FC Hermannstadt vs CFR Cluj Prediction: Both sides will net

On monday FC Hermannstadt will host CFR Cluj at the Stadionul Municipal. Both sides look prepared to get the win and below are preview, H2H, expert tips and odds.

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FC Hermannstadt are currently on a remarkable run of 13 unbeaten games, with 4 wins and 9 draws across various competitions. In their recent match against Otelul, the first half ended goalless, but they managed to break the deadlock with an own goal in the 70th minute. Sadly, they couldn't secure a victory as they conceded in the 89th minute, ultimately sharing the points.

In the league standings, FC Hermannstadt currently sit in 5th place with 20 points from 14 matches. They've netted 22 goals while conceding 15, trailing the league leader by 11 points.

A rising star for the team is 24-year-old midfielder Daniel Paraschiv, who has contributed significantly with 6 goals and 2 assists. His performance could be the key to turning the tides in FC Hermannstadt's favor in the upcoming matches.

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CFR Cluj are on a remarkable streak, with just one loss in their last 12 matches across all competitions. They've won 9 games and drawn 2, showcasing their impressive form. In their recent match against Farul Constanta, the first half was evenly matched, with CFR Cluj conceding in the 24th minute but quickly equalizing in the 31st minute. The second half saw a brilliant turnaround, with Karlo Muhar scoring a brace, finding the back of the net in the 63rd minute, followed by another goal just 5 minutes later, assisted by Philip Otele, the talented Nigerian forward.

In the league standings, CFR Cluj currently sit in 2nd place, a mere one-point behind the top team. They've collected 30 points, scoring an impressive 28 goals while conceding just 13 in 14 league matches.

Philip Otele has been a prolific scorer for CFR Cluj, with 5 goals and 4 assists. His fitness and performance could be a game-changer for his team in the upcoming matches.

In their most recent 11 meetings across all competitions, FC Hermannstadt and CFR Cluj have engaged in fierce battles on the field. Among these encounters, FC Hermannstadt clinched victory in just 1 match, while CFR Cluj celebrated triumph in 7 contests. The remaining 3 matches ended in draws. Their latest showdown resulted in a 3-2 victory for CFR Cluj, solidifying their continued dominance in this ongoing rivalry between the two teams.

Considering the recent league trends and their head-to-head history, the upcoming match seems poised for a high-scoring showdown. CFR Cluj seem to hold the upper hand, given their past encounters and their strong position in the league title race, with just a one-point difference from the top team.

Nonetheless, both teams have shown their scoring prowess, raising the anticipation of an exciting and closely contested game with a flurry of goals expected.

• W2 for 2.08 odds
• Over 2.5 for 2.12 odds
• BTTS for 1.88 odds