FC Rapid Bucureşti vs CFR Cluj Prediction: Both sides are evenly matched

FC Rapid Bucureşti are set to host CFR Cluj at the Superbet Arena-Giulești on Monday, marking the final game of Round 10 in the Romania Liga I. This promises to be an exciting matchup between the two teams. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

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FC Rapid Bucureşti have been on an impressive run, remaining undefeated in their last 4 games, which include 3 wins and 1 draw. In their recent match against Otelul, they were held to a goalless draw, with a goal from Funsho Bamgboye disallowed after a VAR review in the 58th minute. Before this draw, they secured victories over Din. Bucuresti (4-0), U Craiova 1948 (5-3), and Farul (3-1).

Their current form has propelled them to the 4th position on the table with 15 points from 9 games. They've been productive in front of goal, scoring 18 times, while their defense has conceded 10 goals. FC Rapid Bucureşti will aim to maintain their strong performance to continue their climb up the league standings.

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CFR Cluj are in an impressive run of form, having won their last 5 consecutive matches in all competition. In their most recent victory against Petrolul, Bel Durel Avounou scored in the 12th minute to secure the win. It's worth noting that the four matches prior to their last game involving CFR Cluj saw both teams score (BTTS) and over 3.5 goals being scored, indicating high-scoring and competitive contests.

This season, CFR Cluj seem to have improved upon their performance compared to the previous season. They currently occupy the 2nd position on the table with 19 points from 8 games. They've been productive in front of goal, scoring 18 times, while their defense has conceded 8 goals. Their strong form and position in the standings suggest they are in good shape for the current campaign.

In the 12 meetings between FC Rapid Bucureşti and CFR Cluj from 2012 to the present, FC Rapid Bucureşti have emerged victorious 5 times, CFR Cluj have won 4 times, and they've played to a draw on 3 occasions. In their most recent encounter, FC Rapid Bucureşti secured a 3-1 win over CFR Cluj.

Given the competitive history and rivalry between FC Rapid Bucureşti and CFR Cluj, it's certainly possible that the first half of the game could end in a draw with both teams scoring a goal each at full-time.

• HT: X for 2.10 odds
• Under 2.5 for 2.00 odds
• BTTS for 1.83 odds