Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 September

Rapid Bucuresti

L L W D L

5th place in Championship Playoffs

0-2

16/09/2024 14:00

Universitaea Cluj

W W L L W

4th place in Championship Playoffs

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj on 16 September 2024 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj preview before placing your bet.

Rapid Bucuresti are currently 5th with 33 points after 10 matches.
Universitaea Cluj sit 4th with 39 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Rapid Bucuresti to win with probability 44%.
Head-to-head history favors Rapid Bucuresti, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Universitaea Cluj have one win, 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

14:00

2024-09-16

Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj - Prediction & Odds

Rapid Bucuresti

Universitaea Cluj

2024-09-16 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 16/09/2024

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

27/11/2023 14:30

Rapid Bucuresti

2 - 3

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

23/07/2023 14:30

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 3

Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

27/01/2023 14:00

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 0

Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

07/12/2022 14:00

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 0

Rapid Bucuresti

ROMC

30/08/2022 15:00

Rapid Bucuresti

1 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

27/01/2021 07:55

Rapid Bucuresti

1 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

INT CF

Rapid Bucuresti

50%

Draw

33%

Universitaea Cluj

17%

Rapid Bucuresti Last 6 matches

31/08/2024 14:30

CS Universitatea Craiova 1 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

23/08/2024 15:00

CSM Politehnica Iasi 1 - 2 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

18/08/2024 14:30

Rapid Bucuresti 1 - 1 Dinamo Bucuresti ROM D1

10/08/2024 15:00

Gloria Buzau 1 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

05/08/2024 15:00

Rapid Bucuresti 2 - 2 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe ROM D1

29/07/2024 15:00

Petrolul Ploiesti 1 - 0 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

Win

17%

Draw

67%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Universitaea Cluj

02/09/2024 14:30

Universitaea Cluj 1 - 0 Dinamo Bucuresti ROM D1

29/08/2024 10:00

AFC Metalul Buzau 1 - 0 Universitaea Cluj ROMC

26/08/2024 12:00

Gloria Buzau 0 - 2 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

19/08/2024 11:59

Universitaea Cluj 3 - 0 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe ROM D1

12/08/2024 11:59

Petrolul Ploiesti 0 - 0 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

04/08/2024 15:00

Universitaea Cluj 3 - 2 CFR Cluj ROM D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

239

Avg. per game

0.80

Conceded

185

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored

228

Avg. per game

0.77

Conceded

180

Avg. per game

0.61

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 298 matches

YesNo

167 (56%)131 (44%)

In last 298 matches

NoYes

155 (52%)141 (48%)

Rapid Bucuresti

Recent matches

Universitaea Cluj

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

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

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Rapid Bucuresti

Universitaea Cluj

Shots

Rapid Bucuresti

Total shots

11.46 avg / game

Blocked

343 total

Avg. 3.77

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.26 avg / game

Blocked

311 total

Avg. 3.42

Rapid Bucuresti Pass Universitaea Cluj

Total passes

58273

Avg. 419 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

64114

Avg. 458 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Rapid Bucuresti

298

Played games

Universitaea Cluj

296

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

102

0.34

4.53

1349

Corners

1311

4.43

4.93

1468

Throw-ins

1678

5.67

0.87

258

Offsides

194

0.66

2.08

621

GK saves

440

1.49

Rapid Bucuresti

DISCIPLINARY

Universitaea Cluj

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.82

542

595

2.01

0.09

0.07

8.33

2483

Fouls

2256

7.62

6.14

1831

Tackles

1789

6.04

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How We Build the Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj on 16 September 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.

Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Rapid Bucuresti'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 Rapid Bucuresti and Universitaea Cluj sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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