Attention, football fans! On 09.05.2026, Universitatea Cluj and Rapid will clash in the Romanian Liga I, promising fans a thrilling spectacle. With Universitatea Cluj slightly favored, both teams will fight hard to claim victory. Dive into our comprehensive match report which includes player statistics, recent form, and expert opinions. Don’t miss our prediction before you place your bets!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superliga | |||||||
| 1 | Universitatea Craiova | 30 | 17 | 9 | 4 | 53/27 | 60 |
| 2 | Rapid | 30 | 16 | 8 | 6 | 47/30 | 56 |
| 3 | Universitatea Cluj | 30 | 16 | 6 | 8 | 48/27 | 54 |
| 4 | CFR 1907 Cluj | 30 | 15 | 8 | 7 | 49/40 | 53 |
| 5 | Dinamo Bucuresti | 30 | 14 | 10 | 6 | 42/28 | 52 |
| 6 | Arges Pitesti | 30 | 15 | 5 | 10 | 37/28 | 50 |
| 7 | FCSB | 30 | 13 | 7 | 10 | 48/40 | 46 |
| 8 | Uta Arad | 30 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 39/44 | 43 |
| 9 | FC Botosani | 30 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 37/29 | 42 |
| 10 | Oţelul | 30 | 11 | 8 | 11 | 39/32 | 41 |
| 11 | Farul Constanta | 30 | 10 | 7 | 13 | 39/37 | 37 |
| 12 | Petrolul Ploiesti | 30 | 7 | 11 | 12 | 24/31 | 32 |
| 13 | Csikszereda | 30 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 30/58 | 32 |
| 14 | Unirea Slobozia | 30 | 7 | 4 | 19 | 27/46 | 25 |
| 15 | AFC Hermannstadt | 30 | 5 | 8 | 17 | 29/50 | 23 |
| 16 | Metaloglobus | 30 | 2 | 6 | 22 | 25/66 | 12 |
| Championship Round | |||||||
| 1 | Universitatea Craiova | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 7/6 | 45 |
| 2 | Universitatea Cluj | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 11/5 | 42 |
| 3 | CFR 1907 Cluj | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 7/6 | 40 |
| 4 | Dinamo Bucuresti | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 10/10 | 34 |
| 5 | Rapid | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6/11 | 32 |
| 6 | Arges Pitesti | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2/5 | 30 |
Key Player Statistics: Universitatea Cluj vs Rapid
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| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liga I | Rapid | Universitatea Cluj | 05.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Universitatea Cluj | 31.01.2026 | 0-2 |
| Liga I | Universitatea Cluj | Rapid | 12.09.2025 | 0-0 |
| Liga I | Universitatea Cluj | Rapid | 24.05.2025 | 2-2 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Universitatea Cluj | 19.04.2025 | 0-2 |
| Liga I | Universitatea Cluj | Rapid | 01.02.2025 | 2-1 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Universitatea Cluj | 16.09.2024 | 0-2 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Universitatea Cluj | 27.11.2023 | 2-3 |
| Liga I | Universitatea Cluj | Rapid | 23.07.2023 | 0-3 |
| Liga I | Universitatea Cluj | Rapid | 27.01.2023 | 0-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Widzew Łódź | Universitatea Cluj | 12.01.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Dukla Praha | Universitatea Cluj | 11.01.2026 | 0-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Fatih Karagümrük | Universitatea Cluj | 06.01.2026 | 2-1 |
| Liga I | Universitatea Cluj | Arges Pitesti | 02.05.2026 | 1-0 |
| Liga I | CFR 1907 Cluj | Universitatea Cluj | 25.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Cupa României | Arges Pitesti | Universitatea Cluj | 21.04.2026 | 1-1 |
| Liga I | Dinamo Bucuresti | Universitatea Cluj | 18.04.2026 | 2-1 |
| Liga I | Universitatea Cluj | Universitatea Craiova | 13.04.2026 | 4-0 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Universitatea Cluj | 05.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Liga I | Arges Pitesti | Universitatea Cluj | 21.03.2026 | 0-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Rapid | CSKA 1948 | 11.01.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Wisla Plock | Rapid | 10.01.2026 | 2-1 |
| Liga I | Rapid | CFR 1907 Cluj | 04.05.2026 | 1-2 |
