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Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Cluj

Expert Analysis: Petrolul Ploiesti vs Universitatea Cluj

This match between Petrolul Ploiesti and Universitatea Cluj is anticipated to be a tactical encounter, with both teams likely focusing on defensive strategies. The odds suggest a cautious approach from both sides, especially in the first half. The high probability of “Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half” at 94.50 indicates that neither side is expected to break the deadlock early on. Additionally, the likelihood of “Under 5.5 Cards” at 73.00 suggests disciplined play, minimizing bookings.

Petrolul Ploiesti

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Universitatea Cluj

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Date: 2025-12-14
Time: 13:30
(FT)
Venue: Stadionul Ilie Oana
Score: 0-1

Prediction Breakdown

  • Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: With an odds of 94.50, it’s highly probable that neither team will score in the first half.
  • Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half: At 77.60, there’s a strong chance Petrolul Ploiesti will remain goalless in the opening period.
  • Under 5.5 Cards: With odds of 73.00, fewer cards are expected, indicating disciplined play.
  • Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: Odds of 66.50 suggest Petrolul Ploiesti might struggle to find the net in the second half as well.
  • Away Team To Score In 2nd Half: At 68.60, Universitatea Cluj is more likely to score in the latter part of the match.
  • Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: Odds stand at 68.40 for a goalless second half.
  • Under 4.5 Cards: At odds of 63.50, this further supports expectations of a disciplined game with fewer bookings.
  • First Goal After 30+ Minutes: With odds at 60.30, it’s likely that any goals scored will come after the initial phase of play.
  • Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: Odds are set at 56.00 for Universitatea Cluj not scoring early on.
  • Both Teams Not to Score: The overall likelihood stands at 56.70 for a draw without goals throughout the match.
  • Last Goal After 73+ Minutes: At odds of 55.30, late goals are anticipated if any occur.
  • Drawing in First Half: A draw by halftime is also pegged at odds of 55.30.
  • Total Goals Under/Over Predictions:
    The match is expected to have under or over certain goals with “Under 2.5 Goals” at odds of 56.70 and “Over 1.5 Goals” at odds of 57.50 reflecting a low-scoring game overall given an average total goal prediction of just over two (2.57).

    Average goals scored and conceded reflect this low-scoring expectation: Petrolul Ploiesti scores around an average of one goal (1.37) while conceding slightly more (2.30), indicating defensive vulnerabilities but limited offensive prowess.

Cards Prediction

  • Average Yellow Cards: The match might see approximately two yellow cards being shown (average: 2.19).

    This aligns with expectations for disciplined play throughout the match as suggested by card-related predictions such as “Under” categories for cards.
  • Average Red Cards: The likelihood remains relatively low with an average red card prediction sitting at just under one (0.86), further supporting expectations for controlled gameplay.