Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 December

Universitaea Cluj

L L W L D

4th place in Relegation Quarter

0-1

17/12/2023 09:00

FC Otelul Galati

D W L W L

2nd place in Relegation Quarter

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati on 17 December 2023 (kick-off: 09:00) 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 33 points after 9 matches.
FC Otelul Galati sit 2nd with 36 points from 9 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Universitaea Cluj to win with probability 49%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Universitaea Cluj and FC Otelul Galati have each won 2 of the last 6 meetings, 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

09:00

2023-12-17

Universitaea Cluj vs FC Otelul Galati - Prediction & Odds

Universitaea Cluj

FC Otelul Galati

2023-12-17 09:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/12/2023

Championship Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Steaua Bucuresti	49	10	5	2	3	12	11	1
02 CFR Cluj	46	10	6	1	3	19	14	5
03 CS Universitatea Craiova	44	10	6	1	3	18	14	4
04 Farul Constanta	36	10	4	2	4	19	20	-1
05 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	34	10	3	3	4	17	17	0
06 Rapid Bucuresti	32	10	1	1	8	13	22	-9

Relegation Quarter	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 UTA Arad	37	9	5	2	2	15	11	4
02 FC Otelul Galati	36	9	6	1	2	11	7	4
03 Hermannstadt	34	9	4	2	3	13	7	6
04 Universitaea Cluj	33	9	3	3	3	12	10	2
05 Petrolul Ploiesti	29	9	3	2	4	8	14	-6
06 CSM Politehnica Iasi	27	9	3	1	5	7	8	-1
07 FC Botosani	25	9	4	2	3	11	11	0
08 Dinamo Bucuresti	25	9	2	4	3	10	12	-2
09 FC Voluntari	24	9	2	4	3	11	10	1
10 Universitatea Craiova	22	9	1	3	5	8	16	-8

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Steaua Bucuresti	64	30	19	7	4	53	28	25
02 Rapid Bucuresti	55	30	15	10	5	55	32	23
03 CFR Cluj	53	30	15	8	7	54	29	25
04 CS Universitatea Craiova	49	30	13	10	7	47	38	9
05 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	43	30	12	7	11	43	34	9
06 Farul Constanta	43	30	11	10	9	37	38	-1
07 Universitaea Cluj	42	30	10	12	8	35	38	-3
08 Hermannstadt	40	30	9	13	8	36	31	5
09 UTA Arad	40	30	10	10	10	36	43	-7
10 Petrolul Ploiesti	35	30	7	14	9	29	32	-3
11 FC Otelul Galati	34	30	6	16	8	31	36	-5
12 CSM Politehnica Iasi	33	30	7	12	11	33	44	-11
13 Universitatea Craiova	31	30	9	4	17	43	50	-7
14 Dinamo Bucuresti	29	30	8	5	17	22	41	-19
15 FC Voluntari	28	30	6	10	14	31	49	-18
16 FC Botosani	21	30	3	12	15	30	52	-22

Head To Head

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

29/11/2014 11:59

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 0

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

19/12/2013 11:59

Universitaea Cluj

1 - 0

FC Otelul Galati

ROM D1

27/07/2013 11:59

FC Otelul Galati

2 - 1

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

08/05/2013 11:00

FC Otelul Galati

0 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

Universitaea Cluj

33%

Draw

33%

FC Otelul Galati

33%

Universitaea Cluj Last 6 matches

11/12/2023 14:45

Dinamo Bucuresti 0 - 1 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

06/12/2023 13:00

FC Botosani 0 - 4 Universitaea Cluj ROMC

03/12/2023 10:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 1 Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

27/11/2023 14:30

Rapid Bucuresti 2 - 3 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

11/11/2023 08:00

Universitaea Cluj 0 - 0 Petrolul Ploiesti ROM D1

05/11/2023 09:00

Universitaea Cluj 1 - 2 FC Voluntari ROM D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches FC Otelul Galati

12/12/2023 11:00

FC Otelul Galati 2 - 3 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe ROM D1

07/12/2023 14:45

Dinamo Bucuresti 3 - 3 FC Otelul Galati ROMC

03/12/2023 15:00

FC Steaua Bucuresti 0 - 2 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

26/11/2023 12:30

FC Otelul Galati 1 - 3 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

13/11/2023 14:30

UTA Arad 2 - 4 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

03/11/2023 11:59

CSM Politehnica Iasi 1 - 1 FC Otelul Galati ROM D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

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

1.20

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.17

Scored

Avg. per game

1.05

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.13

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 41 matches

YesNo

29 (71%)12 (29%)

In last 41 matches

NoYes

31 (78%)9 (23%)

Universitaea Cluj

Recent matches

FC Otelul Galati

Under /Over

(61%)25 16(39%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)27 13(32%)

Under /Over

(32%)13 28(68%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(25%)10 30(75%)

Under /Over

(34%)14 27(66%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)13 27(67%)

/Yes

(46%)19 22(54%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)21 19(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Universitaea Cluj

FC Otelul Galati

Shots

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.07 avg / game

Blocked

134 total

Avg. 3.72

FC Otelul Galati

Total shots

9.53 avg / game

Blocked

79 total

Avg. 2.26

Universitaea Cluj Pass FC Otelul Galati

Total passes

18590

Avg. 465 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

14326

Avg. 358 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Universitaea Cluj

Played games

FC Otelul Galati

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.38

4.98

204

Corners

159

3.98

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.32

Offsides

1.50

2.17

GK saves

2.15

Universitaea Cluj

DISCIPLINARY

FC Otelul Galati

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.98

111

2.78

0.07

0.10

12.78

524

Fouls

640

16.00

17.46

716

Tackles

701

17.53

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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 17 December 2023 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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