Cluj vs Universitatea Craiova Match Preview & Recent FormsMatch Preview & Recent Forms
The upcoming meeting between Cluj and Universitatea Craiova takes place at Dr. Constantin Radulescu on 08 May 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Romania Liga 1, Championship Group. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Cluj prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Universitatea Craiova tend to play with an attacking mindset.
Recent Form
Cluj
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Universitatea Craiova
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Cluj are in flying form, dominating recent fixtures. Confidence should be high going into the next match.
Similarly, Universitatea Craiova have been one of the most in-form sides lately, performing consistently at a high level. Opponents will need to be on guard against their current form.
Recent Form Home/Away
Cluj (Home)
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Universitatea Craiova (Away)
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There is little difference in Cluj's performance across venues.
Universitatea Craiova show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Cluj
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Universitatea Craiova
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Cluj have shown solid organisation at the back in recent matches. They look fairly disciplined in defence.
However, Universitatea Craiova have been extremely solid at the back, regularly keeping opponents out. Opponents are finding it hard to break them down.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Cluj (Home)
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Universitatea Craiova (Away)
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Cluj's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Universitatea Craiova show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Cluj
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Universitatea Craiova
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Cluj have been involved in low-scoring games recently. Breaking down games has been a challenge.
Meanwhile, Universitatea Craiova's matches have generally been low-scoring affairs. They often prioritise defensive structure.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Cluj (Home)
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Universitatea Craiova (Away)
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Cluj's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.
Only small differences appear in Universitatea Craiova's match tempo home versus away.
Scoring Consistency
Cluj
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Universitatea Craiova
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Cluj show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Similarly, Universitatea Craiova have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Cluj (Home)
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Universitatea Craiova (Away)
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Cluj's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.
Universitatea Craiova's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
On average Cluj scores 1 and concedes 0.3 goals in home matches, while Universitatea Craiova averagely scores 0.7 and concedes 1.3 goals in away matches.
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Cluj vs Universitatea Craiova Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
On average Cluj scores after every 16.4 shots, while Universitatea Craiova gets averagely 8.2 shots in a game.
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Cluj vs Universitatea Craiova Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Cluj fielded the below lineup in the last match against Universitatea Cluj: Popa; Camora, Huja, Sinyan, Braun; Keita, Muhar; Biliboc, Paun, Korenica; Aliev
In their last match against Arges starting lineup of Universitatea Craiova was the following: Popescu; Screciu, Rus, Romanchuk; Bancu, Mekvabishvili, Cicaldau, Mora; Teles, Al-Hamlawi, Matei
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