Oţelul Galaţi vs UTA Arad: match statistics
Oțelul Galați are displaying impressive home form with a 54% win rate at their stadium and a positive goal difference of +11. The hosts average 1.85 goals scored and only 1.0 goals conceded in home matches, giving them an edge over UTA Arad. The visitors have a weaker away record with just 38% wins and a negative goal difference of -3 on the road, while also conceding an average of 1.38 goals per match. Additionally, UTA Arad fail to score in 23% of their away matches, which could be decisive in this encounter. The advantage in ball possession (53% vs 45%) and higher xG (1.61 vs 1.39) further speak in favor of the hosts. Considering all statistics, Oțelul Galați have a realistic chance of securing three points, although UTA Arad have shown slightly better overall form in their last five matches.
Oţelul Galaţi vs UTA Arad: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Oţelul Galaţi played against UTA Arad in Liga I (Romania). The game was played on February 20, 2026. Final score: 2:2.
Recent form
Oţelul Galaţi has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. UTA Arad has 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses, with 1.20 points per game.
Scoring records
Oţelul Galaţi scores 1.37 goals per game and allows 0.89. UTA Arad scores 1.22 and allows 1.33. Games in this league average 2.52 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 37% of Oţelul Galaţi's games and 56% of UTA Arad's. The Over 2.5 rates are 44% and 44%, compared with league averages of 50% for BTTS and 46% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
UTA Arad has the higher season xG average, 1.52 to 1.50 per game. Oţelul Galaţi takes 13.7 shots per game, while UTA Arad takes 13.7.
First-half and second-half trends
Oţelul Galaţi leads at halftime in 41% of its games and scores 0.63 goals per game after halftime. UTA Arad leads at halftime in 26% and scores 0.70 after halftime.
When the teams score
Oţelul Galaţi's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (10 goals). For UTA Arad, it is minutes 76-90+ (10 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga I games average 2.52 goals. Both teams score in 50% of games, and 46% 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 4.00 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
Oțelul Galați are displaying impressive home form with a 54% win rate at their stadium and a positive goal difference of +11. The hosts average 1.85 goals scored and only 1.0 goals conceded in home matches, giving them an edge over UTA Arad. The visitors have a weaker away record with just 38% wins and a negative goal difference of -3 on the road, while also conceding an average of 1.38 goals per match. Additionally, UTA Arad fail to score in 23% of their away matches, which could be decisive in this encounter. The advantage in ball possession (53% vs 45%) and higher xG (1.61 vs 1.39) further speak in favor of the hosts. Considering all statistics, Oțelul Galați have a realistic chance of securing three points, although UTA Arad have shown slightly better overall form in their last five matches.
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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
| Oţelul Galaţi | UTA Arad | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 31% | 33% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.32 | 0.27 |
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.
Oţelul Galaţi is 17% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Oţelul Galaţi · 1.2 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.
Oţelul Galaţi is 12% better for: goals scored per game.
1.37 goals / game - Oţelul Galaţi · 1.22 goals / game - UTA Arad
Oţelul Galaţi is 49% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.89 goals / game - Oţelul Galaţi · 1.33 goals / game - UTA Arad
Oţelul Galaţi scores in 63% of games (17 of 27 meczów), while UTA Arad keeps a clean sheet in 22% (6 of 27 meczów).
UTA Arad scores in 74% of games (20 of 27 meczów), while Oţelul Galaţi keeps a clean sheet in 41% (11 of 27 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 - Oţelul Galaţi
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.
Oţelul Galaţi is 29% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.63 pts / game - Oţelul Galaţi · 1.26 pts / game - UTA Arad
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Oţelul Galaţi - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 41% of games and wins 41%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
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 26% of games and wins 41%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 80% |
| Goal difference | +2 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| 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 31-45 (10 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (10 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). 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
Oţelul Galaţi
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
| Oţelul Galaţi | Liga | UTA Arad | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.26 | 2.52 | • 2.56 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 37% | 50% | ▲ 56% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 44% | 46% | ▼ 44% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 41% | 28% | ▼ 22% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 69% | • 70% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 67% | 74% | ▲ 85% |
^ 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
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 Oţelul Galaţi's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against UTA Arad. Games average 4.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Oţelul Galaţi vs UTA Arad?
The Liga I match finished Oţelul Galaţi 2:2 UTA Arad. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Oţelul Galaţi vs UTA Arad?
Oţelul Galaţi score 1.37 goals per game on average and UTA Arad 1.22. The Liga I average is 2.52 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 37% of Oţelul Galaţi's matches and 56% of UTA Arad's.
What form are Oţelul Galaţi and UTA Arad in?
Over the last 5 games Oţelul Galaţi have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and UTA Arad 2-0-3 (1.20 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Oţelul Galaţi 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.