Universitaea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 24 May

Universitaea Cluj

W W L L W

4th place in Championship Playoffs

2-2

24/05/2025 11:00

Rapid Bucuresti

L L W D L

5th place in Championship Playoffs

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti on 24 May 2025 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Universitaea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti preview before placing your bet.

Universitaea Cluj are currently 4th with 39 points after 10 matches.
Rapid Bucuresti sit 5th with 33 points from 10 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Universitaea Cluj to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors Universitaea Cluj, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Rapid Bucuresti 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

11:00

2025-05-24

Universitaea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti - Prediction & Odds

Universitaea Cluj

Rapid Bucuresti

2025-05-24 11:00

STANDINGS UP TO 24/05/2025

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

19/04/2025 13:00

Rapid Bucuresti

0 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

01/02/2025 14:00

Universitaea Cluj

2 - 1

Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

16/09/2024 14:00

Rapid Bucuresti

0 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

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

Universitaea Cluj

67%

Draw

17%

Rapid Bucuresti

17%

Universitaea Cluj Last 6 matches

16/05/2025 14:00

Dinamo Bucuresti 1 - 3 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

11/05/2025 13:30

Universitaea Cluj 0 - 2 FC Steaua Bucuresti ROM D1

03/05/2025 14:00

CFR Cluj 1 - 0 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

26/04/2025 13:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 1 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

19/04/2025 13:00

Rapid Bucuresti 0 - 2 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

12/04/2025 13:00

Universitaea Cluj 2 - 4 Dinamo Bucuresti ROM D1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Rapid Bucuresti

12/05/2025 14:00

Dinamo Bucuresti 0 - 0 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

02/05/2025 13:30

CS Universitatea Craiova 1 - 2 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

27/04/2025 14:00

Rapid Bucuresti 1 - 2 FC Steaua Bucuresti ROM D1

23/04/2025 12:30

Hermannstadt 2 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti ROMC

19/04/2025 13:00

Rapid Bucuresti 0 - 2 Universitaea Cluj ROM D1

14/04/2025 13:30

CFR Cluj 1 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti ROM D1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

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

230

Avg. per game

0.77

Conceded

180

Avg. per game

0.61

Scored

239

Avg. per game

0.80

Conceded

186

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 297 matches

YesNo

156 (53%)141 (47%)

In last 297 matches

NoYes

167 (56%)132 (44%)

Universitaea Cluj

Recent matches

Rapid Bucuresti

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Universitaea Cluj

Rapid Bucuresti

Shots

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.29 avg / game

Blocked

318 total

Avg. 3.46

Rapid Bucuresti

Total shots

11.45 avg / game

Blocked

343 total

Avg. 3.73

Universitaea Cluj Pass Rapid Bucuresti

Total passes

64582

Avg. 458 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

58620

Avg. 419 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Universitaea Cluj

297

Played games

Rapid Bucuresti

299

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.34

102

Clean sheets

0.32

4.44

1318

Corners

1357

4.54

5.71

1697

Throw-ins

1478

4.94

0.65

194

Offsides

258

0.86

1.49

443

GK saves

626

2.09

Universitaea Cluj

DISCIPLINARY

Rapid Bucuresti

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.01

598

543

1.82

0.07

0.09

7.64

2269

Fouls

2492

8.33

6.04

1794

Tackles

1845

6.17

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How We Build the Universitaea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti on 24 May 2025 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 Rapid Bucuresti 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 Rapid Bucuresti'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 Rapid Bucuresti sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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