CS U Craiova vs Argeș: match statistics
CS U Craiova vs Argeș: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
CS U Craiova played against Argeș in Liga I (Romania). The game was played on August 9, 2026. Venue: Stadionul Ion Oblemenco (Craiova). Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
CS U Craiova has 2 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.00 points per game. Argeș has 2 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
CS U Craiova scores 3.00 goals per game and allows 1.67. Argeș scores 0.67 and allows 0.67. Games in this league average 2.68 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 33% of CS U Craiova's games and 0% of Argeș's. The Over 2.5 rates are 100% and 0%, compared with league averages of 43% for BTTS and 50% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
CS U Craiova has the higher season xG average, 1.86 to 1.66 per game. CS U Craiova takes 16.0 shots per game, while Argeș takes 15.0.
First-half and second-half trends
CS U Craiova leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 2.33 goals per game after halftime. Argeș leads at halftime in 33% and scores 0.33 after halftime.
When the teams score
CS U Craiova's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (3 goals). For Argeș, it is minutes 16-30 (1 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga I games average 2.68 goals. Both teams score in 43% of games, and 50% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 4 previous meetings were available. The record was 3 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 2.25 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
CS U Craiova have won both of their home matches so far, scoring an average of 4 goals and conceding none, in stark contrast to Argeș’s solitary 0:2 away defeat. At home, the hosts create chances worth an average of 2.23 xG, record 19.5 shots and 7.5 shots on target per match, while averaging 64% possession compared with their opponents’ 56%. Despite a high average away xG of 2.14, Argeș have yet to score on the road, with 100% of their away matches ending without a goal and a shot conversion rate of zero. Craiova’s defense restricts opponents to just 0.88 xG, while the visitors concede an average of 2 goals and 1.38 xG away from home. Argeș’s stronger trend across their last five matches, featuring 2 wins and 2 draws, slightly reduces confidence in the prediction; however, the home-and-away data clearly point to a home win.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The stronger signal points to BTTS - No, as in the current seasonal data, both teams have recorded 0% of matches with goals scored by both sides. Craiova kept a clean sheet in 100% of these matches and conceded an average of 0.0 goals, while Argeș failed to score in 100% of their appearances, with an average of 0.0 goals scored. The hosts should nevertheless have good conditions to find the net, as Argeș concede an average of 2.0 goals, while Craiova produce an xG of 1.43. The last five matches indicate some risk to the pick, as BTTS occurred in 40% of matches for both teams, although Argeș scored only 1.0 goal per game during this period. Despite the visitors’ higher xG of 2.14, their lack of attacking efficiency so far and Craiova’s extremely solid defense make the scenario in which at least one side fails to score more likely.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
CS U Craiova have averaged 2.2 goals scored over their last five matches, while Argeș have conceded 1.0 goal per game during this period, pointing to a clear chance of the hosts finding the net. At the same time, Argeș have averaged just 1.0 goal scored in their last five outings, while the hosts have allowed opponents to score an average of 1.6 goals. The xG figures are moderately attacking: Craiova created an average of 1.63 xG, while Argeș recorded 1.46 xG, although Craiova’s defense allowed opponents just 1.19 xG. Season data shows that both teams had 100% of their matches finish below 3.5 goals, and Argeș have failed to score in any of their away matches so far. The projected total of 2.65 goals allows for a three-goal outcome but gives the strongest edge to the Under 3.5 goals option.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
The most likely HT/FT outcome is a draw at half-time followed by a CS U Craiova win, as the hosts are averaging 3.0 points per home match, while Argeș have yet to earn a point away from home and concede an average of 2.0 goals. The first half could nevertheless be evenly balanced: in their last five matches, Craiova were trailing at the break in 60% of cases, whereas Argeș were level at half-time in 40% of their games. After the interval, the hosts’ advantage should grow, as they have averaged 1.6 goals in the second half across their last five appearances compared with Argeș’s 0.8, while their second-half goal difference stands at +5 versus +2 for their opponents. In addition, Craiova have kept a clean sheet in 100% of their home matches so far, while Argeș have failed to score in every away fixture, further supporting the scenario of a late turnaround in the hosts’ favor.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| CS U Craiova | Argeș | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 42% | 33% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.45 | 0.13 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
CS U Craiova is 348% better for: goals scored per game.
3 goals / game - CS U Craiova · 0.67 goals / game - Argeș
Argeș is 149% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.67 goals / game - CS U Craiova · 0.67 goals / game - Argeș
CS U Craiova scores in 100% of games (3 of 3 games), while Argeș keeps a clean sheet in 67% (2 of 3 games).
Argeș scores in 67% of games (2 of 3 games), while CS U Craiova keeps a clean sheet in 67% (2 of 3 games).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - CS U Craiova
Over / Under - Argeș
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
CS U Craiova - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 67%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Argeș - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 67%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.33 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.7 | 2.3 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.7 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.3 | 3.3 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 67% | 100% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 67% |
| Clean sheet | 67% | 67% |
| No goal | 67% | 0% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.33 | 1.67 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.7 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 0.3 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 33% |
| 2 goals | 33% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 67% | 100% |
| No goal | 67% | 67% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (3 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (1 goal). Concedes most in 16-30 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
CS U Craiova
Argeș
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Liga I).
Teams vs league
| CS U Craiova | Liga | Argeș | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 4.67 | 2.68 | ▼ 1.33 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 33% | 43% | ▼ 0% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 100% | 50% | ▼ 0% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 67% | 30% | ▲ 67% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 75% | ▼ 67% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 100% | 71% | ▼ 33% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from CS U Craiova's perspective: 3 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Argeș. Games average 2.25 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of CS U Craiova vs Argeș?
The Liga I match finished CS U Craiova 0:1 Argeș. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between CS U Craiova and Argeș?
In the last 4 head-to-head matches CS U Craiova won 3, Argeș won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 2.25 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before CS U Craiova vs Argeș?
CS U Craiova score 3.00 goals per game on average and Argeș 0.67. The Liga I average is 2.68 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 50% of games. Both teams score in 33% of CS U Craiova's matches and 0% of Argeș's.
What form are CS U Craiova and Argeș in?
Over the last 5 games CS U Craiova have a 2-0-1 record (2.00 points per game) and Argeș 2-0-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for CS U Craiova vs Argeș?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for CS U Craiova vs Argeș: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.