FCSB (FC Steaua Bucharest)

Football Romania - Liga I Arena Nationala Sun 18 May 01:00

CS Universitatea Craiova

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  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Squads
  6. Table

Take FCSB to Land Victory

FCSB look like an attractive bet at 1.95 and we think they can beat Universitatea Craiova. We’ll place this Full-Time Result wager with confidence and there’s plenty of juice in the available price.

Goalless Draw in Last H2H Battle

FCSB got a fourth consecutive victory in their last game. It was a 2-0 away win at Cluj Arena when playing Universitatea Cluj. Elias Charalampous' men had most of the ball recording 57% possession and six shots on target, while Marius Stefanescu grabbed the goals.

Universitatea Craiova drew 2-2 in their previous game. This was at home at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco against CFR Cluj. The Lions from Bănie boasted 63% possession and recorded four shots on goal, with Alexandru Mitrita scoring twice.

FCSB have not lost to U Craiova in the past three games, with the last clash seeing a 0-0 draw played out at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco. The previous 10 H2H games have ended in five FCSB victories, four draws and a solitary win for U Craiova.

Liga I G W D L GF GA GD GD P
1 FCSB logo FCSB 9 7 2 0 17 8 9 17:8 51
4 U Craiova logo U Craiova 9 3 2 4 11 10 1 11:10 37
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FCSB – Last 10 League Games

7 wins and 3 draws, averaging 1.7 goals from 4.2 shots on goal and 10.9 attempts. FCSB have had 49.6% possession, 367.9 passes and 5.2 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 0.8 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 10.9 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 5.5 corners.

Juri Cisotti leads the way with 4 goals, Daniel Birligea has 3, with Marius Stefanescu and two others on 2. Leading assistor is Risto Radunovic with 4.

Universitatea Craiova – Last 10 League Games

U Craiova have 4 victories, 4 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 10.6 attempts, 4.8 shots on goal and 1.2 goals. Mirel Radoi's side average 54.5% possession, 439.0 passes, 6.2 corners awarded and 5.5 corners against them, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 2.9 shots on goal and 9.5 attempts.

Alexandru Mitrita got 6 goals, Anzor Mekvabishvili notched 2, while Vasile Mogos and two other players scored 1. Stefan Baiaram has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 3.

Confirmed Lineups

FCSB confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Stefan Tarnovanu (GK), Valentin Cretu, Baba Alhassan, Mihai Popescu, Risto Radunovic, Vlad Chiriches, Adrian Sut, Juri Cisotti, Florin Tanase, Octavian Popescu, Daniel Birligea.

Universitatea Craiova confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Silviu Lung Jr. (GK), Vasile Mogos, Denil Maldonado, Gjoko Zajkov, Nicusor Bancu, Anzor Mekvabishvili, Vladimir Screciu, Carlos Mora, Alexandru Mitrita, Stefan Baiaram, Alisson Safira.

Expert Liga I Analysis

A good deal of research goes into our football picks. We start by studying the latest form and getting a handle on injuries. The key stats can then be used as the missing piece of the jigsaw.

Key FCSB vs Universitatea Craiova league stats:

  • FCSB have won 4 consecutive games.
  • FCSB have won 7 of their last 10 games.
  • FCSB have won 13 of their last 20 games.
  • U Craiova have lost 3 of their last 5 games on the road.

FCSB vs Universitatea Craiova Prediction

There are several reasons to back FCSB, especially considering that you can get value odds of 1.95. We think that the favourites will have too much in hand for this Liga I encounter.

If you’re expecting a win for FCSB, then consider ways to boost your odds. There are lots of Asian Handicap lines, while you can also combine this pick with the total number of goals.

FCSB to Win Probability

The latest betting odds imply that our pick has a 51.3% prospect of winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 55-60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

Our Pick

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Correct Score Prediction

FCSB FCSB logo 1 - 0 U Craiova logo U Craiova

We’re betting on FCSB to secure a 1-0 winning scoreline. Odds of 7.00 can be taken and it’s great fun to predict a correct score and hopefully land a winner.

Player Props

Top Pick: Juri Cisotti to Score 4.80 bet365 logo

Juri Cisotti (FCSB) has registered three goals in his past five Liga I games. We’re happy to take the 4.80 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

Latest Juri Cisotti Player Prop Odds

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Corners Prediction

FCSB Under 5.5 Corners 1.73 bet365 logo

FCSB have failed to cover the 5.5 corners line in six consecutive matches, with Universitatea Craiova conceding under 5.5 corners in their past two games. The FCSB Team Corners line could be on the high side based on the latest stats and 1.73 is available to back.

