SSC Farul vs Rapid Bucureşti: match statistics
Statistical analysis indicates a very evenly matched contest. SSC Farul shows solid home form with 46% wins at home and a goal difference of +8, averaging 1.69 goals scored per match. Rapid Bucharest, occupying 3rd place in the table, boasts an impressive away defense (54% clean sheets, averaging only 0.77 goals conceded), but slightly lower offensive efficiency (1.38 goals on average). Both teams have an identical goal difference at their respective grounds (+8), confirming the balance of power. The form of both teams in the last 5 matches is similar (Farul 1.8 PPG, Rapid 1.6 PPG), and Rapid's high percentage of draws in away matches (31%) further supports a share of the points. Considering the solid defense of the visitors and the decent efficiency of the hosts, the most likely scenario appears to be a draw, although both a Farul win and a Rapid win remain realistic options.
SSC Farul vs Rapid Bucureşti: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
SSC Farul played against Rapid Bucureşti in Liga I (Romania). The game was played on February 15, 2026. Final score: 3:1.
Recent form
SSC Farul has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Rapid Bucureşti has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
SSC Farul scores 1.35 goals per game and allows 1.23. Rapid Bucureşti scores 1.58 and allows 0.92. Games in this league average 2.54 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 65% of SSC Farul's games and 50% of Rapid Bucureşti's. The Over 2.5 rates are 50% and 46%, compared with league averages of 51% for BTTS and 46% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
SSC Farul has the higher season xG average, 1.60 to 1.51 per game. SSC Farul takes 14.9 shots per game, while Rapid Bucureşti takes 13.4.
First-half and second-half trends
SSC Farul leads at halftime in 35% of its games and scores 0.58 goals per game after halftime. Rapid Bucureşti leads at halftime in 38% and scores 0.81 after halftime.
When the teams score
SSC Farul's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (8 goals). For Rapid Bucureşti, it is minutes 16-30 (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga I games average 2.54 goals. Both teams score in 51% 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 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. 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
Statistical analysis indicates a very evenly matched contest. SSC Farul shows solid home form with 46% wins at home and a goal difference of +8, averaging 1.69 goals scored per match. Rapid Bucharest, occupying 3rd place in the table, boasts an impressive away defense (54% clean sheets, averaging only 0.77 goals conceded), but slightly lower offensive efficiency (1.38 goals on average). Both teams have an identical goal difference at their respective grounds (+8), confirming the balance of power. The form of both teams in the last 5 matches is similar (Farul 1.8 PPG, Rapid 1.6 PPG), and Rapid's high percentage of draws in away matches (31%) further supports a share of the points. Considering the solid defense of the visitors and the decent efficiency of the hosts, the most likely scenario appears to be a draw, although both a Farul win and a Rapid win remain realistic options.
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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
| SSC Farul | Rapid Bucureşti | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 29% | 32% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.31 | 0.37 |
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.
Rapid Bucureşti is 43% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - SSC Farul · 2 pts / game - Rapid Bucureşti
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.
Rapid Bucureşti is 17% better for: goals scored per game.
1.35 goals / game - SSC Farul · 1.58 goals / game - Rapid Bucureşti
Rapid Bucureşti is 34% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.23 goals / game - SSC Farul · 0.92 goals / game - Rapid Bucureşti
SSC Farul scores in 81% of games (21 of 26 meczów), while Rapid Bucureşti keeps a clean sheet in 38% (10 of 26 meczów).
Rapid Bucureşti scores in 81% of games (21 of 26 meczów), while SSC Farul keeps a clean sheet in 19% (5 of 26 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 - SSC Farul
Over / Under - Rapid Bucureşti
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.
Rapid Bucureşti is 21% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.31 pts / game - SSC Farul · 1.58 pts / game - Rapid Bucureşti
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
SSC Farul - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 35% of games and wins 35%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Rapid Bucureşti - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 38% of games and wins 54%. 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.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 20% |
| No goal | 20% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +4 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +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 (8 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (9 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* 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
SSC Farul
Rapid Bucureşti
* 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
| SSC Farul | Liga | Rapid Bucureşti | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.58 | 2.54 | • 2.50 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 65% | 51% | • 50% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 50% | 46% | • 46% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 19% | 28% | ▲ 38% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 88% | 70% | ▼ 65% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 69% | 74% | • 73% |
^ 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 SSC Farul's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Rapid Bucureşti. Games average 4.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of SSC Farul vs Rapid Bucureşti?
The Liga I match finished SSC Farul 3:1 Rapid Bucureşti. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before SSC Farul vs Rapid Bucureşti?
SSC Farul score 1.35 goals per game on average and Rapid Bucureşti 1.58. The Liga I average is 2.54 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 65% of SSC Farul's matches and 50% of Rapid Bucureşti's.
What form are SSC Farul and Rapid Bucureşti in?
Over the last 5 games SSC Farul have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Rapid Bucureşti 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for SSC Farul vs Rapid Bucureşti?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for SSC Farul vs Rapid Bucureşti: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.