Petrolul Ploiesti vs CFR Cluj Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Petrolul Ploiesti vs CFR Cluj Prediction: 1-2

Petrolul Ploiesti vs CFR Cluj in the Romania Liga I is scheduled for an 17:30 GMT kick-off on Monday October 20, 2025. A 1-2 win for the visitors is our expected outcome, though BTTS looks like a solid alternative given both teams’ recent scoring form.

This Petrolul Ploiesti vs CFR Cluj prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Petrolul Ploiesti's Last Match – FC Arges Pitesti vs Petrolul Ploiesti

Determined to maintain their recent success, Petrolul Ploiesti must win following their 1-0 Romania Liga I victory against FC Arges Pitesti on October 4. In that match, Petrolul Ploiesti recorded 40% possession, attempting 5 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
FC Arges Pitesti	60%	8 (1)	0.98	80
Petrolul Ploiesti	40%	5 (3)	0.47	33

CFR Cluj's Last Match – CFR Cluj vs AFC Hermannstadt

CFR Cluj must win to build on their momentum after securing a hard-fought 2-1 Romania Liga I victory over AFC Hermannstadt in their last outing. In that match, CFR Cluj controlled 50% of possession and managed 11 shots on goal, with 6 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
CFR Cluj	50%	11 (6)	-	51
AFC Hermannstadt	50%	6 (1)	-	33

Petrolul Ploiesti vs CFR Cluj Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Petrolul Ploiesti are averaging 0.7 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while CFR Cluj average 1.5 scored and 2.3 conceded per game.

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