Universitatea Cluj vs Rapid Bucuresti - Liga 1
Fixture Preview - 13 September 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Universitatea Cluj hosts Rapid București at Cluj Arena this Saturday, with both teams aiming to solidify their positions in Liga 1. Cluj's recent form shows a mixed bag, with two draws and three losses in their last five matches, suggesting a struggle to find consistent momentum. In contrast, Rapid București arrives with a more encouraging record, boasting three wins and two draws in their last five outings. This disparity in form could play a significant role in the match, as Rapid seeks to extend their unbeaten streak against a Cluj side that has been inconsistent at home. Historically, the head-to-head record between these two teams indicates a competitive rivalry, with both sides winning four times in their last ten encounters. However, Cluj's home advantage could be pivotal, especially considering their need to bounce back from recent setbacks. A key angle to watch will be whether Cluj can exploit their home ground to disrupt Rapid's rhythm, particularly in a match where both teams have shown vulnerabilities in defence. Expect a closely contested affair, with the potential for both teams to find the net based on their recent scoring trends.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Universitatea Craiova | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 16 |
| 2 |  Rapid Bucuresti | 7 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 15 |
| 3 |  UTA Arad | 7 | 3 | 4 | 0 | 13 |
| 4 |  Unirea Slobozia | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11 |
| 5 |  Farul Constanța | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| 6 |  Botoşani | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 7 |  Universitatea Cluj | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 8 |  Dinamo Bucureşti | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 9 |
| 9 |  Argeş | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9 |
| 10 |  Petrolul 52 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 24, 2025 | Universitatea Cluj | 2–2 | Rapid Bucuresti | Liga 1 |
| April 19, 2025 | Rapid Bucuresti | 0–2 | Universitatea Cluj | Liga 1 |
| February 1, 2025 | Universitatea Cluj | 2–1 | Rapid Bucuresti | Liga 1 |
| September 16, 2024 | Rapid Bucuresti | 0–2 | Universitatea Cluj | Liga 1 |
| November 27, 2023 | Rapid Bucuresti | 2–3 | Universitatea Cluj | Liga 1 |
| July 23, 2023 | Universitatea Cluj | 0–3 | Rapid Bucuresti | Liga 1 |
| January 27, 2023 | Universitatea Cluj | 0–0 | Rapid Bucuresti | Liga 1 |
| August 30, 2022 | Rapid Bucuresti | 1–0 | Universitatea Cluj | Liga 1 |
| January 27, 2021 | Rapid Bucuresti | 1–0 | Universitatea Cluj | Club Friendlies 4 |
| April 4, 2015 | Universitatea Cluj | 1–0 | Rapid Bucuresti | Liga 1 |