HERMANNSTADT VS RAPID B - ROMANIA: LIGA 1 MATCH PREVIEW
ROMANIA: LIGA 1 MATCH DETAILS: HERMANNSTADT VS RAPID B
As Hermannstadt prepare to host Rapid B on February 3, 2026, with kick-off at 19:30, this ROMANIA: Liga 1 fixture promises an intriguing contest.
HERMANNSTADT PREVIEW IN ROMANIA: LIGA 1
Hermannstadt, currently 15th in the standings with 17 points from 24 games, trail the leaders by 29 points. They've earned 7 points from 12 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.
RAPID B PREVIEW IN ROMANIA: LIGA 1
Rapid B, sitting 3rd with 45 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 22 points from 12 games this season.
Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR HERMANNSTADT VS RAPID B
Recent meetings between Hermannstadt and Rapid B have favored Hermannstadt, with Rapid B claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1).
Over the past few seasons, Hermannstadt have held the upper hand in this matchup.
In their previous league match against Unirea Slobozia, Hermannstadt recorded a 3-2 victory while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation.
Their starting XI featured Cabuz, Ciubotaru, Issah, Capusa, Stancu, Albu, Ivanov, Florescu, Negut, Afalna, Chitu. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.
Rapid B's last outing came against Universitatea Cluj, where they secured a 0-2 defeat using a 4-2-3-1 system.
Their starting XI featured Aioani, Borza, Ciobotariu, Bolgado, Onea, Christensen, Hromada, Grameni, Morutan, Paraschiv, Dobre. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.
Looking ahead, Hermannstadt are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Hermannstadt and Rapid B are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR HERMANNSTADT VS RAPID B
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Hermannstadt's fixtures have averaged 3.2 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. Rapid B's games average 2.4 goals, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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