Prediction for match Universitatea Craiova — CFR Cluj, 07.12.2025

Odds and Probability Percentages for the Match Outcome

In Romania's Liga I, Universitatea Craiova will face CFR Cluj on December 7. The odds for a Universitatea Craiova victory are 2.12, a draw is 3.32, and a CFR Cluj win is 3.33. The probability percentages are distributed as follows: Universitatea Craiova - 43.95%, draw - 28.07%, CFR Cluj - 27.98%. Thus, Universitatea Craiova is the favorite according to the odds and probabilities. Based on these assessments, bookmakers expect a closely contested match, with a slight edge for Universitatea Craiova.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Universitatea Craiova played as follows: on December 1, Universitatea Cluj - Universitatea Craiova 0-0, on November 27, Universitatea Craiova - Mainz 05 1-0, on November 21, Argeș Pitești - Universitatea Craiova 1-2. CFR Cluj's last three games were: on November 29, Argeș Pitești - CFR Cluj 3-0, on November 23, CFR Cluj - Rapid Bucharest 3-0, on November 9, Unirea Slobozia - CFR Cluj 0-1. In their last head-to-head on August 3, CFR Cluj lost to Universitatea Craiova 2-3. Over a five-match series, Universitatea Craiova averages 55.8% possession, receives 3 yellow cards, commits 15.6 fouls, and records 1.6 offsides. CFR Cluj averages 49.4% possession, 1.2 yellow cards, 10.8 fouls, and 1.4 offsides per game. These figures show that Universitatea Craiova controls the ball more often and plays more aggressively, while CFR Cluj commits fewer fouls and receives fewer cards.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In the last five matches, Universitatea Craiova has an average total of 1.6 goals per game, while CFR Cluj has 2.4. Universitatea Craiova scores an average of 1 goal and concedes 0.6, while CFR Cluj scores 1 and concedes 1.4. For over 2.5 total goals, Universitatea Craiova hit the over in 2 out of 5, and CFR Cluj in 3 out of 5. In the first half, both teams have 2 out of 5 for over 1.5, while in the second half, Universitatea Craiova never hit over 1.5, and CFR Cluj did in 2 out of 5. Universitatea Craiova most frequently scores and concedes between the 31st and 45th minutes (67% and 60%, respectively), while CFR Cluj most often scores between the 76th and 90th minutes (38%) and concedes evenly across four intervals: 0-15, 16-30, 31-45, and 61-75 (25% each). These data suggest that both teams are capable of scoring, especially in the second half. The odds for both teams to score are 1.74 for 'yes' and 1.98 for 'no'. Given both teams average 1 goal per game, and CFR Cluj often participates in high-scoring matches, betting on both teams to score: yes at 1.74 seems logical, considering the averages for goals, over 2.5 totals, and goal distribution by halves.

Analysis of Corner Totals

Universitatea Craiova averages 5.8 corners per game, CFR Cluj 4.6, totaling 10.4. For over 9.5 corners, Universitatea Craiova hit the over in 3 out of 5, CFR Cluj in 1 out of 5. The line closest to the average total is 9.5, with both outcomes available: over 9.5 corners at 1.82, under 9.5 at 1.89. For corner outcomes, Universitatea Craiova is the favorite with odds of 1.83. The corner statistics indicate high activity from Universitatea Craiova, so expecting at least 10 corners in this match is reasonable. It's also worth noting individual stats: Universitatea Craiova consistently delivers more than 5 corners, while CFR Cluj delivers around 4-5 per match, supporting the trend towards a high corner total.