FC Otelul Galati vs Universitaea Cluj: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 February

FC Otelul Galati

W W W L W

2nd place in Relegation

0-1

21/02/2025 14:00

Universitaea Cluj

W W L L W

4th place in Championship Playoffs

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Otelul Galati vs Universitaea Cluj on 21 February 2025 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Otelul Galati vs Universitaea Cluj preview before placing your bet.

FC Otelul Galati are currently 2nd with 35 points after 9 matches.
Universitaea Cluj sit 4th with 39 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Universitaea Cluj to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors FC Otelul Galati, 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:00

2025-02-21

FC Otelul Galati vs Universitaea Cluj - Prediction & Odds

FC Otelul Galati

Universitaea Cluj

2025-02-21 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 21/02/2025

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

18/10/2024 14:00

Universitaea Cluj

2 - 0

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

19/05/2024 07:30

FC Otelul Galati

0 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

21/04/2024 09:00

FC Otelul Galati

1 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

18/04/2024 13:30

FC Otelul Galati

2 - 1

Universitaea Cluj

ROMC

17/12/2023 09:00

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 1

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

12/08/2023 11:30

FC Otelul Galati

1 - 1

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

FC Otelul Galati

50%

Draw

17%

Universitaea Cluj

33%

FC Otelul Galati Last 6 matches

14/02/2025 14:00

CS Universitatea Craiova 2 - 1 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

08/02/2025 13:00

FC Otelul Galati 1 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

04/02/2025 14:30

Dinamo Bucuresti 1 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

01/02/2025 11:00

FC Otelul Galati 2 - 1 Gloria Buzau ROM D1

26/01/2025 11:00

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

18/01/2025 13:30

FC Otelul Galati 0 - 0 Petrolul Ploiesti ROM D1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Universitaea Cluj

17/02/2025 11:00

Universitaea Cluj 3 - 2 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia ROM D1

09/02/2025 11:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 2 CSM Politehnica Iasi ROM D1

05/02/2025 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova 1 - 0 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

01/02/2025 14:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

24/01/2025 14:00

Dinamo Bucuresti 0 - 0 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

18/01/2025 08:30

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 1 Gloria Buzau ROM D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Played games

Goals

Scored

273

Avg. per game

1.30

Conceded

217

Avg. per game

1.03

Scored

415

Avg. per game

1.40

Conceded

340

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 210 matches

YesNo

145 (69%)65 (31%)

In last 210 matches

NoYes

218 (74%)78 (26%)

FC Otelul Galati

Recent matches

Universitaea Cluj

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

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

(44%)20 25(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Otelul Galati

Universitaea Cluj

Shots

FC Otelul Galati

Total shots

11.40 avg / game

Blocked

219 total

Avg. 2.52

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.26 avg / game

Blocked

311 total

Avg. 3.42

FC Otelul Galati Pass Universitaea Cluj

Total passes

45166

Avg. 383 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

64114

Avg. 458 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Otelul Galati

210

Played games

Universitaea Cluj

296

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.37

Clean sheets

102

0.34

4.32

907

Corners

1311

4.43

4.25

893

Throw-ins

1678

5.67

0.78

164

Offsides

194

0.66

1.47

308

GK saves

440

1.49

FC Otelul Galati

DISCIPLINARY

Universitaea Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.03

427

595

2.01

0.09

0.07

8.80

1847

Fouls

2256

7.62

8.37

1757

Tackles

1789

6.04

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How We Build the FC Otelul Galati vs Universitaea Cluj Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Otelul Galati vs Universitaea Cluj on 21 February 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 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 Universitaea Cluj 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 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 Otelul Galati and Universitaea Cluj sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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