Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 December

Petrolul Ploiesti

W L L L L

8th place in Romania Liga I

1 - 1

18/12/2022 08:30

Universitatea Craiova

W W W D W

6th place in Romania Liga I

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova on 18 December 2022 (kick-off: 08:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova preview before placing your bet.

Petrolul Ploiesti are currently 8th with 36 points after 30 matches.
Universitatea Craiova sit 6th with 40 points from 29 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 18/12/2022

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Farul Constanta	64	30	19	7	4	54	28	26
02 CFR Cluj	63	30	20	3	7	54	28	26
03 FC Steaua Bucuresti	57	30	17	6	7	51	35	16
04 CS Universitatea Craiova	54	30	16	6	8	37	27	10
05 Rapid Bucuresti	52	30	15	7	8	40	26	14
06 Universitatea Craiova	40	29	11	7	11	34	29	5
07 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	39	29	10	9	10	43	30	13
08 Petrolul Ploiesti	36	30	11	3	16	28	44	-16
09 FC Voluntari	34	30	8	10	12	28	32	-4
10 Universitaea Cluj	34	30	8	10	12	25	37	-12
11 Hermannstadt	32	30	11	8	11	30	29	1
12 Chindia Targoviste	32	30	7	11	12	32	42	-10
13 FC Botosani	32	30	7	11	12	29	44	-15
14 UTA Arad	27	30	6	9	15	29	41	-12
15 Arges	27	30	6	9	15	21	41	-20
16 CS Mioveni	22	30	4	10	16	23	45	-22

Petrolul Ploiesti Last 6 matches

25/07/2026 01:30

Arges 1 - 0 Petrolul Ploiesti Romania Liga I

19/07/2026 23:30

Petrolul Ploiesti 1 - 0 Dinamo Bucuresti Romania Liga I

11/07/2026 23:30

Petrolul Ploiesti 2 - 2 Chindia Targoviste International Club Friendly

10/07/2026 15:30

Petrolul Ploiesti 1 - 1 FCM Targu Mures International Club Friendly

03/07/2026 16:00

Arka Gdynia 2 - 0 Petrolul Ploiesti International Club Friendly

02/07/2026 22:00

Chojniczanka Chojnice 1 - 4 Petrolul Ploiesti International Club Friendly

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Universitatea Craiova

29/07/2026 21:30

Universitatea Craiova 0 - 5 ACSO Filiasi Romania Cup

06/08/2025 21:30

CS Vulturii Farcasesti 3 - 2 Universitatea Craiova Romania Cup

10/05/2025 15:00

ACS Dumbravita 3 - 0 Universitatea Craiova Romania - Liga 2 Seria

02/05/2025 16:00

Universitatea Craiova 0 - 3 FC Bihor Oradea Romania - Liga 2 Seria

26/04/2025 15:00

AFC Metalul Buzau 2 - 1 Universitatea Craiova Romania - Liga 2 Seria

18/04/2025 15:00

Universitatea Craiova 2 - 0 Unirea Ungheni Romania - Liga 2 Seria

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Played games

Petrolul Ploiesti

Universitatea Craiova

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.95

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.36

Scored

Avg. per game

1.22

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 39 matches

YesNo

26 (67%)13 (33%)

In last 39 matches

NoYes

29 (71%)12 (29%)

Petrolul Ploiesti

Recent matches

Universitatea Craiova

Under /Over

(64%)25 14(36%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(63%)26 15(37%)

Under /Over

(23%)9 30(77%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(32%)13 28(68%)

Under /Over

(36%)14 25(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(32%)13 28(68%)

/Yes

(36%)14 25(64%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)20 21(51%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Petrolul Ploiesti

Universitatea Craiova

Shots

Petrolul Ploiesti

Total shots

8.10 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Universitatea Craiova

Total shots

10.88 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Petrolul Ploiesti Pass Universitatea Craiova

Total passes

8136

Avg. 387 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

46%

Total passes

9047

Avg. 431 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Petrolul Ploiesti

3853

Avg. 98.79 / game

Universitatea Craiova

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Universitatea Craiova

2638

Avg. 64.34 / game

OTHERS

Petrolul Ploiesti

Played games

Universitatea Craiova

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.32

3.46

135

Corners

219

5.34

14.62

570

Throw-ins

577

14.07

1.69

Offsides

1.68

2.95

115

GK saves

102

2.49

Petrolul Ploiesti

DISCIPLINARY

Universitatea Craiova

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.13

2.00

0.21

0.10

11.31

441

Fouls

461

11.24

0.00

Tackles

0.76

NEXT MATCHES

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CS Universitatea Craiova

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova on 18 December 2022 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.

Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Craiova Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Petrolul Ploiesti's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against 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 Petrolul Ploiesti and Universitatea Craiova sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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