Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 January

Betiball's prediction for Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj on 31 January 2026 (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 vs Universitaea Cluj: Starting Lineups Time : 31/01/2026 14:00

Rapid Bucuresti
0 - 2
Finished
Universitaea Cluj
83' event Mihai Aioani
78' event Catalin Vulturar / Tobias Christensen
78' event Drilon Hazrollaj / Mihai Alexandru Dobre
68' event Elvir Koljic / Daniel Paraschiv
57' event Kader Keita / Constantin Grameni
57' event Claudiu Petrila / Jakub Hromada
41' event Razvan Philippe Onea
20' event Jakub Hromada
event 85' Dan Nistor
event 81' Atanas Trica
event 70' Dino Mikanovic
event 68' Dan Nistor / Mouhamadou Drammeh
event 67' Oucasse Mendy
event 58' Oucasse Mendy / Andrei Gheorghita
83' event Mihai Aioani
event 85' Dan Nistor
78' event Catalin Vulturar / Tobias Christensen
event 81' Atanas Trica
78' event Drilon Hazrollaj / Mihai Alexandru Dobre
event 70' Dino Mikanovic
68' event Elvir Koljic / Daniel Paraschiv
event 68' Dan Nistor / Mouhamadou Drammeh
57' event Kader Keita / Constantin Grameni
event 67' Oucasse Mendy
57' event Claudiu Petrila / Jakub Hromada
event 58' Oucasse Mendy / Andrei Gheorghita
41' event Razvan Philippe Onea
20' event Jakub Hromada
Rapid Bucuresti Rapid Bucuresti
Substitutions
#98 Gabriel Gheorghe
#27 Drilon Hazrollaj
#1 Dejan Iliev
#9 Timotej Jambor
#18 Kader Keita
#7 Elvir Koljic
#10 Claudiu Petrila
#53 Patrick Popa
#21 Robert Salceanu
#20 Andrei Sucu
#15 Catalin Vulturar
Rapid Bucuresti Rapid Bucuresti Universitaea Cluj Universitaea Cluj
16Shots12
3Shots on Goal5
17Fouls12
10Corner Kick3
12Free kick16
1Offside0
3Yellow card2
3Save3
11Successful Tackles11
4Interceptions7
28Long pass28
4Successful center4
6Shots off goal4
7Blocked3
11Tackle10
11Dribbles10
27Throw-in21
368Passes412
104Attacks71
68Dangerous attacks26
2Corner Kicks(HT)1
1BigChances2
1BigChancesMissed0
9ShotsInsideBox8
7ShotsOutsideBox4
54DuelsWon63
1.06ExpectedGoals2.3
0.5xGOT3.12
30Touches In Opposition Box16
38AccurateCrosses11
47GroundDuelsWon43
7AerialDuelsWon20
14Clearances35
Universitaea Cluj Universitaea Cluj
Substitutions
#20 Alexandru Bota
#2 Alin Chintes
#4 Andrei Coubis
#13 Andrej Fabry
#1 Stefan Lefter
#29 Oucasse Mendy
#11 Alessandro Murgia
#10 Dan Nistor
#28 Miguel Angelo Gomes da Silva
#98 Gabriel Simion
#22 Quadri Taiwo
#14 Alin Tosca
Commentary
85' Penalty scored! Dan Nistor - Universitaea Cluj
83' Mihai Aioani - Rapid Bucuresti receive a yellow card
81' Atanas Trica - Universitaea Cluj receive a yellow card
78' Rapid Bucuresti — substitution: Catalin Vulturar / Tobias Christensen
78' Rapid Bucuresti — substitution: Drilon Hazrollaj / Mihai Alexandru Dobre
70' Dino Mikanovic - Universitaea Cluj receive a yellow card
68' Rapid Bucuresti — substitution: Elvir Koljic / Daniel Paraschiv
68' Universitaea Cluj — substitution: Dan Nistor / Mouhamadou Drammeh
67' Goal! Oucasse Mendy - Universitaea Cluj
58' Universitaea Cluj — substitution: Oucasse Mendy / Andrei Gheorghita
57' Rapid Bucuresti — substitution: Kader Keita / Constantin Grameni
57' Rapid Bucuresti — substitution: Claudiu Petrila / Jakub Hromada
41' Razvan Philippe Onea - Rapid Bucuresti receive a yellow card
20' Jakub Hromada - Rapid Bucuresti receive a yellow card

How We Build the Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rapid Bucuresti vs Universitaea Cluj on 31 January 2026 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.

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.

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 Rapid Bucuresti and Universitaea Cluj sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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