CFR Cluj vs FCSB Prediction: The clash of the week

Stadionul Dr. Constantin Rădulescu will host the clash between CFR Cluj and FCSB this Sunday. CFR Cluj will be determined to narrow the 5-point gap between them and the league leaders, FCSB. Below are previews, H2H, expert betting tips, and odds.

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CFR Cluj are going through a tough spell, with no wins in their last 6 matches across all competitions, drawing 4 and losing 2. Their recent face-off against Univ. Craiova ended in a 1-0 defeat. The first half was uneventful, but the second half turned disappointing as they conceded in the late 90th minute, failing to dominate the game stats.

In the current standings, CFR Cluj hold the second position with 32 points from 18 matches, scoring 31 goals and conceding 18. They are just 5 points behind the league leaders. A notable player for CFR Cluj is 24-year-old forward Philip Otele, who has found the back of the net 6 times and provided 4 assists, making him a standout performer for the team.

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FCSB are on a good streak, with 4 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses in their last 10 matches across all competitions. In their recent game against Otelul, things didn't go well as they suffered a 0-2 loss at home. The first half saw an early setback with a goal conceded in the 9th minute. Despite efforts, they couldn't level the score by halftime. In the second half, another goal against them in the 64th minute dashed their hopes of a comeback, giving away maximum points on their home turf.

In the league standings, FCSB hold the top spot, sitting 5 points ahead of the second-place team. They've accumulated 37 points in 18 matches, scoring 31 times and conceding 18.

In the past 7 league showdowns between CFR Cluj and FCSB, the matches have been nothing short of thrilling. CFR Cluj clinched triumph in just one of these clashes. On the flip side, FCSB celebrated victories in five matches, while one ended in a draw. The latest meeting ended with a 1-0 victory favoring FCSB.

FCSB are my top pick for the game. They've been in great shape lately. They're determined to earn more points this time, building on their impressive track record. In their recent seven games, they've won five and had one end in a draw. When CFR Cluj and FCSB go head-to-head, they tend to produce fewer goals, with 6 out of their last 7 matches resulting in a low-scoring clash. In the league, CFR Cluj have been consistent in keeping the goals limited, not going beyond 1 goal in their last 3 games.

• Under 2.5 for 1.66 odds
• BTTS-NO for 1.87 odds
• W2 for 2.80 odds