Dinamo Bucureşti vs Universitatea Cluj: match statistics
Dinamo Bucharest displays impressive home form with 60% wins at home and only 10% losses, making them a tough opponent at their own stadium. The hosts have an advantage in average goals scored in home matches (1.9 vs 1.5 away for the visitors) and a better expected goals (xG) ratio (1.71 vs 1.55). Universitatea Cluj shows good recent form with three wins and two draws in the last five matches, however, their away record, despite 60% wins, is based on a smaller sample size and a worse goal difference (+6 vs +11 for the hosts). A key factor is also Dinamo's advantage in possession (59% vs 55%) and a better clean sheet rate at home (50% vs 40% for the visitors away). Taking all statistics into account, I predict a home win, although the visitors' form makes a draw a realistic scenario as well.
Dinamo Bucureşti vs Universitatea Cluj: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Dinamo Bucureşti played against Universitatea Cluj in Liga I (Romania). The game was played on January 18, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
Dinamo Bucureşti has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Universitatea Cluj has 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses, with 2.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Dinamo Bucureşti scores 1.52 goals per game and allows 0.86. Universitatea Cluj scores 1.24 and allows 0.90. Games in this league average 2.49 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 43% of Dinamo Bucureşti's games and 43% of Universitatea Cluj's. The Over 2.5 rates are 38% and 38%, compared with league averages of 51% for BTTS and 45% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Dinamo Bucureşti has the higher season xG average, 1.60 to 1.37 per game. Dinamo Bucureşti takes 13.4 shots per game, while Universitatea Cluj takes 12.2.
First-half and second-half trends
Dinamo Bucureşti leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.95 goals per game after halftime. Universitatea Cluj leads at halftime in 43% and scores 0.67 after halftime.
When the teams score
Dinamo Bucureşti's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (10 goals). For Universitatea Cluj, it is minutes 31-45+ (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga I games average 2.49 goals. Both teams score in 51% of games, and 45% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 1.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% 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
Dinamo Bucharest displays impressive home form with 60% wins at home and only 10% losses, making them a tough opponent at their own stadium. The hosts have an advantage in average goals scored in home matches (1.9 vs 1.5 away for the visitors) and a better expected goals (xG) ratio (1.71 vs 1.55). Universitatea Cluj shows good recent form with three wins and two draws in the last five matches, however, their away record, despite 60% wins, is based on a smaller sample size and a worse goal difference (+6 vs +11 for the hosts). A key factor is also Dinamo's advantage in possession (59% vs 55%) and a better clean sheet rate at home (50% vs 40% for the visitors away). Taking all statistics into account, I predict a home win, although the visitors' form makes a draw a realistic scenario as well.
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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
| Dinamo Bucureşti | Universitatea Cluj | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 40% | 28% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.28 | 0.36 |
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.
Universitatea Cluj is 63% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / game - Dinamo Bucureşti · 2.6 pts / game - Universitatea Cluj
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.
Dinamo Bucureşti is 23% better for: goals scored per game.
1.52 goals / game - Dinamo Bucureşti · 1.24 goals / game - Universitatea Cluj
Dinamo Bucureşti is 5% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.86 goals / game - Dinamo Bucureşti · 0.9 goals / game - Universitatea Cluj
Dinamo Bucureşti scores in 81% of games (17 of 21 meczów), while Universitatea Cluj keeps a clean sheet in 38% (8 of 21 meczów).
Universitatea Cluj scores in 71% of games (15 of 21 meczów), while Dinamo Bucureşti keeps a clean sheet in 48% (10 of 21 meczów).
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 - Dinamo Bucureşti
Over / Under - Universitatea Cluj
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.
Universitatea Cluj is 16% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.48 pts / game - Dinamo Bucureşti · 1.71 pts / game - Universitatea Cluj
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Dinamo Bucureşti - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 48%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Universitatea Cluj - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 43% of games and wins 43%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.5 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 100% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +5 |
* 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 (10 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +9 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (6 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (8). 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
Dinamo Bucureşti
Universitatea Cluj
* 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
| Dinamo Bucureşti | Liga | Universitatea Cluj | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.38 | 2.49 | ▼ 2.14 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 43% | 51% | ▼ 43% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 38% | 45% | ▼ 38% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 48% | 28% | ▲ 38% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 70% | ▼ 57% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 71% | 73% | ▲ 81% |
^ 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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Dinamo Bucureşti's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Universitatea Cluj. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Dinamo Bucureşti vs Universitatea Cluj?
The Liga I match finished Dinamo Bucureşti 1:0 Universitatea Cluj. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Dinamo Bucureşti vs Universitatea Cluj?
Dinamo Bucureşti score 1.52 goals per game on average and Universitatea Cluj 1.24. The Liga I average is 2.49 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 45% of games. Both teams score in 43% of Dinamo Bucureşti's matches and 43% of Universitatea Cluj's.
What form are Dinamo Bucureşti and Universitatea Cluj in?
Over the last 5 games Dinamo Bucureşti have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Universitatea Cluj 4-1-0 (2.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Dinamo Bucureşti vs Universitatea Cluj?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.