Corner Stats

League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
FCSB Logo FCSB
Total
10.70 5.20 5.50
Home
10.10 6.10 4.00
Away
9.40 5.40 4.00
U Craiova Logo U Craiova
Total
11.70 6.20 5.50
Home
9.60 6.00 3.60
Away
10.20 4.70 5.50

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FCSB vs Universitatea Craiova Bet Builder Tips

Full-Time Result FCSB 1.95
Total Goals Under 2.5 1.62
Team Corners FCSB Under 5.5 1.73

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FCSB vs Universitatea Craiova Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

FCSB Full-Time Odds Suggest Victory

The bookies betting odds have FCSB as 2.25 favourites for this Liga I clash, implying that they are 44% likely to win the match. Universitatea Craiova are the 2.90 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.

A tight game could be on the cards and that is reflected in the short odds about Under 2.5 Goals being scored. As long as one team or more fail to score, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market will pay out at 1.83.

Should you want to back FCSB to win this Liga I match, then there is 1.67 available on the Draw No Bet market, with Universitatea Craiova chalked at 2.10.

Daniel Birligea Heads First Goalscorer Market

There is 3.40 available that Daniel Birligea finds the net anytime, while the favourite to score the first goal is on offer at 5.80.

Player Goals

Daniel Birligea (FCSB)
First
5.80
Anytime
3.40
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Alexandru Mitrita (U Craiova)
First
6.75
Anytime
3.65
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Jordan Gele (FCSB)
First
6.75
Anytime
3.90
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Octavian George Popescu (FCSB)
First
6.75
Anytime
3.90
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Team Stats

FCSB logo FCSB League Stats

Universitatea Craiova logo Universitatea Craiova League Stats

Full-Time Result

  • 7 wins, 0 defeats and 3 draws in previous 10 matches
  • 7 wins, 0 defeats and 3 draws in previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

  • 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 away matches

Goals

Goals

Corners

Corners

Possession

Possession

Top Scorers & Assists

Top Scorers & Assists

Team News

It’s important to be as informed as possible, with the FCSB vs U Craiova team news helping you find out who is available for the next game.

FCSB vs Universitatea Craiova Lineups

FCSB Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

U Craiova Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

FCSB Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

32 Stefan Tarnovanu
2 Valentin Cretu 42 Baba Alhassan 17 Mihai Popescu 33 Risto Radunovic
21 Vlad Chiriches 8 Adrian Sut
31 Juri Cisotti 7 Florin Tanase 10 Octavian Popescu
9 Daniel Birligea
33 Silviu Lung Jr.
19 Vasile Mogos 3 Denil Maldonado 26 Gjoko Zajkov 11 Nicusor Bancu
5 Anzor Mekvabishvili 6 Vladimir Screciu
17 Carlos Mora 28 Alexandru Mitrita 10 Stefan Baiaram
9 Alisson Safira

U Craiova Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

FCSB Substitutes

  • 11David Miculescu
  • 12David Kiki
  • 15Marius Stefanescu
  • 16Mihai Lixandru
  • 18Malcom Edjouma
  • 22Mihai Toma
  • 23Ionut Cercel
  • 25Alexandru Baluta
  • 27Darius Olaru
  • 38Lukas Zima
  • 39Jordan Gele
  • 90Alexandru Stoian

U Craiova Substitutes

  • 8Takuto Oshima
  • 12Basilio Ndong
  • 14Lyes Houri
  • 21Laurentiu Popescu
  • 22Iago Carracedo
  • 23Mihai Capatina
  • 24Jovo Lukic
  • 27David Barbu
  • 31Stefan Bana
  • 32Relu Stoian
  • 37Teodor Luta
  • 39Robert Lapadatescu

Previous FCSB Lineups

12 May Liga I
U Cluj 0-2 FCSB
06 May Liga I
FCSB 3-1 Dinamo Bucharest
28 Apr Liga I
Rapid Bucharest 1-2 FCSB
21 Apr Liga I
FCSB 3-2 CFR Cluj
14 Apr Liga I
U Craiova 0-0 FCSB
06 Apr Liga I
FCSB 1-0 U Cluj

Previous Universitatea Craiova Lineups

11 May Liga I
U Craiova 2-2 CFR Cluj
03 May Liga I
U Craiova 1-2 Rapid Bucharest
27 Apr Liga I
U Cluj 2-1 U Craiova
22 Apr Liga I
Dinamo Bucharest 0-2 U Craiova
14 Apr Liga I
U Craiova 0-0 FCSB
08 Apr Liga I
CFR Cluj 2-0 U Craiova

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Superliga Championship Group Season

# Team G W D L +/- P
1 FCSB 9 7 2 0 17:8 51
2 CFR Cluj 8 3 3 2 12:9 39
3 U Cluj 9 4 0 5 10:13 38
4 U Craiova 9 3 2 4 11:10 37
5 Rapid Bucharest 8 2 3 3 9:11 32
6 Dinamo Bucharest 9 1 2 6 9:17 31
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 FCSB 5 4 1 0 11:6 13
2 CFR Cluj 4 3 1 0 7:2 10
3 U Cluj 4 2 0 2 5:7 6
4 U Craiova 4 1 2 1 6:4 5
5 Rapid Bucharest 4 1 0 3 3:6 3
6 Dinamo Bucharest 5 0 2 3 3:8 2