A football match between CFR Cluj and FCSB of the Liga 1 will take place in Romania on Sunday, December 10th, 2023, at 18:00h (UTC), 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, that will try to help the team achieve a positive result.
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 2.65 goals per match.
CFR Cluj last match
In the last match they played, CFR Cluj collected a draw. The opposing team was Rapid Bucuresti, and the match – which ended with the result of 0-0 – was valid for Romania Cup.
In the previous analysis the draw was among the logical results of this match, especially because it was expected a fairly even game between both teams and had odds around 3.20.
FCSB last match
On the other hand, the visiting team arrives at this match after a defeat in the last round. In a dispute valid for Liga 1, FCSB, who used a 4-1-4-1 formation, faced the Otelul team with a final score of 0-2.
They were defeated despite having all the favoritism before the match. A lost match that was not in anyone’s plans, a result that counted with odds of 4.75.
CFR Cluj vs FCSB h2h
The last time CFR Cluj went up against FCSB, it was in Liga 1. CFR Cluj, ranked 3rd place, started with a 3-5-2 tactic, while FCSB, then in 1st place, was charged with a 4-3-3 formation.
The last face-to-face between these two clubs was on 06-08-2023 in a Liga 1 match of the 2023/2024 season. On that occasion, the match ended with a 1-0 win for FCSB.
The last match between these two clubs was a seesaw battle to the end.
The FCSB team has accomplished more consistent results in the past five games, than CFR Cluj its counterpart.
CFR Cluj
Liga 1 leaderboard now
The CFR Cluj team with 32 points currently occupies the 2nd place of the leaderboard, being in the qualifying place for the Championship Round, with a campaign of 9 wins, 5 draws and 4 losses.
This means that in the 19th round, the Universitatea Craiova team is closing in at 3rd place, with no points difference separating them.
CFR Cluj analysis
After 18 matches, CFR Cluj shows a positive goal difference: in fact, the team has scored 31 goals and conceded 18.
Taking the fight or in this case, the game to your opponent’s prove unwise for this team, having won 3 games as the visiting team, compared to their record of 6 wins, 0 losses, and 3 draws playing in their home base.
Best goalscorer from CFR Cluj
At the individual level in the team’s offensive line, we have to highlight Philip Otele. With 6 goals on his own, the Attacker has been instrumental in helping the CFR Cluj team achieving several victories this season.
FCSB
Liga 1 leaderboard now
The FCSB team with 37 points currently occupies the 1st place of the leaderboard, being in the qualifying place for the Championship Round, with a campaign of 11 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses.
FCSB analysis
Currently, in the Liga 1, FCSB sums 31 goals for and a total of 18 goals against, after 18 rounds played.
This is a top 5 team in the Liga 1 that wants to keep up with the good performances!
Ball possession above 50% usually enables teams to gain some control over their opponents. This is why the FCSB team typically tries to achieve an average ball possession of 55.44% to control the game.
With a balance of 6 wins, 1 loss, and 2 draws in the Liga 1, FCSB playing away usually gives opponents slim chances of beating them.
Best goalscorer from FCSB
Individually, the team’s most offensive player in the competition so far is Darius Olaru. The Midfielder has scored 7 times in the current season and has helped FCSB come out with a positive result on several occasions.
It should also be noted that 2 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 leading 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 6 goals in the competition. On the other hand, the leading scorer of FCSB is Darius Olaru, he has scored in 7 opportunities.
FCSB has conceded 9 away goals in 9 away matches. Here the recommended bet will be that FCSB will have a clean sheet, remember that the last time these teams met the score was 1-0, something to take into consideration.
For those looking to bet, noting that most goals occur 75-90 minutes into the game could be helpful.
Since FCSB has an average of 2 goals per game when playing away from home, and they often do not concede goals away from home, the under 2.5 goals can also be an excellent alternative to consider.
Currently, at Bet365, the odds for the Total Goals Under 2.5 market are quoted at 1.65.
Corners Top Betting Tips
Good betting results could be obtained if one notes that there is an average of 5.11 corners per game.
Cards Top Betting Tips
These teams together have a combined average of 5.11 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 December 10th, 2023, 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 1-0 result for FCSB.
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.
