CFR Cluj vs FC Oţelul Galaţi Prediction: A closely contested game expected

CFR Cluj and Otelul are set to face off at the Stadionul Dr. Constantin Rădulescu on Monday. This historical trend of low-scoring displays between the two teams adds an interesting dimension to the upcoming fixture and could result in a closely contested and defensive battle. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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CFR Cluj have exhibited consistent and strong form in the league right from the start of the season. They have managed to remain unbeaten in 10 out of their 12 league matches so far. With this impressive record, the team are heading into their upcoming fixture against an unpredictable Otelul side with high morale.

In their recent matches, CFR Cluj had a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Dinamo Bucuresti, which followed a convincing 3-0 victory over Sepsi. Currently, they sit in the second position on the league table, having amassed 26 points from 12 games. Their offensive prowess is evident, with 25 goals scored, and defensively they have conceded only 12 goals. CFR Cluj are trailing the league leaders, FCSB, by just three points, setting up an intriguing title race.

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Otelul approach their upcoming match following a recent 1-0 defeat to Farul, which marked their first loss in their last 10 games across all competitions. Impressively, Otelul have maintained a robust form, particularly when playing away from home, boasting an eight-game unbeaten streak on the road.

As it stands, Otelul occupy the 9th position on the league table, having accumulated 14 points from 12 games. Their offensive performance has seen them score 10 goals, while their defense has proven to be one of the league's best, conceding just 10 goals. This defensive solidity bodes well for Otelul as they aim to continue their positive run and maintain their strong league position.

Over the period spanning from 2010 to the present day, CFR Cluj and Otelul have crossed paths a total of 11 times. In these encounters, CFR Cluj emerged victorious in 7 of the matches, while Otelul secured the win on 3 occasions, and 1 game concluded with a draw.

The most recent meeting between these two sides concluded with a 1-0 victory in favor of CFR Cluj. Notably, the last three matches they contested against each other ended with the same scoreline, 1-0, all in favor of CFR Cluj.

Given the recent trend of 1-0 scorelines in the last three matches between these two sides, it's reasonable to anticipate a similar outcome in their upcoming clash. Additionally, considering the visitor's strong defensive record, having conceded only 10 goals, which is one of the best in the league, it suggests that the number of goals scored in this fixture is likely to be relatively low.

With these factors in mind, it's conceivable that the hosts may secure a narrow victory in a low-scoring encounter, aligning with the historical pattern and the defensive strength displayed by the visiting team.

• Under 2.5 for 1.80 odds
• BTTS-NO for 1.60 odds
• Correct Score: 1-0 for 5.50 odds