ROMANIA LIGA I
18.04.2026 18:00
Stadionul Arcul de Triumf
Referee: R. Vidican
Dinamo Bucuresti
Match Timeline
Universitatea Cluj
HT
0' 15' 30' 45' 60' 75' 90'
🔄
39'
M. Karamoko ↔ D. Armstrong
Dinamo Bucuresti
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57'
A. Pop ↔ G. Puscas
Dinamo Bucuresti
🔄
57'
A. Soro ↔ I. Marginean
Dinamo Bucuresti
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57'
A. Mazilu ↔ A. Musi
Dinamo Bucuresti
🔄
61'
J. Stanojev ↔ I. Macalou
Universitatea Cluj
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62'
M. Drammeh ↔ D. Codrea
Universitatea Cluj
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65'
Nikita Stoinov
Dinamo Bucuresti
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70'
Omar El Sawy
Universitatea Cluj
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74'
O. El Sawy ↔ A. Trica
Universitatea Cluj
75'
C. Cirjan · Assist: D. Armstrong
Dinamo Bucuresti
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80'
C. Cirjan ↔ C. Mihai
Dinamo Bucuresti
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81'
O. Mendy ↔ A. Gheorghita
Universitatea Cluj
81'
A. Musi
Dinamo Bucuresti
84'
A. Trica · Assist: I. Macalou
Universitatea Cluj
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90'
Andrei Mărginean
Dinamo Bucuresti
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90+1'
Alexandru Chipciu
Universitatea Cluj
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90'
Iulian Cristea
Universitatea Cluj

Dinamo Bucuresti vs Universitatea Cluj Prediction & Match Analysis

Full analysis and predictions for all markets

1X2
Away Win
Probability 62.9%
Odds -
BTTS
BTTS Yes
Probability 61.4%
Odds -
Over / Under 2.5
Over 2.5
Probability 70%
Odds -
All Markets
Market Option Probability Odds Stats & Analysis
1X2 Away Win
62.9%
-
BTTS BTTS Yes
61.4%
-
Over / Under 2.5 Over 2.5
70%
-
Probability Distribution
Dinamo Bucuresti Win 32%
Draw 5.1%
Universitatea Cluj Win 62.9%
Expected Goals (xG)
Dinamo Bucuresti1.15
Universitatea Cluj1.37
Recent Form (Last 5)
Dinamo Bucuresti Dinamo Bucuresti
WWDLW
46 GF / 34 GA
Universitatea Cluj Universitatea Cluj
WLDWL
58 GF / 31 GA
Key Stats
1.35
Average Goals Scored
1.61
1
Average Goals Conceded
0.86
17
BTTS Yes
17
12
Over 2.5
18
5.41
Shots on Goal
3.86

Statistics are based on season averages

Season Statistics

Team averages and season trends before this fixture

Dinamo Bucuresti Dinamo Bucuresti 34 matches
Universitatea Cluj Universitatea Cluj 36 matches
Dinamo Bucuresti Statistic Universitatea Cluj
14 Wins 20
12 Draws 7
8 Losses 9
46 Goals For 58
34 Goals Against 31
1.35 Avg Goals Scored 1.61
1 Avg Goals Conceded 0.86
17 BTTS Yes 17
24 Over 1.5 24
12 Over 2.5 18
7 Over 3.5 11
12 Clean Sheets 14
7 Failed To Score 8
5.41 Shots On Goal 3.86
14.03 Total Shots 11.58
5.74 Corners 4.67
60.2% Ball Possession 49.5%

Match Analysis

Model notes, team context and key prediction signals

Final Verdict

This contest looks finely balanced, with two sides with a fairly similar football identity suggesting a close tactical battle. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. The attacking numbers of both teams point toward a more open scoring environment.This game has the potential to be open, with both sides capable of creating several scoring chances. There is little separation in the broader season picture, with both sides operating from relatively comparable league positions and points returns. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with Dinamo Bucuresti expected to line up in 4-3-3 and Universitatea Cluj in 4-2-3-1, which may reinforce the expected flow toward Universitatea Cluj having the stronger overall control. Taken together, the balance of indicators still supports Away Win, with the defensive lean favoring Universitatea Cluj. Universitatea Cluj look sharper on recent form, and that momentum could be important in key phases of the match.

Dinamo Bucuresti Analysis

Dinamo Bucuresti sit 5 with 52 points after 30 matches and remain under pressure to produce steadier results. Their record of 14 wins, 10 draws, and 6 losses, together with goals at 42:28, reflects poor form over their recent run. Much of their threat comes through Danny Armstrong (6 goals), M. Karamoko (6 goals), C. Cirjan (5 goals), with creative support from C. Cirjan (6 assists), Danny Armstrong (4 assists), Alberto Soro (3 assists), while the defensive numbers suggest they have been fairly stable. At home, they have managed 8 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses, a return that supports a very strong split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. In football terms they often show balanced attacking football.

Universitatea Cluj Analysis

Universitatea Cluj approach this game with the confidence of a side sitting 3 on 54 points after 30 outings. They have recorded 16 wins, 6 draws, and 8 losses, with a 48:27 goal return and very strong form and are on a winning streak. In attack they lean heavily on J. Lukic (18 goals), D. Nistor (7 goals), I. Macalou (6 goals), with creative support from I. Macalou (12 assists), D. Nistor (7 assists), O. Mendy (3 assists), while defensively they have looked fairly stable. Away from home, their record of 9 wins, 1 draws, and 5 losses points to a very strong split record. They are competing near the top and remain under pressure to hold that position. Their overall playing style can be described as balanced attacking football.

H2H Analysis

Across those 12 head-to-head meetings, Dinamo Bucuresti won 5 times, Universitatea Cluj won 3 times, while 4 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 16:14 from Dinamo Bucuresti's perspective. 5 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 7 matches, with an average of 2.5 goals per game.

1X2: Away Win
BTTS: BTTS Yes
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Highest model probability: 12 (94.9%)
Predicted formations: Dinamo Bucuresti 4-3-3 / Universitatea Cluj 4-2-3-1
H2H summary: Dinamo Bucuresti wins 5, draws 4, Universitatea Cluj wins 3

Standings

Championship Round
# Team MP W D L G GD PTS Form
1 10 6 2 2 12:6 6 50
D W D W W
2 10 6 1 3 13:11 2 46
D L W W L
3 10 4 4 2 8:7 1 43
D D D W W
4 10 3 4 3 13:12 1 39
L D D W L
5 10 1 3 6 8:14 -6 34
D D L L L
6 10 1 4 5 6:10 -4 32
D D L L L
Champions League Qualification
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Conference League Qualification
Qualification Playoffs