FC Otelul Galati vs CS Universitatea Craiova Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – October 05

FC Otelul Galati

W W W L W

2nd place in Relegation

1-1

05/10/2024 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova

W L L D L

3rd place in Championship Playoffs

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Otelul Galati vs CS Universitatea Craiova on October 05, 2024 (kick-off: 14:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Otelul Galati vs CS Universitatea Craiova preview before placing for you.

FC Otelul Galati are currently 2nd with 35 points after 9 matches.
CS Universitatea Craiova sit 3rd with 40 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: CS Universitatea Craiova to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors CS Universitatea Craiova, who have won 3 of the last 5 meetings. FC Otelul Galati have no wins, while 2 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

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Weather

14:30

2024-10-05

FC Otelul Galati vs CS Universitatea Craiova - Prediction & Odds

FC Otelul Galati

CS Universitatea Craiova

2024-10-05 14:30

STANDINGS UP TO 05/10/2024

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

04/04/2024 12:30

CS Universitatea Craiova

0 - 0

FC Otelul Galati

ROMC

26/11/2023 12:30

FC Otelul Galati

1 - 3

CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

24/07/2023 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova

0 - 0

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

04/04/2015 08:30

FC Otelul Galati

0 - 1

CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

15/09/2014 11:30

CS Universitatea Craiova

1 - 0

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

FC Otelul Galati

Draw

40%

CS Universitatea Craiova

60%

FC Otelul Galati Last 6 matches

20/09/2024 14:00

FC Otelul Galati 1 - 1 Dinamo Bucuresti ROM D1

14/09/2024 11:45

Gloria Buzau 0 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

30/08/2024 14:00

FC Otelul Galati 2 - 0 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe ROM D1

23/08/2024 12:00

Petrolul Ploiesti 0 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

17/08/2024 04:00

Unirea Branistea 1 - 3 FC Otelul Galati INT CF

10/08/2024 11:59

UTA Arad 1 - 1 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

Win

33%

Draw

67%

Lost

Last 6 matches CS Universitatea Craiova

22/09/2024 14:30

Universitaea Cluj 1 - 1 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

15/09/2024 11:15

CSM Politehnica Iasi 2 - 0 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

31/08/2024 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova 1 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

24/08/2024 15:00

Dinamo Bucuresti 2 - 1 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

16/08/2024 15:00

CS Universitatea Craiova 5 - 1 Gloria Buzau ROM D1

11/08/2024 11:59

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

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Played games

FC Otelul Galati

CS Universitatea Craiova

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.84

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.95

Scored

Avg. per game

1.80

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.85

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

12 (63%)7 (37%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

16 (80%)4 (20%)

FC Otelul Galati

Recent matches

CS Universitatea Craiova

Under /Over

(58%)11 8(42%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)15 5(25%)

Under /Over

(32%)6 13(68%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(35%)7 13(65%)

Under /Over

(21%)4 15(79%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)9 11(55%)

/Yes

(42%)8 11(58%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)12 8(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Otelul Galati

CS Universitatea Craiova

Shots

FC Otelul Galati

Total shots

12.79 avg / game

Blocked

23 total

Avg. 2.88

CS Universitatea Craiova

Total shots

14.80 avg / game

Blocked

30 total

Avg. 4.29

FC Otelul Galati Pass CS Universitatea Craiova

Total passes

6906

Avg. 406 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

9081

Avg. 478 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

FC Otelul Galati

2047

Avg. 107.74 / game

CS Universitatea Craiova

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

CS Universitatea Craiova

1130

Avg. 56.50 / game

OTHERS

FC Otelul Galati

Played games

CS Universitatea Craiova

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.42

Clean sheets

0.35

5.47

104

Corners

119

5.95

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.47

Offsides

0.40

1.68

GK saves

2.50

FC Otelul Galati

DISCIPLINARY

CS Universitatea Craiova

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.58

2.15

0.11

0.05

13.05

248

Fouls

227

11.35

14.84

282

Tackles

334

16.70

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How We Build the FC Otelul Galati vs CS Universitatea Craiova Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Otelul Galati vs CS Universitatea Craiova on 05 October 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.

FC Otelul Galati vs CS Universitatea Craiova Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Otelul Galati'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.

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 Otelul Galati and CS Universitatea Craiova sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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