Our Petrolul Ploiesti vs Otelul Galati Prediction: 1-2
Petrolul Ploiesti vs Otelul Galati in the Romania Liga I is scheduled for an 12:30 GMT kick-off on Saturday November 8, 2025. Our correct score prediction favors a 1-2 away triumph, but considering both teams’ attacking strengths, BTTS is a highly likely scenario.
This Petrolul Ploiesti vs Otelul Galati 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 – Petrolul Ploiesti vs FC Botosani
Petrolul Ploiesti must win as they look to rediscover their winning form following a 0-0 Romania Liga I draw against FC Botosani on November 3. In that match, Petrolul Ploiesti recorded 45% possession, attempting 6 shots on goal, with 3 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Petrolul Ploiesti | 45% | 6 (3) | 0.44 | 36 |
 FC Botosani | 55% | 13 (7) | 1.28 | 49 |
Otelul Galati's Last Match – AFC Hermannstadt vs Otelul Galati
Determined to maintain their recent success, Otelul Galati must win following their 3-1 Romania Liga I victory against AFC Hermannstadt on November 2. In that match, Otelul Galati controlled 72% of possession and managed 11 shots on goal, with 6 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 AFC Hermannstadt | 28% | 7 (3) | 0.65 | 40 |
 Otelul Galati | 72% | 11 (6) | 2.84 | 56 |
Petrolul Ploiesti vs Otelul Galati Stats
Key Stats
| Petrolul Ploiesti | Otelul Galati | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.62 | Attacking Strength | 1.52 |
| 1.07 | Defence Strength | 0.7 |
| 1 | Points Per Game | 1.7 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 4/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 3/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 0.7 | Average Scored | 2.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Petrolul Ploiesti are averaging 0.7 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Otelul Galati average 2.1 scored and 1.0 conceded per game.
Petrolul Ploiesti 7-11
Otelul Galati 21-10
What are the odds for this match?
Petrolul Ploiesti to win: @2.875
Draw: @3
Otelul Galati to win: @2.625
Lineups
Petrolul Ploiesti (3-4-3) : Stefan Krell, Guilherme Soares, Jerome Onguene, Yohan Roche, Ricardinho, Brahima Doukansy, Danel Jordan Dongmo, Robert Salceanu, Tommi Jyry, Adi Chica-Rosa, Gheorghe Grozav
Otelul Galati (4-4-2) : Cosmin Dur Bozoanca, Milen Zhelev, Diego Zivulic, Paul Iacob, Conrado Buchanelli Holz, Daniel Sandu, Joao Paulo, Pedro Nuno, Andrezinho, Paulo Rafael Pereira Araujo, Patrick Fernandes
CS U Craiova 
Dinamo Bucharest 
Rapid Bucuresti 
Universitatea Cluj 
CFR Cluj 
FC Arges Pitesti 
FCSB 
FC Botosani 
ACS UTA Batrana Doamna 
Otelul Galati 
Farul Constanta 
Petrolul Ploiesti 
FK Csikszereda Miercurea Ciuc 
FC Unirea 2004 Slobozia 
AFC Hermannstadt 
Metaloglobus Bucuresti