U. Cluj vs Otelul Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 0
31
O. Bic
scored for U. Cluj
2nd Half3 - 0
48
M. Zhelev
was cautioned
58
D. Codrea
was cautioned
64
A. Ciobanu
was cautioned
65
P. Pinho
was cautioned
74
A. Ciobanu
sent off for a second booking
77
T. Lungu
was cautioned
80
O. Mendy
scored for U. Cluj
89
A. Aliev (Missed Penalty)
missed a penalty for U. Cluj
90+2
A. Aliev (Penalty)
scored from the spot for U. Cluj
Universitatea Cluj welcome Otelul to Cluj Arena on 14 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Romania Liga 1 schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.
Universitatea Cluj prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Otelul aim for structural stability in their setup.
Recent Form
Universitatea Cluj
WLLLW
Otelul
LLDWD
Universitatea Cluj are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.
However, Otelul have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
Recent Form Home/Away
Universitatea Cluj (Home)
WLWWW
Otelul (Away)
LDLD
Universitatea Cluj show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.
A clear home bias is evident in Otelul's recent performances.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Universitatea Cluj
+----
Otelul
---+-
Universitatea Cluj have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Also, Otelul are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Universitatea Cluj (Home)
+----
Otelul (Away)
----
There is little difference in Universitatea Cluj's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Otelul show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Universitatea Cluj
+++++
Otelul
+-+--
Universitatea Cluj's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
In contrast, Otelul show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Much depends on the opponent.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Universitatea Cluj (Home)
+++++
Otelul (Away)
++-+
Universitatea Cluj's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Otelul's away games are significantly higher-scoring than at home.
Scoring Consistency
Universitatea Cluj
+-+++
Otelul
--+++
Universitatea Cluj have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
However, Otelul usually manage to get on the scoresheet. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Universitatea Cluj (Home)
+++++
Otelul (Away)
-+-+
Universitatea Cluj attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.
Otelul's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
Match Information
Referee: Szabolcs Kovacs
Venue: Cluj Arena
U. Cluj vs Otelul Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
2.31
xG
0.31
58
Ball Posession (%)
42
3
Big Chances
0
2
Cautions
4
0
Expulsions
1
12
Shots
6
3
Shots on Goal
2
4
Shots Blocked
1
8
Shots inside Box
4
4
Shots outside Box
2
0
Hit Woodwork
0
14
Fouls
11
3
Corner Kicks
4
2
Saves
0
11
Free Kicks
14
1
Offsides
3
554
Passes Total
389
467
Passes Completed
313
132
Passes in the final 3rd Total
80
101
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
47
27
Touches in the Opposition Box
10
18
Tackles Total
17
14
Tackles Completed
12
20
Clearances
17
12
Crosses Total
12
3
Crosses Completed
3
8
Interceptions
8
U. Cluj vs Otelul Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
1
S. Lefter
1
C. Dur-Bozoanca
27
A. Chipciu
5
H. Sylla
8
D. Codrea
6
P. Iacob
6
I. Cristea
3
G. Christopoulos
24
D. Mikanovic
2
M. Zhelev
94
O. Bic
10
Andrezinho
7
M. Drammeh
39
T. Lungu
29
O. Mendy
17
A. Ciobanu
10
D. Nistor
30
M. Frunza
19
I. Macalou
27
P. Nuno
17
J. Lukic
11
Z. Turbo
U. Cluj vs Otelul H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results