CS Universitatea Craiova vs Rapid Bucuresti: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 August

CS Universitatea Craiova

W L L D L

3rd place in Championship Playoffs

1-1

31/08/2024 18:30

Rapid Bucuresti

L L W D L

5th place in Championship Playoffs

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for CS Universitatea Craiova vs Rapid Bucuresti on 31 August 2024 (kick-off: 18:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full CS Universitatea Craiova vs Rapid Bucuresti preview before placing your bet.

CS Universitatea Craiova are currently 3rd with 40 points after 10 matches.
Rapid Bucuresti sit 5th with 33 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: CS Universitatea Craiova to win with probability 45%.
Head-to-head history favors CS Universitatea Craiova, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Rapid Bucuresti have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

18:30

2024-08-31

CS Universitatea Craiova vs Rapid Bucuresti - Prediction & Odds

CS Universitatea Craiova

Rapid Bucuresti

2024-08-31 18:30

STANDINGS UP TO 31/08/2024

Championship Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Steaua Bucuresti	52	10	7	3	0	18	9	9
02 CFR Cluj	43	10	4	4	2	17	11	6
03 CS Universitatea Craiova	40	10	4	2	4	13	11	2
04 Universitaea Cluj	39	10	4	1	5	12	15	-3
05 Rapid Bucuresti	33	10	2	4	4	12	17	-5
06 Dinamo Bucuresti	31	10	1	2	7	10	19	-9

Relegation	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Hermannstadt	36	9	4	3	2	12	8	4
02 FC Otelul Galati	35	9	6	1	2	13	5	8
03 UTA Arad	31	9	4	2	3	9	11	-2
04 Petrolul Ploiesti	31	9	3	2	4	10	10	0
05 Farul Constanta	31	9	3	4	2	12	9	3
06 FC Botosani	29	9	4	1	4	11	12	-1
07 CSM Politehnica Iasi	28	9	3	3	3	9	5	4
08 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia	27	9	3	5	1	11	8	3
09 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	26	9	1	2	6	7	16	-9
10 Gloria Buzau	17	9	2	1	6	4	14	-10

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Steaua Bucuresti	56	30	15	11	4	43	24	19
02 CFR Cluj	54	30	14	12	4	56	32	24
03 CS Universitatea Craiova	52	30	14	10	6	45	28	17
04 Universitaea Cluj	52	30	14	10	6	43	27	16
05 Dinamo Bucuresti	51	30	13	12	5	41	26	15
06 Rapid Bucuresti	46	30	11	13	6	35	26	9
07 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	41	30	11	8	11	38	35	3
08 Hermannstadt	41	30	11	8	11	34	40	-6
09 Petrolul Ploiesti	40	30	9	13	8	29	29	0
10 Farul Constanta	35	30	8	11	11	29	38	-9
11 UTA Arad	34	30	8	10	12	28	35	-7
12 FC Otelul Galati	32	30	7	11	12	24	32	-8
13 CSM Politehnica Iasi	31	30	8	7	15	29	46	-17
14 FC Botosani	31	30	7	10	13	26	37	-11
15 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia	26	30	7	5	18	28	47	-19
16 Gloria Buzau	20	30	5	5	20	25	51	-26

Head To Head

29/04/2024 17:30

Rapid Bucuresti

1 - 2

CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

30/03/2024 19:00

CS Universitatea Craiova

2 - 1

Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

04/03/2024 18:00

CS Universitatea Craiova

1 - 1

Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

29/10/2023 18:30

Rapid Bucuresti

2 - 0

CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

22/05/2023 17:30

Rapid Bucuresti

2 - 3

CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

16/04/2023 18:00

CS Universitatea Craiova

3 - 1

Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

CS Universitatea Craiova

67%

Draw

17%

Rapid Bucuresti

17%

CS Universitatea Craiova Last 6 matches

16/08/2024 19:00

CS Universitatea Craiova 5 - 1 Gloria Buzau ROM D1

11/08/2024 15:59

Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe 1 - 2 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

04/08/2024 15:59

CS Universitatea Craiova 0 - 0 Petrolul Ploiesti ROM D1

01/08/2024 17:00

CS Universitatea Craiova 3 - 2 Maribor UEFA ECL

28/07/2024 19:00

CFR Cluj 0 - 2 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

25/07/2024 18:15

Maribor 2 - 0 CS Universitatea Craiova UEFA ECL

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Rapid Bucuresti

23/08/2024 19:00

CSM Politehnica Iasi 1 - 2 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

18/08/2024 18:30

Rapid Bucuresti 1 - 1 Dinamo Bucuresti ROM D1

10/08/2024 19:00

Gloria Buzau 1 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

05/08/2024 19:00

Rapid Bucuresti 2 - 2 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe ROM D1

29/07/2024 19:00

Petrolul Ploiesti 1 - 0 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

20/07/2024 19:00

Rapid Bucuresti 2 - 2 CFR Cluj ROM D1

Win

17%

Draw

67%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

CS Universitatea Craiova

Rapid Bucuresti

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.53

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.58

Scored

Avg. per game

0.60

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 40 matches

YesNo

18 (45%)22 (55%)

In last 40 matches

NoYes

18 (45%)22 (55%)

CS Universitatea Craiova

Recent matches

Rapid Bucuresti

Under /Over

(75%)30 10(25%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)29 11(27%)

Under /Over

(30%)12 28(70%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)13 27(67%)

Under /Over

(43%)17 23(57%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(35%)14 26(65%)

/Yes

(55%)22 18(45%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(55%)22 18(45%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

CS Universitatea Craiova

Rapid Bucuresti

Shots

CS Universitatea Craiova

Total shots

13.85 avg / game

Blocked

44 total

Avg. 3.38

Rapid Bucuresti

Total shots

13.08 avg / game

Blocked

38 total

Avg. 3.17

CS Universitatea Craiova Pass Rapid Bucuresti

Total passes

17695

Avg. 466 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

56%

Total passes

16122

Avg. 413 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

CS Universitatea Craiova

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

CS Universitatea Craiova

OTHERS

CS Universitatea Craiova

Played games

Rapid Bucuresti

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.30

5.55

222

Corners

196

4.90

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.58

Offsides

0.30

2.53

101

GK saves

133

3.33

CS Universitatea Craiova

DISCIPLINARY

Rapid Bucuresti

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.28

2.13

0.08

0.10

11.93

477

Fouls

473

11.83

16.35

654

Tackles

676

16.90

NEXT MATCHES

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CS Universitatea Craiova

Petrolul Ploiesti

ROM

08/08

CS Universitatea Craiova

CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM

08/22

CS Universitatea Craiova

CS Universitatea Craiova

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the CS Universitatea Craiova vs Rapid Bucuresti Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for CS Universitatea Craiova vs Rapid Bucuresti on 31 August 2024 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 Romania Liga I 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.

CS Universitatea Craiova vs Rapid Bucuresti Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess CS Universitatea Craiova's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Rapid Bucuresti'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.

Romania Liga I 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 Romania Liga I standings and the Romania Liga I form table to understand exactly where CS Universitatea Craiova and Rapid Bucuresti sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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