FC Botosani vs Universitaea Cluj: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 20 February

FC Botosani

L W D D D

5th place in Playoffs

1-3

20/02/2026 14:00

Universitaea Cluj

L L W W L

2nd place in Championship Playoffs

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Botosani vs Universitaea Cluj on 20 February 2026 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Botosani vs Universitaea Cluj preview before placing your bet.

FC Botosani are currently 5th with 33 points after 9 matches.
Universitaea Cluj sit 2nd with 46 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: FC Botosani to win with probability 38%.
Head-to-head history favors Universitaea Cluj, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. FC Botosani have 2 wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

14:00

2026-02-20

FC Botosani vs Universitaea Cluj - Prediction & Odds

FC Botosani

Universitaea Cluj

2026-02-20 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 20/02/2026

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

18/10/2025 08:00

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 2

FC Botosani

ROM D1

01/03/2025 10:00

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 1

FC Botosani

ROM D1

28/10/2024 12:00

FC Botosani

1 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

15/03/2024 11:30

Universitaea Cluj

3 - 0

FC Botosani

ROM D1

03/03/2024 08:30

Universitaea Cluj

1 - 0

FC Botosani

ROM D1

06/12/2023 13:00

FC Botosani

0 - 4

Universitaea Cluj

ROMC

FC Botosani

33%

Draw

Universitaea Cluj

67%

FC Botosani Last 6 matches

15/02/2026 08:00

UTA Arad 2 - 1 FC Botosani ROM D1

12/02/2026 12:00

Concordia Chiajna 2 - 3 FC Botosani ROMC

08/02/2026 11:00

FC Botosani 3 - 0 Metaloglobus ROM D1

05/02/2026 14:30

FCSB 2 - 1 FC Botosani ROM D1

02/02/2026 12:30

FC Botosani 0 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

24/01/2026 14:00

CS Universitatea Craiova 2 - 0 FC Botosani ROM D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Universitaea Cluj

14/02/2026 13:00

Universitaea Cluj 4 - 1 FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc ROM D1

11/02/2026 14:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROMC

07/02/2026 14:00

CFR Cluj 3 - 2 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

03/02/2026 12:00

Universitaea Cluj 3 - 1 Arges ROM D1

31/01/2026 14:00

Rapid Bucuresti 0 - 2 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

24/01/2026 11:00

Universitaea Cluj 1 - 0 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia ROM D1

Win

83%

Draw

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

FC Botosani

Universitaea Cluj

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.80

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.55

Scored

Avg. per game

1.05

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.20

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 20 home matches

YesNo

12 (60%)8 (40%)

In last 20 home matches

NoYes

13 (65%)7 (35%)

FC Botosani

Recent matches

Universitaea Cluj

Under /Over

(80%)16 4(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(65%)13 7(35%)

Under /Over

(50%)10 10(50%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(30%)6 14(70%)

Under /Over

(55%)11 9(45%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(25%)5 15(75%)

/Yes

(65%)13 7(35%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)8 12(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Botosani

Universitaea Cluj

Shots

FC Botosani

Total shots

14.40 avg / game

Blocked

64 total

Avg. 4.57

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.00 avg / game

Blocked

54 total

Avg. 3.18

FC Botosani Pass Universitaea Cluj

Total passes

8252

Avg. 413 / game

Accurate

75%

Ball possession

57%

Total passes

9203

Avg. 460 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Botosani

Played games

Universitaea Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.45

5.25

105

Corners

4.55

28.35

567

Throw-ins

434

21.70

1.50

Offsides

0.80

2.95

GK saves

3.05

FC Botosani

DISCIPLINARY

Universitaea Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.10

1.50

0.10

0.05

13.45

269

Fouls

200

10.00

9.80

196

Tackles

189

9.45

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How We Build the FC Botosani vs Universitaea Cluj Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Botosani vs Universitaea Cluj on 20 February 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.

FC Botosani vs Universitaea Cluj 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 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 FC Botosani and Universitaea Cluj sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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