FC Botosani vs CS Universitatea Craiova: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 August

Betiball's prediction for FC Botosani vs CS Universitatea Craiova on 31 August 2025 (kick-off: 11:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Botosani vs CS Universitatea Craiova preview before placing your bet.

FC Botosani vs CS Universitatea Craiova: Starting Lineups Time : 31/08/2025 11:30

FC Botosani
1 - 1
Finished
CS Universitatea Craiova
84' event Michael Pavlovic / Hervin Ongenda
76' event Eldhaji Pape Djibril Diaw / Aldair
75' event John Charles Petro
72' event Hervin Ongenda
59' event Stefan Bodisteanu / Sebastian Mailat
59' event Zoran Mitrov / George Alexandru Cimpanu
52' event George Alexandru Cimpanu
46' event Mihai Catalin Bordeianu / Enriko Papa
8' event Enriko Papa
2' event Aldair
event 81' Stefan Baiaram / Alexandru Cicaldau
event 81' Cristian Baluta / Lyes Houri
event 62' Alexandru Cicaldau
event 60' Nicusor Bancu / Alexandru Cretu
event 60' David Barbu / Mihnea Radulescu
event 46' Juraj Badelj / Vasile Mogos
event 35' Steven Nsimba
84' event Michael Pavlovic / Hervin Ongenda
event 81' Stefan Baiaram / Alexandru Cicaldau
76' event Eldhaji Pape Djibril Diaw / Aldair
event 81' Cristian Baluta / Lyes Houri
75' event John Charles Petro
event 62' Alexandru Cicaldau
72' event Hervin Ongenda
event 60' Nicusor Bancu / Alexandru Cretu
59' event Stefan Bodisteanu / Sebastian Mailat
event 60' David Barbu / Mihnea Radulescu
59' event Zoran Mitrov / George Alexandru Cimpanu
event 46' Juraj Badelj / Vasile Mogos
52' event George Alexandru Cimpanu
event 35' Steven Nsimba
46' event Mihai Catalin Bordeianu / Enriko Papa
8' event Enriko Papa
2' event Aldair
FC Botosani FC Botosani
Substitutions
#10 Stefan Bodisteanu
#37 Mihai Catalin Bordeianu
#5 Razvan Cret
#33 Gabriel David
#23 Eldhaji Pape Djibril Diaw
#19 Antonio Dumitru
#12 Adams Friday
#25 Mykola Kovtalyuk
#1 Luka Kukic
#11 Zoran Mitrov
#3 Michael Pavlovic
#6 Riad Suta
FC Botosani FC Botosani CS Universitatea Craiova CS Universitatea Craiova
11Shots13
4Shots on Goal6
9Fouls9
4Corner Kick8
9Free kick9
1Offside3
4Yellow card1
5Save2
5Successful Tackles10
9Interceptions11
26Long pass40
1Successful center6
5Shots off goal5
2Blocked2
5Tackle9
6Dribbles11
25Throw-in26
254Passes453
84Attacks78
38Dangerous attacks44
2Corner Kicks(HT)6
CS Universitatea Craiova CS Universitatea Craiova
Substitutions
#15 Juraj Badelj
#10 Stefan Baiaram
#8 Cristian Baluta
#11 Nicusor Bancu
#27 David Barbu
#29 Luca Basceanu
#25 Darius Falcusan
#77 Pavlo Isenko
#30 Matei David
#21 Laurentiu Popescu
#23 Samuel Teles Pereira Nunes Silva
Commentary
84' FC Botosani — substitution: Michael Pavlovic / Hervin Ongenda
81' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Stefan Baiaram / Alexandru Cicaldau
81' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Cristian Baluta / Lyes Houri
76' FC Botosani — substitution: Eldhaji Pape Djibril Diaw / Aldair
75' John Charles Petro - FC Botosani receive a yellow card
72' Goal! Hervin Ongenda - FC Botosani
62' Goal! Alexandru Cicaldau - CS Universitatea Craiova
60' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Nicusor Bancu / Alexandru Cretu
60' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: David Barbu / Mihnea Radulescu
59' FC Botosani — substitution: Stefan Bodisteanu / Sebastian Mailat
59' FC Botosani — substitution: Zoran Mitrov / George Alexandru Cimpanu
52' George Alexandru Cimpanu - FC Botosani receive a yellow card
46' FC Botosani — substitution: Mihai Catalin Bordeianu / Enriko Papa
46' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Juraj Badelj / Vasile Mogos
35' Steven Nsimba - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card
8' Enriko Papa - FC Botosani receive a yellow card
2' Aldair - FC Botosani receive a yellow card

How We Build the FC Botosani vs CS Universitatea Craiova Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Botosani vs CS Universitatea Craiova on 31 August 2025 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.

FC Botosani vs CS Universitatea Craiova Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Botosani'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 FC Botosani and CS Universitatea Craiova sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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