Universitaea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 29 August

Prediction

Universitaea Cluj

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4th place in Romania Liga I

? - ?

29/08/2026 09:00

Petrolul Ploiesti

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5th place in Romania Liga I

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti on 29 August 2026 (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 Petrolul Ploiesti preview before placing your bet.

Universitaea Cluj will face Petrolul Ploiesti in Romania Liga I on August 29, 2026 at 09:00.
Universitaea Cluj are currently 4th with 3 points after 1 matches.
Petrolul Ploiesti sit 5th with 3 points from 1 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 29/08/2026

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

01 CS Universitatea Craiova	3	1	1	0	0	4	0	4
02 FCSB	3	1	1	0	0	2	0	2
03 FC Otelul Galati	3	1	1	0	0	2	1	1
04 Universitaea Cluj	3	1	1	0	0	2	1	1
05 Petrolul Ploiesti	3	1	1	0	0	1	0	1
06 FC Botosani	1	1	0	1	0	2	2	0
07 FC Voluntari	1	1	0	1	0	2	2	0
08 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
09 FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
10 Corvinul Hunedoara	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
11 Rapid Bucuresti	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
12 CFR Cluj	0	1	0	0	1	1	2	-1
13 Farul Constanta	0	1	0	0	1	1	2	-1
14 Dinamo Bucuresti	0	1	0	0	1	0	1	-1
15 Arges	0	1	0	0	1	0	2	-2
16 UTA Arad	0	1	0	0	1	0	4	-4

Universitaea Cluj Last 6 matches

19/07/2026 21:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 1 Farul Constanta

Romania Liga I

17/07/2026 00:30

Universitaea Cluj 0 - 0 Dynamo Kyiv

UEFA Europa League

13/07/2026 00:30

CS Universitatea Craiova 1 - 1 Universitaea Cluj

Romania Super Cup

10/07/2026 00:00

Dynamo Kyiv 0 - 0 Universitaea Cluj

UEFA Europa League

03/07/2026 16:00

Universitaea Cluj 0 - 3 Nyiregyhaza

International Club Friendly

02/07/2026 16:35

Universitaea Cluj 0 - 3 Vojvodina Novi Sad

International Club Friendly

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Petrolul Ploiesti

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

30/06/2026 19:00

Olimpia Grudziadz 4 - 1 Petrolul Ploiesti

International Club Friendly

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

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

Universitaea Cluj

Petrolul Ploiesti

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored

Avg. per game

0.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

1 (50%)1 (50%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

0 (0%)1 (100%)

Universitaea Cluj

Recent matches

Petrolul Ploiesti

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 2(100%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

Under /Over

(50%)1 1(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(0%)0 1(100%)

/Yes

(50%)1 1(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(0%)0 1(100%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Universitaea Cluj

Petrolul Ploiesti

Shots

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.50 avg / game

Blocked

4 total

Avg. 4.00

Petrolul Ploiesti

Total shots

8.00 avg / game

Blocked

1 total

Avg. 1.00

Universitaea Cluj Pass Petrolul Ploiesti

Total passes

492

Avg. 492 / game

Accurate

87%

Ball possession

45%

Total passes

241

Avg. 241 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

32%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Universitaea Cluj

Played games

Petrolul Ploiesti

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.50

Clean sheets

1.00

4.00

Corners

3.00

23.00

Throw-ins

14.00

1.00

Offsides

3.00

5.00

GK saves

3.00

Universitaea Cluj

DISCIPLINARY

Petrolul Ploiesti

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.00

4.00

0.00

0.00

12.50

Fouls

11.00

4.00

Tackles

9.00

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How We Build the Universitaea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti on 29 August 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 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 Petrolul Ploiesti 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 Petrolul Ploiesti'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 Petrolul Ploiesti sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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