CS Universitatea Craiova vs Universitaea Cluj: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

CS Universitatea Craiova

W W W D W

1st place in Championship Playoffs

5-0

17/05/2026 13:30

Universitaea Cluj

L L W W L

2nd place in Championship Playoffs

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for CS Universitatea Craiova vs Universitaea Cluj on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 13:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full CS Universitatea Craiova vs Universitaea Cluj preview before placing your bet.

CS Universitatea Craiova are currently 1st with 50 points after 10 matches.
Universitaea Cluj sit 2nd with 46 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: CS Universitatea Craiova to win with probability 48%.
Head-to-head history favors CS Universitatea Craiova, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Universitaea Cluj have 2 wins, 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

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Pred

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Weather

13:30

2026-05-17

CS Universitatea Craiova vs Universitaea Cluj - Prediction & Odds

CS Universitatea Craiova

Universitaea Cluj

2026-05-17 13:30

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

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

01 CS Universitatea Craiova	50	10	6	2	2	12	6	6
02 Universitaea Cluj	46	10	6	1	3	13	11	2
03 CFR Cluj	43	10	4	4	2	8	7	1
04 Dinamo Bucuresti	39	10	3	4	3	13	12	1
05 Rapid Bucuresti	34	10	1	3	6	8	14	-6
06 Arges	32	10	1	4	5	6	10	-4

Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 UTA Arad	39	9	5	2	2	14	7	7
02 FCSB	37	9	4	2	3	13	9	4
03 FC Otelul Galati	35	9	4	2	3	17	15	2
04 FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc	33	9	5	2	2	11	8	3
05 FC Botosani	33	9	3	3	3	13	17	-4
06 Hermannstadt	25	9	3	4	2	13	10	3
07 Farul Constanta	25	9	1	3	5	8	11	-3
08 Petrolul Ploiesti	25	9	2	3	4	9	15	-6
09 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia	22	9	2	3	4	11	13	-2
10 Metaloglobus	16	9	2	4	3	10	14	-4

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 CS Universitatea Craiova	60	30	17	9	4	53	27	26
02 Rapid Bucuresti	56	30	16	8	6	47	30	17
03 Universitaea Cluj	54	30	16	6	8	48	27	21
04 CFR Cluj	53	30	15	8	7	49	40	9
05 Dinamo Bucuresti	52	30	14	10	6	42	28	14
06 Arges	50	30	15	5	10	37	28	9
07 FCSB	46	30	13	7	10	48	40	8
08 UTA Arad	43	30	11	10	9	39	44	-5
09 FC Botosani	42	30	11	9	10	37	29	8
10 FC Otelul Galati	41	30	11	8	11	39	32	7
11 Farul Constanta	37	30	10	7	13	39	37	2
12 Petrolul Ploiesti	32	30	7	11	12	24	31	-7
13 FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc	32	30	8	8	14	30	58	-28
14 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia	25	30	7	4	19	27	46	-19
15 Hermannstadt	23	30	5	8	17	29	50	-21
16 Metaloglobus	12	30	2	6	22	25	66	-41

Head To Head

13/04/2026 14:30

Universitaea Cluj

4 - 0

CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

01/12/2025 13:00

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 0

CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

28/07/2025 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova

2 - 1

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

26/04/2025 13:00

Universitaea Cluj

2 - 1

CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

14/03/2025 14:00

CS Universitatea Craiova

3 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

05/02/2025 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova

1 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

CS Universitatea Craiova

50%

Draw

17%

Universitaea Cluj

33%

CS Universitatea Craiova Last 6 matches

08/05/2026 14:00

CFR Cluj 0 - 0 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

03/05/2026 14:00

CS Universitatea Craiova 2 - 1 Dinamo Bucuresti ROM D1

27/04/2026 13:30

Arges 0 - 1 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

23/04/2026 13:30

Dinamo Bucuresti 0 - 0 CS Universitatea Craiova ROMC

19/04/2026 14:00

CS Universitatea Craiova 1 - 0 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

13/04/2026 14:30

Universitaea Cluj 4 - 0 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Universitaea Cluj

09/05/2026 14:00

Universitaea Cluj 1 - 0 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

02/05/2026 13:30

Universitaea Cluj 1 - 0 Arges ROM D1

25/04/2026 13:30

CFR Cluj 1 - 0 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

21/04/2026 12:30

Arges 1 - 1 Universitaea Cluj ROMC

18/04/2026 14:00

Dinamo Bucuresti 2 - 1 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

13/04/2026 14:30

Universitaea Cluj 4 - 0 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Played games

CS Universitatea Craiova

300

Universitaea Cluj

297

Goals

Scored

478

Avg. per game

1.59

Conceded

309

Avg. per game

1.03

Scored

417

Avg. per game

1.40

Conceded

341

Avg. per game

1.15

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

241 (80%)59 (20%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

219 (74%)78 (26%)

CS Universitatea Craiova

Recent matches

Universitaea Cluj

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

/Yes

(42%)19 26(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

CS Universitatea Craiova

Universitaea Cluj

Shots

CS Universitatea Craiova

Total shots

13.04 avg / game

Blocked

326 total

Avg. 3.51

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.29 avg / game

Blocked

318 total

Avg. 3.46

CS Universitatea Craiova Pass Universitaea Cluj

Total passes

71717

Avg. 463 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

64582

Avg. 458 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

CS Universitatea Craiova

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

CS Universitatea Craiova

OTHERS

CS Universitatea Craiova

300

Played games

Universitaea Cluj

297

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.35

106

Clean sheets

102

0.34

5.00

1500

Corners

1318

4.44

6.36

1909

Throw-ins

1697

5.71

1.33

400

Offsides

194

0.65

1.97

590

GK saves

443

1.49

CS Universitatea Craiova

DISCIPLINARY

Universitaea Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.07

622

598

2.01

0.09

0.07

10.58

3175

Fouls

2269

7.64

6.52

1955

Tackles

1794

6.04

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How We Build the CS Universitatea Craiova vs Universitaea Cluj Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for CS Universitatea Craiova vs Universitaea Cluj on 17 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 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 Universitaea Cluj 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 Universitaea Cluj'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 Universitaea Cluj sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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