Our CS U Craiova vs Petrolul Ploiesti Prediction: 1-1
CS U Craiova vs Petrolul Ploiesti in the Romania Liga I is scheduled for an 15:30 GMT kick-off on Sunday August 24, 2025. Our analysis suggests a 1-1 stalemate, with both teams capable of scoring, reinforcing BTTS as a valuable choice.
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
CS U Craiova's Last Match – Istanbul Basaksehir vs CS U Craiova
CS U Craiova will hope to extend their good run following a 2-1 UEFA Conference League Qualifying win against Istanbul Basaksehir on August 21. In that match, CS U Craiova recorded 28% possession, firing 9 shots at goal, with 5 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Istanbul Basaksehir | 72% | 7 (4) | 1.13 | 54 |
 CS U Craiova | 28% | 9 (5) | 1.46 | 31 |
Petrolul Ploiesti's Last Match – Petrolul Ploiesti vs AFC Hermannstadt
Petrolul Ploiesti should win to turn things around after settling for a 1-1 Romania Liga I draw against AFC Hermannstadt on August 16. In that match, Petrolul Ploiesti had 46% possession and 6 attempts at goal, with 4 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Petrolul Ploiesti | 46% | 6 (4) | 1.71 | 35 |
 AFC Hermannstadt | 54% | 8 (3) | 0.71 | 52 |
CS U Craiova vs Petrolul Ploiesti Stats
Key Stats
| CS U Craiova | Petrolul Ploiesti | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.32 | Attacking Strength | 0.73 |
| 0.73 | Defence Strength | 0.62 |
| 2.4 | Points Per Game | 1.8 |
| 8/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 0/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 6/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 3/10 |
| 9/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 2.4 | Average Scored | 1.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
CS U Craiova are averaging 2.4 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Petrolul Ploiesti average 1.5 scored and 0.5 conceded per game.
CS U Craiova 24-12
Petrolul Ploiesti 15-5
What are the odds for this match?
CS U Craiova to win: @1.6
Draw: @3.7
Petrolul Ploiesti to win: @5
Over 2.5 Goals: @2.025
Lineups
CS U Craiova (4-3-3) : Silviu Lung, Mihnea Radulescu, Vasile Mogos, Nikola Stevanovic, Florin Stefan, Alexandru Cretu, Anzor Mekvabishvili, Alexandru Cicaldau, Lyes Houri, Steven Nsimba, Luca Basceanu
Petrolul Ploiesti (4-3-3) : Raul Balbarau, Ricardinho, Paul Papp, Yohan Roche, Franjo Prce, Tommi Jyry, Alexandru Mateiu, Paraschiv David, Valentin Gheorghe, Konstantinos Doumtsios, Gheorghe Grozav
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