FCSB vs CS Universitatea Craiova: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Betiball's prediction for FCSB vs CS Universitatea Craiova on 17 May 2025 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FCSB vs CS Universitatea Craiova preview before placing your bet.

FCSB vs CS Universitatea Craiova: Starting Lineups Time : 17/05/2025 10:00

FCSB

1 - 0

Finished

CS Universitatea Craiova

84'

Darius Dumitru Olaru / Florin Lucian Tanase

77'

Risto Radunovic

74'

David Raul Miculescu

73'

Jordan Gele / Daniel Birligea

62'

Mihai Lixandru / Vlad Chiriches

46'

David Raul Miculescu / Valentin Cretu

46'

Ionut Cercel / Octavian George Popescu

24'

Mihai Popescu

19'

Daniel Birligea

14'

Daniel Birligea

Vlad Chiriches

75' David Barbu / Stefan Baiaram

62' Lyes Houri / Denil Maldonado

56' Denil Maldonado

50' Jovo Lukic / Alisson Pelegrini Safira

46' Takuto Oshima / Gjoko Zajkov

46' Basilio Ndong / Juan Carlos Morales

45+1' Gjoko Zajkov

41' Anzor Mekvabishvili

10' Anzor Mekvabishvili Goal Disallowed

84'

Darius Dumitru Olaru / Florin Lucian Tanase

75' David Barbu / Stefan Baiaram

77'

Risto Radunovic

62' Lyes Houri / Denil Maldonado

74'

David Raul Miculescu

56' Denil Maldonado

73'

Jordan Gele / Daniel Birligea

50' Jovo Lukic / Alisson Pelegrini Safira

62'

Mihai Lixandru / Vlad Chiriches

46' Takuto Oshima / Gjoko Zajkov

46'

David Raul Miculescu / Valentin Cretu

46' Basilio Ndong / Juan Carlos Morales

46'

Ionut Cercel / Octavian George Popescu

45+1' Gjoko Zajkov

24'

Mihai Popescu

41' Anzor Mekvabishvili

19'

Daniel Birligea

10' Anzor Mekvabishvili Goal Disallowed

14'

Daniel Birligea

Vlad Chiriches

FCSB

Substitutions

#25 Alexandru Baluta

#23 Ionut Cercel

#18 Malcom Sylas Edjouma

#39 Jordan Gele

#12 David Kiki

#16 Mihai Lixandru

#11 David Raul Miculescu

#27 Darius Dumitru Olaru

#15 Marius Stefanescu

#90 Alexandru Constantin Stoian

#22 Mihai Toma

#38 Lucas Zima

FCSB CS Universitatea Craiova

5Shots16

2Shots on Goal3

13Fouls7

4Corner Kick6

7Free kick13

3Offside2

5Yellow card3

3Save1

13Successful Tackles10

5Interceptions16

3Shots off goal13

19Tackle12

6Dribbles12

417Passes367

63Attacks96

21Dangerous attacks57

3Corner Kicks(HT)3

CS Universitatea Craiova

Substitutions

#31 Stefan Banau

#27 David Barbu

#23 Mihai Capatina

#14 Lyes Houri

#39 Robert Lapadatescu

#22 Iago Lopez Carracedo

#24 Jovo Lukic

#37 Luta

#12 Basilio Ndong

#8 Takuto Oshima

#21 Laurentiu Popescu

#32 Relu Stoian

Commentary

84' FCSB — substitution: Darius Dumitru Olaru / Florin Lucian Tanase

77' Risto Radunovic - FCSB receive a yellow card

75' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: David Barbu / Stefan Baiaram

74' David Raul Miculescu - FCSB receive a yellow card

73' FCSB — substitution: Jordan Gele / Daniel Birligea

62' FCSB — substitution: Mihai Lixandru / Vlad Chiriches

62' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Lyes Houri / Denil Maldonado

56' Denil Maldonado - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card

50' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Jovo Lukic / Alisson Pelegrini Safira

46' FCSB — substitution: David Raul Miculescu / Valentin Cretu

46' FCSB — substitution: Ionut Cercel / Octavian George Popescu

46' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Takuto Oshima / Gjoko Zajkov

46' CS Universitatea Craiova — substitution: Basilio Ndong / Juan Carlos Morales

45+1' Gjoko Zajkov - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card

41' Anzor Mekvabishvili - CS Universitatea Craiova receive a yellow card

24' Mihai Popescu - FCSB receive a yellow card

19' Goal! Daniel Birligea - FCSB

14' Daniel Birligea - FCSB receive a yellow card

10' VAR review - CS Universitatea Craiova

3' Vlad Chiriches - FCSB receive a yellow card

How We Build the FCSB vs CS Universitatea Craiova Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FCSB vs CS Universitatea Craiova on 17 May 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.

FCSB vs CS Universitatea Craiova Form Analysis

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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