CFR Cluj vs CS Universitatea Craiova: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 May

Betiball's prediction for CFR Cluj vs CS Universitatea Craiova on 08 May 2026 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full CFR Cluj vs CS Universitatea Craiova preview before placing your bet.

CFR Cluj vs CS Universitatea Craiova: Starting Lineups Time : 08/05/2026 14:00

CFR Cluj
0 - 0
Finished
CS Universitatea Craiova
90+3' event Ioan Ciprian Deac / Andrei Cordea
87' event Marian Huja
85' event Alexandru Paun / Matei Ilie
66' event Alibek Aliev / Luka Zahovic
54' event Andrei Cordea No penalty confirmed
46' event Lorenzo Biliboc / Viktor Kun
46' event Christopher Braun / Meriton Korenica
event 79' Stefan Baiaram
event 75' Alexandru Cretu / Anzor Mekvabishvili
event 66' Assad Al Hamlawi / Steven Nsimba
event 61' Cristian Baluta / Alexandru Cicaldau
event 61' Luca Basceanu / Matei David
event 59' Juan Carlos Morales
event 56' Matei David
event 46' Stefan Baiaram / Samuel Teles Pereira Nunes Silva
90+3' event Ioan Ciprian Deac / Andrei Cordea
event 79' Stefan Baiaram
87' event Marian Huja
event 75' Alexandru Cretu / Anzor Mekvabishvili
85' event Alexandru Paun / Matei Ilie
event 66' Assad Al Hamlawi / Steven Nsimba
66' event Alibek Aliev / Luka Zahovic
event 61' Cristian Baluta / Alexandru Cicaldau
54' event Andrei Cordea No penalty confirmed
event 61' Luca Basceanu / Matei David
46' event Lorenzo Biliboc / Viktor Kun
event 59' Juan Carlos Morales
46' event Christopher Braun / Meriton Korenica
event 56' Matei David
event 46' Stefan Baiaram / Samuel Teles Pereira Nunes Silva
CFR Cluj CFR Cluj
Substitutions
#3 Aly Abeid
#9 Alibek Aliev
#49 Lorenzo Biliboc
#47 Christopher Braun
#10 Ioan Ciprian Deac
#88 Damjan Djokovic
#8 Alin Fica
#26 Razvan Gligor
#11 Alexandru Paun
#16 Ovidiu Perianu
#77 Andres Sfait
#31 Octavian Valceanu
CFR Cluj CFR Cluj CS Universitatea Craiova CS Universitatea Craiova
7Shots7
1Shots on Goal0
15Fouls13
3Corner Kick2
13Free kick15
8Offside1
1Yellow card3
0Save1
6Successful Tackles6
8Interceptions11
26Long pass20
6Successful center4
4Shots off goal5
1Hit The Post0
2Blocked2
6Tackle6
14Dribbles5
27Throw-in20
370Passes458
104Attacks111
46Dangerous attacks28
3Corner Kicks(HT)0
1BigChances0
1BigChancesMissed0
5ShotsInsideBox1
2ShotsOutsideBox6
44DuelsWon43
20Touches In Opposition Box8
19AccurateCrosses13
35GroundDuelsWon28
9AerialDuelsWon15
14Clearances32
CS Universitatea Craiova CS Universitatea Craiova
Substitutions
#9 Assad Al Hamlawi
#10 Stefan Baiaram
#8 Cristian Baluta
#29 Luca Basceanu
#4 Alexandru Cretu
#12 Monday Etim
#33 Alexandru Glodean
#32 Joao Pedro Oliveira Goncalves
#19 Vasile Mogos
#18 Mihnea Radulescu
#2 Florin Bogdan Stefan
#24 Nikola Stevanovic
Commentary
90+3' CFR Cluj — substitution: Ioan Ciprian Deac / Andrei Cordea
87' Marian Huja - CFR Cluj receive a yellow card
85' CFR Cluj — substitution: Alexandru Paun / Matei Ilie
79' Stefan Baiaram - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card
75' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Alexandru Cretu / Anzor Mekvabishvili
66' CFR Cluj — substitution: Alibek Aliev / Luka Zahovic
66' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Assad Al Hamlawi / Steven Nsimba
61' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Cristian Baluta / Alexandru Cicaldau
61' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Luca Basceanu / Matei David
59' Juan Carlos Morales - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card
56' Matei David - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card
54' VAR review - CFR Cluj
46' CFR Cluj — substitution: Lorenzo Biliboc / Viktor Kun
46' CFR Cluj — substitution: Christopher Braun / Meriton Korenica
46' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Stefan Baiaram / Samuel Teles Pereira Nunes Silva

How We Build the CFR Cluj vs CS Universitatea Craiova Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for CFR Cluj vs CS Universitatea Craiova on 08 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

CFR Cluj vs CS Universitatea Craiova Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess CFR Cluj's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against CS Universitatea Craiova's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where CFR Cluj and CS Universitatea Craiova sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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