Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 October

Universitaea Cluj

W W L L W

4th place in Championship Playoffs

2-0

18/10/2024 14:00

FC Otelul Galati

W W W L W

2nd place in Relegation

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati on 18 October 2024 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati preview before placing your bet.

Universitaea Cluj are currently 4th with 39 points after 10 matches.
FC Otelul Galati sit 2nd with 35 points from 9 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Universitaea Cluj to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors FC Otelul Galati, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Universitaea Cluj have one win, while one match ended in a draw.

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

2024-10-18

Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati - Prediction & Odds

Universitaea Cluj

FC Otelul Galati

2024-10-18 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/10/2024

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

19/05/2024 07:30

FC Otelul Galati

0 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

21/04/2024 09:00

FC Otelul Galati

1 - 0

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

18/04/2024 13:30

FC Otelul Galati

2 - 1

Universitaea Cluj

ROMC

17/12/2023 09:00

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 1

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

12/08/2023 11:30

FC Otelul Galati

1 - 1

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

23/05/2015 09:00

FC Otelul Galati

2 - 1

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

Universitaea Cluj

17%

Draw

17%

FC Otelul Galati

67%

Universitaea Cluj Last 6 matches

05/10/2024 09:45

FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia 2 - 2 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

28/09/2024 09:45

CSM Politehnica Iasi 1 - 0 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

22/09/2024 14:30

Universitaea Cluj 1 - 1 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

16/09/2024 14:00

Rapid Bucuresti 0 - 2 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

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

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches FC Otelul Galati

05/10/2024 14:30

FC Otelul Galati 1 - 1 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

28/09/2024 14:30

Rapid Bucuresti 0 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

20/09/2024 14:00

FC Otelul Galati 1 - 1 Dinamo Bucuresti ROM D1

14/09/2024 11:45

Gloria Buzau 0 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

30/08/2024 14:00

FC Otelul Galati 2 - 0 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe ROM D1

23/08/2024 12:00

Petrolul Ploiesti 0 - 0 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

Win

17%

Draw

83%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Played games

Universitaea Cluj

FC Otelul Galati

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.38

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored

Avg. per game

0.95

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.95

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 40 matches

YesNo

28 (70%)12 (30%)

In last 40 matches

NoYes

24 (62%)15 (38%)

Universitaea Cluj

Recent matches

FC Otelul Galati

Under /Over

(68%)27 13(32%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(59%)23 16(41%)

Under /Over

(23%)9 31(77%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(31%)12 27(69%)

Under /Over

(40%)16 24(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(28%)11 28(72%)

/Yes

(50%)20 20(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(36%)14 25(64%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Universitaea Cluj

FC Otelul Galati

Shots

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

12.65 avg / game

Blocked

38 total

Avg. 2.92

FC Otelul Galati

Total shots

11.56 avg / game

Blocked

46 total

Avg. 2.71

Universitaea Cluj Pass FC Otelul Galati

Total passes

17456

Avg. 485 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

56%

Total passes

14335

Avg. 387 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Universitaea Cluj

Played games

FC Otelul Galati

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.44

5.40

216

Corners

183

4.69

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.45

Offsides

0.56

2.65

106

GK saves

2.23

Universitaea Cluj

DISCIPLINARY

FC Otelul Galati

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.58

103

1.97

0.05

0.13

12.70

508

Fouls

543

13.92

16.38

655

Tackles

643

16.49

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How We Build the Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati on 18 October 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.

Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati Form Analysis

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

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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