FCSB vs UTA Arad Prediction: The hosts will win

FCSB will continue their quest to win the Romania Liga I title when they play host to UTA Arad at the Arena Nationala on Monday. Previews, H2H, expert picks, and odds are provided below.

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FCSB are in great form, after securing victories in 6 out of their recent 9 matches, with 2 losses and 1 draw in all competitions. In their latest clash against Poli Iasi, they triumphed with a 3-1 win on the away turf. The first half was a rollercoaster, with FCSB taking an early lead in the 16th minute, only to be equalized by Poli Iasi in the 26th minute. Undeterred, FCSB showcased their strong attacking prowess, reclaiming the lead in the 32nd minute. In the second half, they sealed the deal with a late goal in the 84th minute, securing all three points as they headed home.

Currently, FCSB comfortably sit at the top of the league standings with 44 points from 21 matches. They've been potent in front of goal, scoring 38 times, while conceding 20 goals.

One standout player for FCSB is Darius Olaru, a 25-year-old forward. With an impressive record of scoring 10 goals and providing 2 assists, Olaru's good form could prove instrumental in turning the tide in favor of his team in upcoming matches.

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UTA Arad have faced challenges in recent times, with 3 losses, 4 draws, and 3 wins in their last 10 matches across all competitions. In their recent clash against Univ. Craiova, they ended with a 2-2 draw. The first half witnessed UTA Arad scoring twice in the 3rd and 7th minutes, with another goal in the 40th minute, though it was ruled out by VAR due to an offside. However, they conceded a goal in the late stoppage time at 45+1. In the second half, Univ. Craiova missed a penalty in the 55th minute but later leveled the score in the 76th minute, resulting in both teams sharing the points.

Currently positioned in the 12th spot in the relegation zone, UTA Arad has secured 24 points from 21 matches, scoring 23 times and conceding 28 goals. Claudiu Micovschi, a 24-year-old forward on loan from Rapid Bucuresti, has been a standout performer for UTA Arad. He has scored 5 times in good form and provided 1 assist, making him a key player in the team's efforts.

In their recent history of 10 face-offs spanning various competitions, FCSB and UTA Arad have been involved in intense battles. Out of these clashes, FCSB emerged victorious in 5 matches, while UTA Arad claimed triumph in 2 encounters. The remaining 3 matchups concluded in draws. The most recent showdown between the two teams concluded in a 2-1 victory in favor of UTA Arad.

FCSB hold the advantage in the upcoming clash, boasting the best form in the league. In their recent head-to-head encounters, they have secured victory in 5 out of the last 10 matches, with 3 ending in draws. Anticipate a high-scoring affair, as the last 5 games in their head-to-head matchups have seen over 2.5 goals.

• Over 2.5 for 1.82 odds
• W1/W1 for 1.93 odds
• BTTS for 2.04 odds