Watch as Petrolul Ploiesti squares off against Rapid in the Romanian Liga I on 21.08.2026. This match is expected to be a close and thrilling encounter, with both teams equally poised to take the win. We’ve explored the strengths and potential pitfalls of Petrolul Ploiesti and Rapid, providing a detailed prediction that could guide your betting choices. Check our analysis to make the most informed decisions on this evenly matched contest.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Universitatea Cluj | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6/4 | 9 |
| 5 | Petrolul Ploiesti | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4/6 | 9 |
| 6 | Farul Constanta | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9/7 | 8 |
| 7 | Rapid | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5/3 | 8 |
| 8 | Corvinul Hunedoara | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 7/3 | 8 |
Key Player Statistics: Petrolul Ploiesti vs Rapid
Petrolul Ploiesti vs Rapid Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga I | Rapid | Petrolul Ploiesti | 06.02.2026 | 1-1 |
| Liga I | Petrolul Ploiesti | Rapid | 27.09.2025 | 0-1 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Petrolul Ploiesti | 29.11.2024 | 1-1 |
| Liga I | Petrolul Ploiesti | Rapid | 29.07.2024 | 1-0 |
| Liga I | Petrolul Ploiesti | Rapid | 15.12.2023 | 0-0 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Petrolul Ploiesti | 13.08.2023 | 0-2 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Petrolul Ploiesti | 14.12.2022 | 3-1 |
| Liga I | Petrolul Ploiesti | Rapid | 13.08.2022 | 1-0 |
| Liga II | Petrolul Ploiesti | Rapid | 06.11.2020 | 2-0 |
| Liga II | Petrolul Ploiesti | Rapid | 11.07.2020 | 0-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga I | FC Voluntari | Petrolul Ploiesti | 14.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| Liga I | Petrolul Ploiesti | Oţelul | 09.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| Liga I | Universitatea Craiova | Petrolul Ploiesti | 01.08.2026 | 4-0 |
| Liga I | Arges Pitesti | Petrolul Ploiesti | 24.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Liga I | Petrolul Ploiesti | Dinamo Bucuresti | 19.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Petrolul Ploiesti | Chindia Targoviste | 11.07.2026 | 2-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Petrolul Ploiesti | ASA Targu Mures | 10.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Arka Gdynia | Petrolul Ploiesti | 03.07.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Chojniczanka Chojnice | Petrolul Ploiesti | 02.07.2026 | 1-4 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Olimpia Grudziądz | Petrolul Ploiesti | 30.06.2026 | 4-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga I | Rapid | Dinamo Bucuresti | 15.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| Liga I | Uta Arad | Rapid | 07.08.2026 | 0-0 |
| Liga I | Rapid | CFR 1907 Cluj | 02.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| Liga I | FC Botosani | Rapid | 27.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Sepsi OSK Sfantu Gheorghe | 20.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rapid | Slovan Liberec | 09.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rapid | FK Košice | 08.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rapid Vienna | Rapid | 05.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Dynamo Kyiv | Rapid | 02.07.2026 | 1-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rapid | CSKA 1948 | 11.01.2026 | 2-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Petrolul Ploiesti VS Rapid
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Petrolul Ploiesti vs Rapid
Bookies' predictions
Petrolul Ploiesti
Betting Intelligence: Petrolul Ploiesti vs Rapid
htmlThere's something special about this fixture. Petrolul Ploiești hosting Rapid is never just another Liga I Saturday. It's pride, history, and right now, genuine top-of-the-table tension. With Petrolul sitting second and Rapid just a point behind in fifth, this one carries real weight.
Let's start with the head-to-head, because it tells an interesting story. Over the last eleven meetings, neither side has dominated. Rapid have edged some, Petrolul have edged others, and draws have been common. Four of those eleven games ended level. Here's the surprising bit: in the last six Liga I encounters specifically, no team has won more than once at home in this fixture. That's a pattern worth noting before you reach for a home win coupon.
Petrolul have been electric going forward this season. Five league games, nine points, second place. But don't be fooled by that position. They've already conceded six goals, the worst defensive record among the top five. A heavy 4-0 loss to Universitatea Craiova and a defeat at Argeș remind us this squad can be exposed. Their disciplined side is also a concern — D. Nlundulu already has three yellow cards in four games, and two other players sit on two bookings each. Expect the referee to be busy.
Rapid arrive with genuine momentum. They beat CFR Cluj 3-1 just a couple of weeks ago and have conceded only twice all season. A. Dobre leads their attack with two goals, and C. Grameni is pulling strings with two assists from midfield. That creative partnership is exactly the kind of combination that could punish Petrolul's leaky backline.
Here's what you need to watch for — Rapid's defensive discipline against Petrolul's aggressive pressing at home. If Petrolul can disrupt Rapid's rhythm early, this becomes unpredictable. But if Rapid's structure holds, they'll pick their moments and punish on the counter.
For betting purposes, I genuinely like Both Teams to Score here. Petrolul score at home but leak goals freely. Rapid have quality up front. The 2.19 on Rapid also looks like fair value given their form and defensive solidity. The draw at 3.18 isn't without appeal either, given how often these two cancel each other out.
My bold call: Rapid win 2-1, with Dobre getting on the scoresheet and at least one Petrolul player picking up a yellow card before the hour mark. Back Rapid, watch Dobre, and enjoy what should be a fiery Romanian derby.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F. Prce | Croatia | 30 | Defender | 185 | 79 |
| B. Doukansy | France | 27 | Midfielder | 188 | 67 |
| Y. Roche | Benin | 29 | Defender | 188 | 78 |
| T. Jyry | Finland | 27 | Midfielder | 170 | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Dobre | Romania | 27 | Attacker | 178 | 71 |
| Diogo Mendes | Portugal | 28 | Midfielder | 186 | 78 |
| C. Manea | Romania | 29 | Defender | 183 | 77 |
| D. Ciobotariu | Romania | 28 | Defender | 185 | n/a |
| M. Käit | Estonia | 28 | Midfielder | 187 | 74 |
| A. Pașcanu | Romania | 27 | Defender | 187 | n/a |
| A. Borza | Romania | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
Petrolul Ploiesti vs Rapid match odds
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