti, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 5.0 goals in total.
When is Universitatea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti?
Universitatea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti (Cupa României) kicks off on Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 19:00 (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.
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