Arena Nationala
Sunday, 12 November 2023, 22:00
This Sunday, brace yourself as U Craiova 1948 prepares to face off against FCSB in the renowned Arena Nationala. FCSB are favorites in this clash, but can the visitors turn things around? Previews, H2H, expert picks, and odds are provided below.
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FCSB have been in solid form, experiencing only one defeat in their last 11 matches, drawing five and securing five victories. However, their recent game against FC Rapid Bucuresti ended in a tough 2-1 loss. The first half proved challenging as they conceded goals in the 39th and 45+2nd minutes. Despite finding the back of the net in the 65th minute of the second half, they couldn't level the score, ultimately leaving the game empty-handed.
As of now, FCSB occupy a respectable position as league leaders after 15 matches, earning a total of 29 points. They've been productive in front of goal, scoring 31 times while conceding 17.
A standout player for FCSB is forward Darius Olaru, who has been in excellent form, scoring 6 goals and providing 2 assists. His contributions make him a key player for the team, adding firepower to their attacking lineup.
U Craiova 1948
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U Craiova 1948 have faced a challenging run of form, managing only one victory in their last eight matches, with three losses and four draws. In their recent game against Univ. Craiova, the match ended in a 1-1 draw. The first half saw U Craiova 1948 conceding a goal in the 30th minute, but they turned things around in the second half, scoring in the 63rd minute. Unfortunately, their efforts to secure a win were hampered by a red card shown to defender Andrea Padula.
Currently positioned at 14th in the league standings after 15 matches, U Craiova 1948 have accumulated 15 points. They've scored 24 goals but conceded 28, finding themselves in the Liga I relegation group.
A notable performer for U Craiova 1948 is the 32-year-old midfielder, Aurelian Chitu, who has been in good form. Chitu has found the back of the net nine times and provided three assists, making him the leading goalscorer in the league.
H2H
Over the last 10 encounters across various competitions, the clashes between FCSB and U Craiova 1948 have been nothing short of intense. FCSB asserted their dominance, emerging victorious in 8 of these matches, while U Craiova 1948 failed to secure a win in any encounter.
Expert Betting Tips
With the look of things, the league leaders are not in their best form, and this game could potentially end in a draw in the first half with both sides finding the net in the game.
- BTTS for 2.00 odds
- Over 2.5 for 1.72 odds
- HT: X for 2.00 odds