Universitatea Cluj vs Argeș: match statistics
The match promises to be a very even duel between teams from a similar level in the table. Universitatea Cluj presents excellent form with four victories in the last five matches and only one goal conceded, testifying to a solid defense. Argeș, as the guest, possesses better away statistics – 50% of away matches won, higher shot efficiency (12% vs 9%), and a better average of scored goals (1.33 vs 1.0). However, the hosts have the possession advantage (51% vs 41%) and play before their own crowd, which could be crucial. Given Universitatea Cluj's high percentage of draws at home (42%) and the comparable quality of both teams, the most probable scenario is a sharing of points, although a slight advantage for the hosts results from their current form and the home pitch factor.
Universitatea Cluj vs Argeș: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Universitatea Cluj played against Argeș in Liga I (Romania). The game was played on February 3, 2026. Final score: 3:1.
Recent form
Universitatea Cluj has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.40 points per game. Argeș has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Universitatea Cluj scores 1.21 goals per game and allows 0.83. Argeș scores 1.25 and allows 0.92. Games in this league average 2.50 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 38% of Universitatea Cluj's games and 33% of Argeș's. The Over 2.5 rates are 33% and 33%, compared with league averages of 50% for BTTS and 45% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Universitatea Cluj has the higher season xG average, 1.36 to 1.34 per game. Universitatea Cluj takes 12.0 shots per game, while Argeș takes 11.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Universitatea Cluj leads at halftime in 42% of its games and scores 0.67 goals per game after halftime. Argeș leads at halftime in 29% and scores 0.63 after halftime.
When the teams score
Universitatea Cluj's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (6 goals). For Argeș, it is minutes 61-75 (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga I games average 2.50 goals. Both teams score in 50% 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 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. 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
The match promises to be a very even duel between teams from a similar level in the table. Universitatea Cluj presents excellent form with four victories in the last five matches and only one goal conceded, testifying to a solid defense. Argeș, as the guest, possesses better away statistics – 50% of away matches won, higher shot efficiency (12% vs 9%), and a better average of scored goals (1.33 vs 1.0). However, the hosts have the possession advantage (51% vs 41%) and play before their own crowd, which could be crucial. Given Universitatea Cluj's high percentage of draws at home (42%) and the comparable quality of both teams, the most probable scenario is a sharing of points, although a slight advantage for the hosts results from their current form and the home pitch factor.
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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
| Universitatea Cluj | Argeș | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 30% | 28% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.33 | 0.39 |
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 71% better for: last-5 form.
2.4 pts / game - Universitatea Cluj · 1.4 pts / game - Argeș
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.
Universitatea Cluj is 11% better for: goals allowed per game.
0.83 goals / game - Universitatea Cluj · 0.92 goals / game - Argeș
Universitatea Cluj scores in 71% of games (17 of 24 meczów), while Argeș keeps a clean sheet in 50% (12 of 24 meczów).
Argeș scores in 75% of games (18 of 24 meczów), while Universitatea Cluj keeps a clean sheet in 42% (10 of 24 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 - Universitatea Cluj
Over / Under - Argeș
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 21% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.67 pts / game - Universitatea Cluj · 1.38 pts / game - Argeș
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Universitatea Cluj - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 42% of games and wins 46%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.4 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Argeș - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 29% of games and wins 50%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.0 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 100% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | +3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 0.2 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 20% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 60% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | 0 |
* 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 (6 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (9 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
Universitatea Cluj
Argeș
* 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
| Universitatea Cluj | Liga | Argeș | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.04 | 2.50 | ▼ 2.17 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 38% | 50% | ▼ 33% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 33% | 45% | ▼ 33% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 42% | 29% | ▲ 50% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 58% | 69% | ▼ 54% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 75% | 73% | ▼ 71% |
^ 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.
Head-to-head
Record from Universitatea Cluj's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Argeș. Games average 1.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Universitatea Cluj vs Argeș?
The Liga I match finished Universitatea Cluj 3:1 Argeș. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Universitatea Cluj vs Argeș?
Universitatea Cluj score 1.21 goals per game on average and Argeș 1.25. The Liga I average is 2.50 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 45% of games. Both teams score in 38% of Universitatea Cluj's matches and 33% of Argeș's.
What form are Universitatea Cluj and Argeș in?
Over the last 5 games Universitatea Cluj have a 4-0-1 record (2.40 points per game) and Argeș 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Universitatea Cluj vs Argeș?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Universitatea Cluj vs Argeș: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.