FCSB vs UTA Arad: match statistics
FCSB demonstrates superior offensive quality in home matches compared to UTA Arad, evidenced by a higher average xG (2.07 vs 1.45) and better chance conversion. The hosts maintain possession dominance (61% vs 45%), allowing them to control the tempo and create more scoring opportunities. UTA Arad shows solid form in their last five matches (1.6 PPG), but their weak away defense (only 7% clean sheets, conceding an average of 1.47 goals) is a serious concern. FCSB wins 44% of their home games and keeps a clean sheet in 38% of them, which, with the support of their fans, gives them a clear advantage. Considering all factors, a home win is expected, although UTA Arad could cause an upset, hence a significant probability of a draw remains.
FCSB vs UTA Arad: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
FCSB played against UTA Arad in Liga I (Romania). The game was played on March 20, 2026. Final score: 1:0.
Recent form
FCSB has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. UTA Arad has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
FCSB scores 1.55 goals per game and allows 1.29. UTA Arad scores 1.35 and allows 1.48. Games in this league average 2.57 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 58% of FCSB's games and 61% of UTA Arad's. The Over 2.5 rates are 52% and 52%, compared with league averages of 52% for BTTS and 48% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
FCSB has the higher season xG average, 2.00 to 1.51 per game. FCSB takes 18.3 shots per game, while UTA Arad takes 13.5.
First-half and second-half trends
FCSB leads at halftime in 45% of its games and scores 0.71 goals per game after halftime. UTA Arad leads at halftime in 29% and scores 0.71 after halftime.
When the teams score
FCSB's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (11 goals). For UTA Arad, it is minutes 76-90+ (11 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga I games average 2.57 goals. Both teams score in 52% of games, and 48% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 2 home wins, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 5.00 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
FCSB demonstrates superior offensive quality in home matches compared to UTA Arad, evidenced by a higher average xG (2.07 vs 1.45) and better chance conversion. The hosts maintain possession dominance (61% vs 45%), allowing them to control the tempo and create more scoring opportunities. UTA Arad shows solid form in their last five matches (1.6 PPG), but their weak away defense (only 7% clean sheets, conceding an average of 1.47 goals) is a serious concern. FCSB wins 44% of their home games and keeps a clean sheet in 38% of them, which, with the support of their fans, gives them a clear advantage. Considering all factors, a home win is expected, although UTA Arad could cause an upset, hence a significant probability of a draw remains.
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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 | UTA Arad | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 33% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.24 | 0.31 |
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.
UTA Arad is 14% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - FCSB · 1.6 pts / game - UTA Arad
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 15% better for: goals scored per game.
1.55 goals / game - FCSB · 1.35 goals / game - UTA Arad
FCSB is 15% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.29 goals / game - FCSB · 1.48 goals / game - UTA Arad
FCSB scores in 81% of games (25 of 31 meczów), while UTA Arad keeps a clean sheet in 19% (6 of 31 meczów).
UTA Arad scores in 77% of games (24 of 31 meczów), while FCSB keeps a clean sheet in 29% (9 of 31 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 - UTA Arad
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 27% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.68 pts / game - FCSB · 1.32 pts / game - UTA Arad
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
FCSB - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 45% of games and wins 42%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
UTA Arad - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 29% of games and wins 39%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 2.2 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 60% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 2.4 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 80% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 0% |
| No goal | 0% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | -2 |
* 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 31-45 (11 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (11). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (11 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - 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
FCSB
UTA Arad
* 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 | UTA Arad | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.84 | 2.57 | ▲ 2.84 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 58% | 52% | ▲ 61% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 52% | 48% | ▲ 52% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 29% | 27% | ▼ 19% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 74% | 70% | ▲ 74% |
| Goal after half-time | • 74% | 75% | ▲ 87% |
^ 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: 2 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses against UTA Arad. Games average 5.00 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of FCSB vs UTA Arad?
The Liga I match finished FCSB 1:0 UTA Arad. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between FCSB and UTA Arad?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches FCSB won 2, UTA Arad won 0 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 5.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before FCSB vs UTA Arad?
FCSB score 1.55 goals per game on average and UTA Arad 1.35. The Liga I average is 2.57 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 48% of games. Both teams score in 58% of FCSB's matches and 61% of UTA Arad's.
What form are FCSB and UTA Arad in?
Over the last 5 games FCSB have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and UTA Arad 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for FCSB vs UTA Arad?
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.