UTA Arad vs FCSB: match statistics
FCSB is in significantly better form over the last five matches, averaging 2 points per game compared to UTA Arad's mere 0.8. The visitors hold the advantage in key offensive metrics: a higher average xG (1.88 vs 1.64), a better shot conversion rate (10% vs 9%), and significantly more shots on target per game (6.14 vs 4.64). UTA Arad is in crisis, having lost three of their last five matches and posting a home goal difference of 0 this season. FCSB dominates in terms of possession (58% vs 49%) and is less likely to fail to score in a match (14% vs 29%). The visitors' positive away goal difference (+3) and their league position (7th vs 9th) further support the prediction for their victory. Considering all statistical data, FCSB has the greatest chance of securing three points from this encounter.
UTA Arad vs FCSB: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
UTA Arad played against FCSB in Liga I (Romania). The game was played on March 1, 2026. Final score: 2:4.
Recent form
UTA Arad has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. FCSB has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss, with 2.40 points per game.
Scoring records
UTA Arad scores 1.25 goals per game and allows 1.36. FCSB scores 1.54 and allows 1.25. Games in this league average 2.56 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 57% of UTA Arad's games and 57% of FCSB's. The Over 2.5 rates are 46% and 50%, compared with league averages of 52% for BTTS and 48% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
FCSB has the higher season xG average, 1.98 to 1.53 per game. UTA Arad takes 13.7 shots per game, while FCSB takes 18.1.
First-half and second-half trends
UTA Arad leads at halftime in 29% of its games and scores 0.68 goals per game after halftime. FCSB leads at halftime in 46% and scores 0.75 after halftime.
When the teams score
UTA Arad's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (10 goals). For FCSB, it is minutes 31-45+ (10 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Liga I games average 2.56 goals. Both teams score in 52% of games, and 48% 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 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
FCSB is in significantly better form over the last five matches, averaging 2 points per game compared to UTA Arad's mere 0.8. The visitors hold the advantage in key offensive metrics: a higher average xG (1.88 vs 1.64), a better shot conversion rate (10% vs 9%), and significantly more shots on target per game (6.14 vs 4.64). UTA Arad is in crisis, having lost three of their last five matches and posting a home goal difference of 0 this season. FCSB dominates in terms of possession (58% vs 49%) and is less likely to fail to score in a match (14% vs 29%). The visitors' positive away goal difference (+3) and their league position (7th vs 9th) further support the prediction for their victory. Considering all statistical data, FCSB has the greatest chance of securing three points from this encounter.
View the statistical overviewStats by half
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
| UTA Arad | FCSB | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 35% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.28 | 0.24 |
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.
FCSB is 71% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - UTA Arad · 2.4 pts / game - FCSB
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 23% better for: goals scored per game.
1.25 goals / game - UTA Arad · 1.54 goals / game - FCSB
FCSB is 9% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.36 goals / game - UTA Arad · 1.25 goals / game - FCSB
UTA Arad scores in 75% of games (21 of 28 meczów), while FCSB keeps a clean sheet in 29% (8 of 28 meczów).
FCSB scores in 82% of games (23 of 28 meczów), while UTA Arad keeps a clean sheet in 21% (6 of 28 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 - UTA Arad
Over / Under - FCSB
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 30% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.32 pts / game - UTA Arad · 1.71 pts / game - FCSB
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
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.
FCSB - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 46% of games and wins 43%. Usually protects a halftime lead through the final whistle.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 1.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.40 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.2 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 80% |
| No goal | 20% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +4 |
* 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 (10 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (10 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (10). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - 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
UTA Arad
FCSB
* 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
| UTA Arad | Liga | FCSB | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.61 | 2.56 | ▲ 2.79 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 57% | 52% | ▲ 57% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 46% | 48% | ▲ 50% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 21% | 27% | ▲ 29% |
| Goal before half-time | • 71% | 70% | ▲ 75% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 86% | 75% | • 75% |
^ 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
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 UTA Arad's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against FCSB. Games average 4.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of UTA Arad vs FCSB?
The Liga I match finished UTA Arad 2:4 FCSB. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before UTA Arad vs FCSB?
UTA Arad score 1.25 goals per game on average and FCSB 1.54. The Liga I average is 2.56 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 48% of games. Both teams score in 57% of UTA Arad's matches and 57% of FCSB's.
What form are UTA Arad and FCSB in?
Over the last 5 games UTA Arad have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and FCSB 4-0-1 (2.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for UTA Arad vs FCSB?
The statistical background for UTA Arad vs FCSB — 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.