Universitatea Craiova vs Petrolul Ploiesti: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 March

Universitatea Craiova

W W W D W

6th place in Romania Liga I

0 - 1

31/03/2023 14:00

Petrolul Ploiesti

W L L L L

8th place in Romania Liga I

Romania Liga I

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Universitatea Craiova vs Petrolul Ploiesti on 31 March 2023 (kick-off: 14:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Universitatea Craiova vs Petrolul Ploiesti preview before placing your bet.

Universitatea Craiova are currently 6th with 40 points after 29 matches.
Petrolul Ploiesti sit 8th with 36 points from 30 matches.
Head-to-head history favors Universitatea Craiova, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Petrolul Ploiesti have 2 wins, 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

STANDINGS UP TO 31/03/2023

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

01 Farul Constanta	64	30	19	7	4	54	28	26
02 CFR Cluj	63	30	20	3	7	54	28	26
03 FC Steaua Bucuresti	57	30	17	6	7	51	35	16
04 CS Universitatea Craiova	54	30	16	6	8	37	27	10
05 Rapid Bucuresti	52	30	15	7	8	40	26	14
06 Universitatea Craiova	40	29	11	7	11	34	29	5
07 Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe	39	29	10	9	10	43	30	13
08 Petrolul Ploiesti	36	30	11	3	16	28	44	-16
09 FC Voluntari	34	30	8	10	12	28	32	-4
10 Universitaea Cluj	34	30	8	10	12	25	37	-12
11 Hermannstadt	32	30	11	8	11	30	29	1
12 Chindia Targoviste	32	30	7	11	12	32	42	-10
13 FC Botosani	32	30	7	11	12	29	44	-15
14 UTA Arad	27	30	6	9	15	29	41	-12
15 Arges	27	30	6	9	15	21	41	-20
16 CS Mioveni	22	30	4	10	16	23	45	-22

Head To Head

18/12/2022 08:30

Petrolul Ploiesti

1 - 1

Universitatea Craiova

ROM D1

06/12/2022 13:00

Petrolul Ploiesti

0 - 1

Universitatea Craiova

ROMC

19/08/2022 14:00

Universitatea Craiova

0 - 1

Petrolul Ploiesti

ROM D1

21/09/2021 11:45

Petrolul Ploiesti

0 - 1

Universitatea Craiova

ROMC

25/10/2020 09:00

Petrolul Ploiesti

0 - 1

Universitatea Craiova

ROM D2

25/09/2013 13:30

Universitatea Craiova

0 - 1

Petrolul Ploiesti

ROMC

Universitatea Craiova

50%

Draw

17%

Petrolul Ploiesti

33%

Universitatea Craiova Last 6 matches

20/03/2023 11:59

Universitatea Craiova 3 - 0 CS Mioveni ROM D1

16/03/2023 15:00

Sepsi OSK Sfantul Gheorghe 4 - 0 Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

12/03/2023 15:00

Hermannstadt 1 - 0 Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

04/03/2023 11:00

Universitatea Craiova 1 - 0 FC Botosani ROM D1

28/02/2023 11:59

Chindia Targoviste 0 - 0 Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

24/02/2023 11:59

Universitatea Craiova 2 - 1 CS Mioveni ROM D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Petrolul Ploiesti

25/03/2023 06:00

Petrolul Ploiesti 1 - 1 Dinamo Bucuresti INT CF

17/03/2023 14:30

Petrolul Ploiesti 1 - 0 UTA Arad ROM D1

11/03/2023 11:30

Arges 0 - 1 Petrolul Ploiesti ROM D1

05/03/2023 09:30

Petrolul Ploiesti 0 - 1 CS Universitatea Craiova ROM D1

02/03/2023 14:00

FC Steaua Bucuresti 4 - 1 Petrolul Ploiesti ROM D1

27/02/2023 14:00

Petrolul Ploiesti 2 - 5 CFR Cluj ROM D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Romania Liga I

Played games

Universitatea Craiova

Petrolul Ploiesti

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.22

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.05

Scored

Avg. per game

0.95

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.36

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 41 matches

YesNo

29 (71%)12 (29%)

In last 41 matches

NoYes

26 (67%)13 (33%)

Universitatea Craiova

Recent matches

Petrolul Ploiesti

Under /Over

(63%)26 15(37%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(64%)25 14(36%)

Under /Over

(32%)13 28(68%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(23%)9 30(77%)

Under /Over

(32%)13 28(68%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)14 25(64%)

/Yes

(49%)20 21(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(36%)14 25(64%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Universitatea Craiova

Petrolul Ploiesti

Shots

Universitatea Craiova

Total shots

10.88 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Petrolul Ploiesti

Total shots

8.10 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Universitatea Craiova Pass Petrolul Ploiesti

Total passes

9047

Avg. 431 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

8136

Avg. 387 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Universitatea Craiova

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Universitatea Craiova

OTHERS

Universitatea Craiova

Played games

Petrolul Ploiesti

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.32

Clean sheets

0.33

5.34

219

Corners

135

3.46

14.07

577

Throw-ins

570

14.62

1.68

Offsides

1.69

2.49

102

GK saves

115

2.95

Universitatea Craiova

DISCIPLINARY

Petrolul Ploiesti

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.00

2.13

0.10

0.21

11.24

461

Fouls

441

11.31

0.76

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Universitatea Craiova vs Petrolul Ploiesti Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Universitatea Craiova vs Petrolul Ploiesti on 31 March 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.

Universitatea Craiova vs Petrolul Ploiesti Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Universitatea Craiova'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 Universitatea Craiova and Petrolul Ploiesti sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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