Our CFR Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti Prediction: 2-1
CFR Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti in the Romania Liga I is scheduled for an 18:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday February 22, 2025. We’re backing a 2-1 home win, but with both sides regularly hitting the scoreboard, BTTS is a strong option for bettors.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Recent Form Insights
CFR Cluj's Last Match – CSM Politehnica Iasi vs CFR Cluj
CFR Cluj will look to build on their last result following a 1-1 Romania Liga I stalemate against CSM Politehnica Iasi on February 16. In that match, CFR Cluj recorded 60% possession, attempting 13 shots on goal, with 7 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CSM Politehnica Iasi | 40% | 7 (6) | 0.96 | 36 |
CFR Cluj | 60% | 13 (7) | 1.25 | 57 |
Petrolul Ploiesti's Last Match – Petrolul Ploiesti vs ACS UTA Batrana Doamna
Petrolul Ploiesti will be eager to respond after suffering a 0-1 Romania Liga I defeat at the hands of ACS UTA Batrana Doamna on February 15. In that match, Petrolul Ploiesti saw 69% of the ball and created 6 goal attempts, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Petrolul Ploiesti | 69% | 6 (3) | 0.6 | 89 |
ACS UTA Batrana Doamna | 31% | 6 (4) | 0.55 | 37 |
CFR Cluj vs Petrolul Ploiesti Stats
Key Stats
| CFR Cluj | Petrolul Ploiesti | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.62 | Attacking Strength | 0.94 |
| 1.23 | Defence Strength | 0.96 |
| 2.2 | Points Per Game | 1 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 2/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 4/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 6/10 |
| 4/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 4/10 |
| 2 | Average Scored | 1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
CFR Cluj are averaging 2.0 goals scored and 0.9 conceded per match, while Petrolul Ploiesti average 1.0 scored and 1.1 conceded per game.
CFR Cluj 20-9
Petrolul Ploiesti 10-11
What are the odds for this match?
CFR Cluj to win: @1.571
Draw: @3.6
Petrolul Ploiesti to win: @5.5
Lineups
CFR Cluj (4-3-3) : Otto Hindrich, Simao Rocha, Leo Bolgado, Matei Cristian Ilie, Mario Camora, Meriton Korenica, Damjan Djokovic, Alexandru Paun, Beni Nkololo, Louis Munteanu, Virgiliu Postolachi
Petrolul Ploiesti (4-1-4-1) : Raul Balbarau, Ricardinho, Paul Papp, Marian Huja, Denis Razvan Radu, Tidiane Keita, Valentin Gheorghe, Alexandru Mateiu, Tommi Jyry, Gheorghe Grozav, Christian Irobiso