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

Betiball's prediction for CS Universitatea Craiova vs Rapid Bucuresti on 31 August 2024 (kick-off: 14:30) 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 vs Rapid Bucuresti: Starting Lineups Time : 31/08/2024 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova
1 - 1
Finished
Rapid Bucuresti
88' event David Barbu / Juan Carlos Morales
88' event Vladimir Screciu / Mihai Capatina
65' event Stefan Banau / Stefan Baiaram
65' event Andrei Ivan / Elvir Koljic
53' event Stefan Baiaram
52' event Stefan Vladoiu
33' event Alexandru Mitrita
27' event Grego Sierra
12' event Elvir Koljic
event 80' Andrei Borza / Christopher Braun
event 74' Jayson Papeau / Florent Hasani
event 68' Cristian Ignat / Rares Pop
event 68' Claudiu Micovschi / Cristian Sapunaru
event 45+3' Alexandru Stefan Pascanu Penalty cancelled
event 32' Cristian Sapunaru
event 28' Claudiu Petrila
event 18' Christopher Braun
88' event David Barbu / Juan Carlos Morales
event 80' Andrei Borza / Christopher Braun
88' event Vladimir Screciu / Mihai Capatina
event 74' Jayson Papeau / Florent Hasani
65' event Stefan Banau / Stefan Baiaram
event 68' Cristian Ignat / Rares Pop
65' event Andrei Ivan / Elvir Koljic
event 68' Claudiu Micovschi / Cristian Sapunaru
53' event Stefan Baiaram
event 45+3' Alexandru Stefan Pascanu Penalty cancelled
52' event Stefan Vladoiu
event 32' Cristian Sapunaru
33' event Alexandru Mitrita
event 28' Claudiu Petrila
27' event Grego Sierra
event 18' Christopher Braun
12' event Elvir Koljic
CS Universitatea Craiova CS Universitatea Craiova
Substitutions
#15 Juraj Badelj
#31 Stefan Banau
#27 David Barbu
#37 Marian Danciu
#36 Florin Gaspar
#14 Lyes Houri
#9 Andrei Ivan
#1 David Lazar
#33 Silviu Lung
#12 Basilio Ndong
#6 Vladimir Screciu
#26 Gjoko Zajkov
CS Universitatea Craiova CS Universitatea Craiova Rapid Bucuresti Rapid Bucuresti
13Shots3
2Shots on Goal1
13Fouls5
7Corner Kick0
5Free kick15
4Yellow card2
0Save1
5Interceptions8
11Shots off goal2
0Hit The Post1
12Tackle16
7Dribbles3
541Passes303
108Attacks68
91Dangerous attacks37
2Corner Kicks(HT)0
Rapid Bucuresti Rapid Bucuresti
Substitutions
#16 Mihai Aioani
#36 Filip Blazek
#24 Andrei Borza
#91 Omar El Sawy
#6 Paul Iacob
#21 Cristian Ignat
#18 Timotej Jambor
#4 Mattias Kait
#7 Claudiu Micovschi
#19 Razvan Philippe Onea
#96 Jayson Papeau
#15 Catalin Vulturar
Commentary
88' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: David Barbu / Juan Carlos Morales
88' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Vladimir Screciu / Mihai Capatina
80' Rapid Bucuresti — substitution: Andrei Borza / Christopher Braun
74' Rapid Bucuresti — substitution: Jayson Papeau / Florent Hasani
68' Rapid Bucuresti — substitution: Cristian Ignat / Rares Pop
68' Rapid Bucuresti — substitution: Claudiu Micovschi / Cristian Sapunaru
65' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Stefan Banau / Stefan Baiaram
65' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Andrei Ivan / Elvir Koljic
53' Stefan Baiaram - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card
52' Stefan Vladoiu - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card
45+3' VAR review - Rapid Bucuresti
33' Penalty scored! Alexandru Mitrita - CS Universitatea Craiova
32' Cristian Sapunaru - Rapid Bucuresti receive a yellow card
28' Claudiu Petrila - Rapid Bucuresti receive a yellow card
27' Grego Sierra - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card
18' Goal! Christopher Braun - Rapid Bucuresti
12' Elvir Koljic - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card

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 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.

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 CS Universitatea Craiova and Rapid Bucuresti sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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