| Liga I | Dinamo Bucuresti | Rapid | 26.04.2026 | 3-1 |
| Liga I | Universitatea Craiova | Rapid | 19.04.2026 | 1-0 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Arges Pitesti | 13.04.2026 | 0-0 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Universitatea Cluj | 05.04.2026 | 1-2 |
| Liga I | CFR 1907 Cluj | Rapid | 20.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Dinamo Bucuresti | 14.03.2026 | 3-2 |
| Liga I | Rapid | Universitatea Craiova | 08.03.2026 | 1-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Universitatea Cluj VS Rapid
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Universitatea Cluj vs Rapid
Bookies' predictions
Universitatea Cluj
Betting Intelligence: Universitatea Cluj vs Rapid
Universitatea Cluj are sitting pretty at the top of Romanian Liga I, and they know it. Ten points clear of fifth-placed Rapid, with a goal difference that reads like a statement of intent. This is a team that means business.
Here's what you need to watch for: Cluj have been absolutely ruthless at home lately. Four-nil against Universitatea Craiova. Four-nil against Oțelul. Four-one against Csikszereda. When they smell blood at their own ground, they go for the jugular.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Rapid being dangerous cup-fighters with Bucharest pride. The head-to-head record between these two sides tells a completely different story. Cluj have won five of the last six Liga I meetings. Rapid have scored just one goal in their last four encounters against Cluj in the league. One goal. That's not a bad run — that's a crisis against this specific opponent.
The key matchup to watch is J. Lukić against Rapid's defensive structure. The Cluj striker has 18 goals in 30 matches this season and looks unstoppable right now. Meanwhile, Rapid's defence has already shipped nine goals in their last six playoff games. Lukić versus a shaky backline? I fancy that combination to produce something special early on.
Here's the surprising statistical insight casual fans are missing: Rapid have conceded three or more goals in three of their last five away Liga I fixtures this season. Three or more. Against a Cluj side averaging over 1.5 goals per home game in the playoff, the over 2.5 goals market looks genuinely undervalued here.
From a betting perspective, Cluj at 2.30 represents solid value given their dominance in this fixture. The Asian handicap with Cluj giving a one-goal head start also deserves serious attention. And with Lukić in the form of his life, the anytime scorer market at a reasonable price is worth considering before the bookmakers adjust.
My bold prediction: Cluj win 3-1, with Lukić scoring inside the first half hour. Rapid will get a consolation, but this game belongs to the champions-elect long before the final whistle.
The league title is almost certainly heading to Cluj. But rivalries care nothing for league tables. Saturday night, under the lights, with everything to prove — this is exactly why we love Romanian football.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E. Gertmonas | Lithuania | 29 | Goalkeeper | 192 | 92 |
| E. Capradossi | Italy | 30 | Defender | 181 | 78 |
| I. Cristea | Romania | 31 | Defender | 184 | 77 |
| A. Artean | Romania | 32 | Midfielder | 183 | 78 |
| A. Chipciu | Romania | 37 | Midfielder | 177 | 74 |
| M. Drammeh | France | 27 | Midfielder | 188 | 75 |
| I. Macalou | Côte d'Ivoire | 27 | Attacker | 185 | 75 |
| A. Trică | Romania | 21 | Attacker | 191 | n/a |
| A. Gheorghiță | Romania | 23 | Attacker | 182 | 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 | 28 | Defender | 183 | 77 |
| D. Ciobotariu | Romania | 27 | Defender | 185 | n/a |
| M. Käit | Estonia | 27 | Midfielder | 187 | 74 |
| A. Pașcanu | Romania | 27 | Defender | 187 | n/a |
| A. Borza | Romania | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
Universitatea Cluj vs Rapid match odds
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