CFR Cluj and FCSB going to face each other on April 14th, 2024, Sunday at 18:00h (UTC), in a game counting for the Liga 1 in Romania, check the CFR Cluj vs FCSB betting tip 2023/2024 to win with your bets.
Stadium and City where CFR Cluj vs FCSB will occur
The game is set to be played in the small Stadionul CMC stadium, in the city of Cluj-Napoca, with a capacity for 23500 spectators, who hope to help the team to surprise in this match.
Where to follow the live game
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Introduction to the CFR Cluj vs FCSB betting tip 2023/2024
In the current edition of the Liga 1, we can see a growth in the average goals. While last season the tournament had an average of 2.39 goals per match, now the competition has an average of 2.54 goals per match.
CFR Cluj last match
CFR Cluj comes from a win in the last match played. On that occasion the opponent was Rapid Bucuresti, in a match valid for Liga 1, and the match ended 1-4. Coach A. Mutu’s team lined up with this formation: 4-3-3.
The forecast was that the match between the two teams would be quite close, hence the home win had odds of 3.60.
FCSB last match
On the other hand, the visiting team arrives at this match after a victory in the last round. In a dispute valid for Liga 1, FCSB, who used a 4-3-3 formation, faced the Universitatea Craiova team with a final score of 2-0.
Prior to the match the odds were 1.57, making clear the team’s favoritism, which was later confirmed with the positive result.
CFR Cluj vs FCSB h2h
CFR Cluj was in 2nd place in the Liga 1 while FCSB was in 1st place, the last time these teams faced each other. CFR Cluj team entered the field with the 4-3-3 formation, the same tactic FCSB used in the match.
Their last Liga 1 game of 2023/2024 season which took place on 10-12-2023 game ended in a staggering 1-1 draw.
Last time a draw between these teams, what to expect now?
The FCSB team in the last five matches has achieved more regular results, with a total of 4 wins, compared to the CFR Cluj team, which won only 2 matches.
CFR Cluj
The CFR Cluj team with 53 points currently occupies the 3rd place of the leaderboard, being in the qualifying place for the Championship Round, with a campaign of 15 wins, 8 draws and 7 losses.
In the 4th round, Rapid Bucuresti, that is in the 2nd place, has a small advantage of 2 points.
CFR Cluj analysis
CFR Cluj after 3 rounds shows a very good goal quotient: in fact, it has scored 54 goals and conceded only 29 to opponents.
Having won 5 games away from home compared to matches played at home which gave them a record of 10 wins, 1 loss, and 4 draws prove the team is stronger when paying in their own yard.
CFR Cluj has demonstrated their offensive prowess by scoring 54 times with 3086 attacks, while FCSB has only scored 53 times with 3035 attacks.
Best goalscorer from CFR Cluj
At the individual level in the team’s offensive line, we have to highlight Philip Otele. With 13 goals on his own, the Attacker has been instrumental in helping the CFR Cluj team achieving several victories this season.
FCSB
The FCSB team with 64 points currently occupies the 1st place of the leaderboard, being in the qualifying place for the Championship Round, with a campaign of 19 wins, 7 draws, and 4 losses.
FCSB analysis
We have reached matchday 3 in Liga 1 and at the moment FCSB has made 53 goals and conceded 28.
As we approach the Championship Round, FCSB is gearing up for another gripping match. In the opening game, the team managed 5.6 shots on target, offering a glimpse into their offensive capabilities.
This is a top 5 team in the Liga 1 that wants to keep up with the good performances!
An average ball possession of 54.57% is what the FCSB team usually tries in their attempt to control the game. This is because teams with ball possession above 50% can typically exert some control over their opponents.
Chances of winning against FCSB who playing away has a balance of 9 wins, 2 losses, and 4 draws in the Liga 1, are very slim.
Best goalscorer from FCSB
When we analyze the team’s attack so far, the competition’s performance at the individual level Florinel Coman is the player to highlight. Helping FCSB with 16 goals scored this season, the Attacker has been instrumental in achieving positive outcomes.
It should also be noted that 3 of the goals scored by the player were from the penalty spot.
Historical data: FCSB
With 26 titles won in the history of the tournament, the FCSB team is one of the competition’s top names. The record of the team will impact the final outcome of the match, and it will not be the first time the team has managed to impress their opponents with a win at a time when they are in bad shape.
Bet suggestions for this game:
Goals Top Betting Tips
It can also be interesting to bet on who will score in this match. The featured player of CFR Cluj is Philip Otele, who has already scored 13 goals in the competition. On the other hand, the leading scorer of FCSB is Florinel Coman, he has scored in 16 opportunities.
75-90 minutes into the game is where most goals occur, a good time to bet if one is following the live game.
Taking into consideration that FCSB scores an average of 1.8 goals per match when playing away, we should consider the under 2.5 betting market, especially because this team usually does not concede goals when playing out of their stadium.
Currently, at Bet365, the odds for the Total Goals Under 2.5 market are quoted at 1.73.
Corners Top Betting Tips
By combining the number of corners of both teams, we can see an average of 5.12 corners per game, also a market to explore to obtain good results in sports betting.
Cards Top Betting Tips
CFR Cluj has an average of 12.5 yellow cards per game over the 3 rounds, while FCSB has an average of 19.2. In other words, these teams together are averaging 42.33 yellow cards per match. Therefore, it might be a good option to bet on the ‘Over 4.5 cards’ option in this duel.
In games like these, the players are usually nervous and sometimes even aggressive due to the tension that this rivalry involves. Therefore, a good option is to bet that the match will have an above average number of cards or that at least one red card will be shown.
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CFR Cluj vs FCSB betting tip 2023/2024: FAQ
The match will be played on April 14th, 2024, Sunday.
The match will take place at the Stadionul CMC stadium in Cluj-Napoca.
The last time these teams faced each other was in Liga 1 match, referring to the 2023/2024 season, and ended with a 1-1 draw.
For this match, the probability indicates that the net is more likely to swing between 75-90 minutes.
The bookmaker with the best odds for this match is Bet365.
When analyzing football matches, it’s important to consider a variety of factors such as team form, injuries and suspensions, head-to-head records, home and away form, and tactical matchups. You can find all this information and more on Betarena. You should also take into account any external factors such as weather conditions, the importance of the match, and team motivation.
Yes, statistics can be a useful tool when analyzing football matches for betting purposes. At Betarena, we provide access to a wealth of statistical information such as team and player form, goals scored and conceded, possession percentage, shots on target, and corner kicks. However, it’s important to not rely solely on statistics and to also consider the subjective factors mentioned earlier.
