Universitaea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 09 May

Universitaea Cluj

L L W W L

2nd place in Championship Playoffs

1-0

09/05/2026 14:00

Rapid Bucuresti

L L L L D

5th place in Championship Playoffs

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Universitaea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti on 09 May 2026 (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 Rapid Bucuresti preview before placing your bet.

Universitaea Cluj will face Rapid Bucuresti in Romania Liga I on May 9, 2026 at 14:00.
Universitaea Cluj are currently 2nd with 46 points after 10 matches.
Rapid Bucuresti sit 5th with 34 points from 10 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.90.

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

2026-05-09

Universitaea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti - Prediction & Odds

Universitaea Cluj

Rapid Bucuresti

2026-05-09 14:00

STANDINGS UP TO 09/05/2026

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

01 CS Universitatea Craiova	50	10	6	2	2	12	6	6
02 Universitaea Cluj	46	10	6	1	3	13	11	2
03 CFR Cluj	43	10	4	4	2	8	7	1
04 Dinamo Bucuresti	39	10	3	4	3	13	12	1
05 Rapid Bucuresti	34	10	1	3	6	8	14	-6
06 Arges	32	10	1	4	5	6	10	-4

Playoffs	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 UTA Arad	39	9	5	2	2	14	7	7
02 FCSB	37	9	4	2	3	13	9	4
03 FC Otelul Galati	35	9	4	2	3	17	15	2
04 FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc	33	9	5	2	2	11	8	3
05 FC Botosani	33	9	3	3	3	13	17	-4
06 Hermannstadt	25	9	3	4	2	13	10	3
07 Farul Constanta	25	9	1	3	5	8	11	-3
08 Petrolul Ploiesti	25	9	2	3	4	9	15	-6
09 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia	22	9	2	3	4	11	13	-2
10 Metaloglobus	16	9	2	4	3	10	14	-4

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 CS Universitatea Craiova	60	30	17	9	4	53	27	26
02 Rapid Bucuresti	56	30	16	8	6	47	30	17
03 Universitaea Cluj	54	30	16	6	8	48	27	21
04 CFR Cluj	53	30	15	8	7	49	40	9
05 Dinamo Bucuresti	52	30	14	10	6	42	28	14
06 Arges	50	30	15	5	10	37	28	9
07 FCSB	46	30	13	7	10	48	40	8
08 UTA Arad	43	30	11	10	9	39	44	-5
09 FC Botosani	42	30	11	9	10	37	29	8
10 FC Otelul Galati	41	30	11	8	11	39	32	7
11 Farul Constanta	37	30	10	7	13	39	37	2
12 Petrolul Ploiesti	32	30	7	11	12	24	31	-7
13 FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc	32	30	8	8	14	30	58	-28
14 FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia	25	30	7	4	19	27	46	-19
15 Hermannstadt	23	30	5	8	17	29	50	-21
16 Metaloglobus	12	30	2	6	22	25	66	-41

Head To Head

05/04/2026 13:30

Rapid Bucuresti

1 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

31/01/2026 14:00

Rapid Bucuresti

0 - 2

Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

12/09/2025 14:00

Universitaea Cluj

0 - 0

Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

24/05/2025 11:00

Universitaea Cluj

2 - 2

Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

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

Rapid Bucuresti

17%

Draw

33%

Universitaea Cluj

50%

Universitaea Cluj Last 6 matches

02/05/2026 13:30

Universitaea Cluj 1 - 0 Arges

ROM D1

25/04/2026 13:30

CFR Cluj 1 - 0 Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

21/04/2026 12:30

Arges 1 - 1 Universitaea Cluj

ROMC

18/04/2026 14:00

Dinamo Bucuresti 2 - 1 Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

13/04/2026 14:30

Universitaea Cluj 4 - 0 CS Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

05/04/2026 13:30

Rapid Bucuresti 1 - 2 Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Rapid Bucuresti

26/04/2026 14:00

Dinamo Bucuresti 3 - 1 Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

19/04/2026 14:00

CS Universitatea Craiova 1 - 0 Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

13/04/2026 11:30

Rapid Bucuresti 0 - 0 Arges

ROM D1

05/04/2026 13:30

Rapid Bucuresti 1 - 2 Universitaea Cluj

ROM D1

20/03/2026 15:45

CFR Cluj 1 - 0 Rapid Bucuresti

ROM D1

14/03/2026 15:00

Rapid Bucuresti 3 - 2 Dinamo Bucuresti

ROM D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

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

Rapid Bucuresti

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.78

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.60

Scored

Avg. per game

0.70

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.70

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 40 matches

YesNo

21 (53%)19 (48%)

In last 40 matches

NoYes

22 (55%)18 (45%)

Universitaea Cluj

Recent matches

Rapid Bucuresti

Under /Over

(65%)26 14(35%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)31 9(22%)

Under /Over

(25%)10 30(75%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)13 27(67%)

Under /Over

(38%)15 25(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(48%)19 21(52%)

/Yes

(45%)18 22(55%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(55%)22 18(45%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Universitaea Cluj

Rapid Bucuresti

Shots

Universitaea Cluj

Total shots

11.78 avg / game

Blocked

116 total

Avg. 3.41

Rapid Bucuresti

Total shots

12.97 avg / game

Blocked

160 total

Avg. 4.10

Universitaea Cluj Pass Rapid Bucuresti

Total passes

17749

Avg. 444 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

17365

Avg. 445 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Universitaea Cluj

Played games

Rapid Bucuresti

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.30

4.73

189

Corners

202

5.05

22.25

890

Throw-ins

850

21.25

0.68

Offsides

1.13

2.93

117

GK saves

114

2.85

Universitaea Cluj

DISCIPLINARY

Rapid Bucuresti

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.90

1.83

0.10

0.03

10.73

429

Fouls

446

11.15

9.55

382

Tackles

390

9.75

NEXT MATCHES

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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 09 May 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 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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