FCSB vs CFR Cluj: match statistics
FCSB presents solid form in the last five matches (3 wins), although CFR Cluj remains unbeaten in the same period (3 wins, 2 draws). The key advantage for the hosts is their efficiency at their own stadium – 40% wins in home matches and a higher average xG (1.84 vs 1.33 for the visitors). CFR Cluj has a weaker away record with only 18% victories and a negative goal difference (-6), which further speaks in favor of FCSB. The hosts also hold an advantage in ball possession (59% vs 47%) and better shot conversion in home matches. Taking all factors into account, FCSB has better chances of victory, although CFR Cluj's solid recent form makes a draw a realistic scenario.
FCSB vs CFR Cluj: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
FCSB played against CFR Cluj in Liga I (Romania). The game was played on January 25, 2026. Final score: 1:4.
Recent form
FCSB has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.00 points per game. CFR Cluj has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
FCSB scores 1.41 goals per game and allows 1.23. CFR Cluj scores 1.36 and allows 1.50. Games in this league average 2.48 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 55% of FCSB's games and 64% of CFR Cluj's. The Over 2.5 rates are 45% and 55%, compared with league averages of 50% for BTTS and 44% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
FCSB has the higher season xG average, 1.84 to 1.62 per game. FCSB takes 17.1 shots per game, while CFR Cluj takes 13.9.
First-half and second-half trends
FCSB leads at halftime in 41% of its games and scores 0.73 goals per game after halftime. CFR Cluj leads at halftime in 32% and scores 0.73 after halftime.
When the teams score
FCSB's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (7 goals). For CFR Cluj, it is minutes 46-60 (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga I games average 2.48 goals. Both teams score in 50% of games, and 44% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 4.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% 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
FCSB presents solid form in the last five matches (3 wins), although CFR Cluj remains unbeaten in the same period (3 wins, 2 draws). The key advantage for the hosts is their efficiency at their own stadium – 40% wins in home matches and a higher average xG (1.84 vs 1.33 for the visitors). CFR Cluj has a weaker away record with only 18% victories and a negative goal difference (-6), which further speaks in favor of FCSB. The hosts also hold an advantage in ball possession (59% vs 47%) and better shot conversion in home matches. Taking all factors into account, FCSB has better chances of victory, although CFR Cluj's solid recent form makes a draw a realistic scenario.
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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
| FCSB | CFR Cluj | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 42% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.25 | 0.23 |
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.
FCSB is 22% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.23 goals / game - FCSB · 1.5 goals / game - CFR Cluj
FCSB scores in 82% of games (18 of 22 meczów), while CFR Cluj keeps a clean sheet in 18% (4 of 22 meczów).
CFR Cluj scores in 82% of games (18 of 22 meczów), while FCSB keeps a clean sheet in 32% (7 of 22 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 - FCSB
Over / Under - CFR 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.
FCSB is 24% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.64 pts / game - FCSB · 1.32 pts / game - CFR Cluj
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
FCSB - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 41% of games and wins 36%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.4 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
CFR Cluj - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 32% of games and wins 32%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +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 (7 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (6 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (12). Late-goal balance (76-90): -3 - late phases are a weakness.
* 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
FCSB
CFR 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
| FCSB | Liga | CFR Cluj | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.64 | 2.48 | ▲ 2.86 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 55% | 50% | ▲ 64% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 45% | 44% | ▲ 55% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 32% | 29% | ▼ 18% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 68% | 70% | ▲ 82% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 77% | 72% | ▲ 77% |
^ 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
Away team
Starting lineup
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 FCSB's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against CFR Cluj. Games average 4.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of FCSB vs CFR Cluj?
The Liga I match finished FCSB 1:4 CFR Cluj. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before FCSB vs CFR Cluj?
FCSB score 1.41 goals per game on average and CFR Cluj 1.36. The Liga I average is 2.48 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 44% of games. Both teams score in 55% of FCSB's matches and 64% of CFR Cluj's.
What form are FCSB and CFR Cluj in?
Over the last 5 games FCSB have a 3-1-1 record (2.00 points per game) and CFR Cluj 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for FCSB vs CFR Cluj?
The statistical background for FCSB vs CFR Cluj — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.