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Metalul Buzau vs Universitatea Cluj

Romania Romania

Romanian Cup Stadionul Cornel Negoescu - artificial grass
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Match Events

8'
Nica A.
45'
Mikanovic D.
45' Event
Dumitrache V.
(Penalty)

AI Match Summary

The Romanian Cup game between Metalul Buzau and Universitatea Cluj finished 1-2, a result that aligned with the model's pre-match lean toward Universitatea Cluj.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

90%
Metalul Buzau
6%
Draws
4%
Universitatea Cluj
Draw rate projection: 6% Favored: Metalul Buzau

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

95% / Very High Confidence
  • Universitatea Cluj haven't matched Metalul Buzau's recent run of results.
  • Win probability leans Metalul Buzau's way, sitting at 90%.
  • Knockout football tends to sharpen focus — no second leg to fall back on.
  • High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 82%
Over 2.5 Goals 78%
Over 3.5 Goals 26.5%
Over 4.5 Goals 12%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 71%
Metalul Buzau Clean Sheet 20%
Universitatea Cluj Clean Sheet 10%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Metalul Buzau Universitatea Cluj
Matches Played 29 25
Wins 18 14
Draws 3 3
Losses 8 8
Goals Scored 2.8 0.13
Goals Conceded 0.8 1.25
Expected Goals (xG) 2.80 0.13
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 0.80 1.25

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Oct 29, 2025 Romanian Cup
Metalul Buzau vs Universitatea Cluj
1:2
Aug 29, 2024 Romanian Cup
Metalul Buzau vs Universitatea Cluj
1:0

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Metalul Buzau Compare

Avg xG / game 2.15
Avg xA / game 1.4

Universitatea Cluj Compare

Top Goalscorer Trica A.
1 Goals
Assists Leader Taiwo Q.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 0.12
Avg xA / game 0.07

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Metalul Buzau 85 / 100
Universitatea Cluj 10 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Metalul Buzau Universitatea Cluj

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick MET Win (1)
Secondary Pick Over 2.5 Goals & BTTS Yes
Correct Score 2:1
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Metalul Buzau found the back of the net in 83% of recent matches (29 games).

Solid form: Metalul Buzau remains unbeaten in 5 of 5 recent matches.

Universitatea Cluj has conceded goals in 68% of their last 25 outings.

These sides typically produce 2.00 goals when they meet.

Scoring Trends

Metalul Buzau VS Universitatea Cluj
2.8 Goals Scored 0.13
0.8 Goals Conceded 1.25
60% Over 1.5 38%
60% Over 2.5 25%
40% Over 3.5 13%

League Standings

PosTeamPWDLGDPts
1Campionii Arges33007:49
2CFR Cluj31207:35
3Rapid Bucuresti31116:34
4CSC Dumbravita31023:73
5Metaloglobus Bucharest30216:72
6CSM Slatina30123:81
PosTeamPWDLGDPts
1Univ. Craiova321010:37
2Gloria Bistrita32014:46
3FC UTA Arad31114:24
4Petrolul31114:64
5FCSB31115:64
6Sanatatea Cluj30033:90
PosTeamPWDLGDPts
1Universitatea Cluj32106:37
2Metalul Buzau32019:66
3Otelul31115:64
4Miercurea Ciuc31116:24
5Sepsi30212:32
6Sporting Liesti30127:151
PosTeamPWDLGDPts
1Dinamo Bucuresti32105:17
2FC Hermannstadt32014:36
3Farul Constanta31205:15
4FC Botosani31115:64
5Concordia31025:43
6CS Din. Bucuresti30031:100