FC Otelul Galati vs Universitaea Cluj: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 12 August

FC Otelul Galati

D W L W L

2nd place in Relegation Quarter

1 - 1

12/08/2023 11:30

Universitaea Cluj

L L W L D

4th place in Relegation Quarter

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Otelul Galati vs Universitaea Cluj on 12 August 2023 (kick-off: 11:30) 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 will face Universitaea Cluj in Romania Liga I on August 12, 2023 at 11:30.
FC Otelul Galati are currently 2nd with 36 points after 9 matches.
Universitaea Cluj sit 4th with 33 points from 9 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 12/08/2023

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

01 FC Steaua Bucuresti	49	10	5	2	3	12	11	1
02 CFR Cluj	46	10	6	1	3	19	14	5
03 CS Universitatea Craiova	44	10	6	1	3	18	14	4
04 Farul Constanta	36	10	4	2	4	19	20	-1
05 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	34	10	3	3	4	17	17	0
06 Rapid Bucuresti	32	10	1	1	8	13	22	-9

Relegation Quarter	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 UTA Arad	37	9	5	2	2	15	11	4
02 FC Otelul Galati	36	9	6	1	2	11	7	4
03 Hermannstadt	34	9	4	2	3	13	7	6
04 Universitaea Cluj	33	9	3	3	3	12	10	2
05 Petrolul Ploiesti	29	9	3	2	4	8	14	-6
06 CSM Politehnica Iasi	27	9	3	1	5	7	8	-1
07 FC Botosani	25	9	4	2	3	11	11	0
08 Dinamo Bucuresti	25	9	2	4	3	10	12	-2
09 FC Voluntari	24	9	2	4	3	11	10	1
10 Universitatea Craiova	22	9	1	3	5	8	16	-8

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Steaua Bucuresti	64	30	19	7	4	53	28	25
02 Rapid Bucuresti	55	30	15	10	5	55	32	23
03 CFR Cluj	53	30	15	8	7	54	29	25
04 CS Universitatea Craiova	49	30	13	10	7	47	38	9
05 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	43	30	12	7	11	43	34	9
06 Farul Constanta	43	30	11	10	9	37	38	-1
07 Universitaea Cluj	42	30	10	12	8	35	38	-3
08 Hermannstadt	40	30	9	13	8	36	31	5
09 UTA Arad	40	30	10	10	10	36	43	-7
10 Petrolul Ploiesti	35	30	7	14	9	29	32	-3
11 FC Otelul Galati	34	30	6	16	8	31	36	-5
12 CSM Politehnica Iasi	33	30	7	12	11	33	44	-11
13 Universitatea Craiova	31	30	9	4	17	43	50	-7
14 Dinamo Bucuresti	29	30	8	5	17	22	41	-19
15 FC Voluntari	28	30	6	10	14	31	49	-18
16 FC Botosani	21	30	3	12	15	30	52	-22

Head To Head

23/05/2015 09:00

FC Otelul Galati

2 - 1

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

29/11/2014 11:59

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 0

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

19/12/2013 11:59

Universitaea Cluj

1 - 0

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

27/07/2013 11:59

FC Otelul Galati

2 - 1

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

08/05/2013 11:00

FC Otelul Galati

0 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

26/10/2012 11:59

Universitaea Cluj

1 - 1

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

FC Otelul Galati

50%

Draw

33%

Universitaea Cluj

17%

FC Otelul Galati Last 6 matches

29/07/2023 14:30

FC Otelul Galati 0 - 2 FC Steaua Bucuresti

ROM D1

24/07/2023 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova 0 - 0 FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

14/07/2023 11:30

FC Otelul Galati 1 - 1 UTA Arad

ROM D1

05/07/2023 11:30

FC Otelul Galati 2 - 2 Vojvodina Novi Sad

INT CF

02/07/2023 11:30

FC Otelul Galati 0 - 0 Maribor

INT CF

30/06/2023 11:30

FC Otelul Galati 2 - 2 Polissya Zhytomyr

INT CF

Win

Draw

83%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Universitaea Cluj

28/07/2023 11:30

Universitatea Craiova 3 - 4 Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

23/07/2023 14:30

Universitaea Cluj 0 - 3 Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

16/07/2023 11:30

Petrolul Ploiesti 1 - 1 Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

05/07/2023 05:00

Rakow Czestochowa 2 - 1 Universitaea Cluj

INT CF

04/07/2023 11:59

MSK Zilina 1 - 1 Universitaea Cluj

INT CF

29/06/2023 12:30

Universitaea Cluj 0 - 3 Maccabi Haifa

INT CF

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Played games

FC Otelul Galati

Universitaea Cluj

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.05

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.13

Scored

Avg. per game

1.20

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.17

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 40 matches

YesNo

31 (78%)9 (23%)

In last 40 matches

NoYes

29 (71%)12 (29%)

FC Otelul Galati

Recent matches

Universitaea Cluj

Under /Over

(68%)27 13(32%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(61%)25 16(39%)

Under /Over

(25%)10 30(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(32%)13 28(68%)

Under /Over

(33%)13 27(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(34%)14 27(66%)

/Yes

(53%)21 19(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(46%)19 22(54%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Otelul Galati

Universitaea Cluj

Shots

FC Otelul Galati

Total shots

9.53 avg / game

Blocked

79 total

Avg. 2.26

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.07 avg / game

Blocked

134 total

Avg. 3.72

FC Otelul Galati Pass Universitaea Cluj

Total passes

14326

Avg. 358 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

18590

Avg. 465 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Otelul Galati

Played games

Universitaea Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.39

3.98

159

Corners

204

4.98

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.50

Offsides

1.32

2.15

GK saves

2.17

FC Otelul Galati

DISCIPLINARY

Universitaea Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.78

111

1.98

0.10

0.07

16.00

640

Fouls

524

12.78

17.53

701

Tackles

716

17.46

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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 12 August 2023 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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