CFR Cluj vs Petrolul Prediction: A low-scoring affairs expected

CFR Cluj will continue their fine form in the league on Monday when they welcome Petrolul to the Stadionul Dr. Constantin Rădulescu. The game will definitely be interesting, but the home team are clear favorites. Previews, H2H, expert tips, and odds are provided below.

CFR Cluj

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CFR Cluj have made a strong start to their Liga I campaign, collecting seven points from their first three home games at Stadionul Dr. Constantin Rădulescu. They are coming off a convincing away win against Voluntari, where Otele, Juričić, and Muhar (2) were among the goal scorers. This victory extended their winning streak to four games.

At home, CFR Cluj have been solid, conceding only two goals in their league matches while scoring six in front of their home fans. They currently sit second in the league table with 16 points from seven games, having scored 17 goals and conceded 8.

Otele, the 24-year-old Nigerian forward, is in good form, having scored in three consecutive games. He has notched four goals and one assist this season, proving his worth since being signed as a free agent from UTA Arad. Otele will be a player to watch in the upcoming clash.

Petrolul

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Petrolul 52 have had a decent start to their Liga I away matches, accumulating 5 points from their first 3 games on the road. In their previous league game, they played to a 2-2 draw at home against Otelul, despite initially holding a 2-0 lead. Before that, they secured a 1-1 draw at Dinamo Bucuresti's stadium.

Petrolul 52 have been on an unbeaten streak in their last 6 games in all competitions, winning 4 and drawing 2. Scoring goals has been key to their success, even away from home, as they've netted 4 goals in 3 league away games. Defensively, they've been relatively solid on their travels, conceding only 2 times in those 3 matches.

Currently occupying the fifth position in the league table, Petrolul 52 has amassed 13 points from 8 games, scoring 14 goals and conceding 12. They will aim to continue their strong form as they face CFR Cluj.

Possible Starting 11

CFR Cluj - Razvan Sava(GK), Vasile Mogos, Arlind Ajeti, M. Paulino Karlo Muhar, Panagiotis Tachtsidis, Lovro Cvek, Bel Durel Avounou Philip Otele, Daniel Birligea.

Petrolul - Lukas Zima(GK), Paul Papp, G. Garutti, V. Ticu Seniko Romeo Doua, G. Grozav, J. Silva, Takayuki Seto, Sergiu Catalin Hanca, Alexandru Marian Musi, Zoran Petrovic.

Expert Betting Tips

CFR Cluj have a great record of defensive strength in front of their home fans, conceding only two goals this season. So, I expect the home side to win right from the start and also keep a clean sheet.

• BTTS-NO for 1.67 odds
• HT: W1 for 2.00 odds
• Under 2.5 for 1.88 odds