FC Rapid Bucuresti vs U. Cluj: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Rapid B prepare to host Universitatea Cluj on January 31, 2026, with kick-off at 19:00 under referee Andrei, this ROMANIA: Liga 1 fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Rapid B, currently 3rd in the standings with 49 points from 27 games, are within reach of the top with 4 points behind. They've earned 24 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Universitatea Cluj, sitting 4th with 48 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 25 points from 14 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 14 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Rapid B and Universitatea Cluj have favored Universitatea Cluj, with Universitatea Cluj claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2). This fixture has generally favored Universitatea Cluj in recent years.

In their previous league match against Farul Constanta, Rapid B recorded a 1-3 defeat while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Aioani, Borza, Ciobotariu, Pascanu, Manea, Grameni, Keita, Christensen, Petrila, Talisson, Dobre. This shape emphasized attacking fluidity, with wide players providing constant threat in advanced positions.

Universitatea Cluj's last outing came against FC Botosani, where they secured a 3-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system.

Looking ahead, Rapid B are expected to maintain their 4-3-3 structure, while Universitatea Cluj are likely to counter with a 4-2-3-1 setup. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Rapid B's fixtures have averaged 2.2 goals per game, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Universitatea Cluj's games average 2.6 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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