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Minerul Lupeni vs Politehnica Timisoara - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
Romania
Romanian Cup Stadion Minerul, Lupeni 
Match Events
46'
46'
Sub
Ene C. In: Artean A.
Out: Ene C.
53'
53'
57'
57'
Burlacu R.
AI Match Summary
First leg ended 1-1. The second leg ended 1-1.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
28%
20%
52%
Draw rate projection: 20% Favored: Politehnica Timisoara
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
52%
/ Medium Confidence
- Politehnica Timisoara carry the better recent record into this one.
- Hard to split these two; draw probability sits at 44%.
- Politehnica Timisoara arrive in better shape, but cup ties don't always follow form.
- Historical meetings favor Minerul Lupeni, who have won 1 of the last 5 encounters.
- Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Over 0.5 Goals 85%
Over 1.5 Goals 56.5%
Over 2.5 Goals 25%
Over 3.5 Goals 6.5%
Over 4.5 Goals 3%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 25.200000000000003%
Minerul Lupeni Clean Sheet 23%
Politehnica Timisoara Clean Sheet 68%
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | Minerul Lupeni | Politehnica Timisoara |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 29 | 35 |
| Wins | 17 | 26 |
| Draws | 5 | 7 |
| Losses | 7 | 2 |
| Goals Scored | 1.31 | 1.71 |
| Goals Conceded | 0.76 | 0.63 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.06 | 1.00 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
Oct 28, 2026 Romanian Cup
Minerul Lupeni vs Politehnica Timisoara
1:1
May 10, 2025 Liga 3 - Seria 9
Politehnica Timisoara vs Minerul Lupeni
1:1
Apr 18, 2025 Liga 3 - Seria 9
Minerul Lupeni vs Politehnica Timisoara
2:0
Mar 29, 2025 Liga 3 - Seria 9
Politehnica Timisoara vs Minerul Lupeni
3:1
Nov 2, 2024 Liga 3 - Seria 9
Politehnica Timisoara vs Minerul Lupeni
0:1
Key Player Impact Analysis
Key performers and expected goal involvement factors
Minerul Lupeni Compare
Top Goalscorer Bedea A.
1 Goals Avg xG / game 0.82
Avg xA / game 0.53
Politehnica Timisoara Compare
Top Goalscorer Burlacu R.
1 Goals Avg xG / game 0.91
Avg xA / game 0.56
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Minerul Lupeni 37 / 100
Politehnica Timisoara 32 / 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
Minerul Lupeni Politehnica Timisoara
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
Primary Pick Politehnica Timisoara Win (2)
Secondary Pick Under 2.5 Goals or BTTS No
Correct Score 0:1
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
Minerul Lupeni scored in 76% of their last 29 games.
Historical meetings average 2.20 goals per match.
Solid form: Minerul Lupeni remains unbeaten in 3 of 5 recent matches.
Politehnica Timisoara's defensive record shows goals conceded in 46% of 35 matches.
Scoring Trends
Minerul Lupeni VS Politehnica Timisoara
1.13 Goals Scored 1.25
0.75 Goals Conceded 1
50% Over 1.5 63%
38% Over 2.5 25%
0% Over 3.5 13%
Recent Form & Match History
Minerul Lupeni
(Home) 23 Oct
CS Drobeta-Turnu Severin
3 : 0 Minerul Lupeni
17 Oct
Minerul Lupeni
1 : 1 Pausesti-Otasau
09 Oct
CSO Filiasi
0 : 1 Minerul Lupeni
03 Oct
Minerul Lupeni
2 : 0 Curtisoara
26 Sept
Farcasesti
2 : 1 Minerul Lupeni
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17 Oct
Minerul Lupeni
1 : 1 Pausesti-Otasau
03 Oct
Minerul Lupeni
2 : 0 Curtisoara
22 Sept
Minerul Lupeni
1 : 0 CSM Targu Jiu
12 Sept
Minerul Lupeni
3 : 0 Unirea Bascov
02 Sept
Minerul Lupeni
0 : 3 FC UTA Arad
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Politehnica Timisoara
(Away) 24 Oct
Politehnica Timisoara
1 : 0 FC Bacau
17 Oct
Ramnicu Valcea
0 : 1 Politehnica Timisoara
08 Oct
Politehnica Timisoara
1 : 1 Steaua Bucuresti
19 Sept
Popesti Leordeni
3 : 4 Politehnica Timisoara
12 Sept
Politehnica Timisoara
2 : 1 Stefanesti
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17 Oct
Ramnicu Valcea
0 : 1 Politehnica Timisoara
19 Sept
Popesti Leordeni
3 : 4 Politehnica Timisoara
06 Sept
CSM Satu Mare
1 : 1 Politehnica Timisoara
22 Aug
Concordia
1 : 5 Politehnica Timisoara
08 Aug
Selimbar
1 : 1 Politehnica Timisoara
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League Standings (Group 1)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC UTA Arad | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5:2 | 4 |
| 2 | Rapid Bucuresti | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2:0 | 4 |
| 3 | Corvinul Hunedoara | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1:0 | 4 |
| 4 | FC Botosani | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 1 |
| 5 | Politehnica Timisoara | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
| 6 | Minerul Lupeni | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:3 | 0 |
Promotion - Romanian Cup (Play Offs)
League Standings (Group 2)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Universitatea Cluj | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 2 | Concordia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5:2 | 3 |
| 3 | CFR Cluj | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:1 | 3 |
| 4 | Petrolul | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6:1 | 3 |
| 5 | Sepsi | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:3 | 0 |
| 6 | Progresul Spartac | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2:11 | 0 |
Promotion - Romanian Cup (Play Offs)
League Standings (Group 3)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Bihor | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4:3 | 4 |
| 2 | FCSB | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5:0 | 3 |
| 3 | Miercurea Ciuc | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:2 | 3 |
| 4 | CSM Corona Brasov | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2:2 | 1 |
| 5 | Gloria Bistrita | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
| 6 | Campionii Arges | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:5 | 0 |
Promotion - Romanian Cup (Play Offs)
League Standings (Group 4)
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dinamo Bucuresti | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 3 |
| 2 | Univ. Craiova | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
| 3 | Voluntari | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
| 4 | FC Bacau | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
| 5 | Chindia Targoviste | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
| 6 | Sporting Liesti | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:4 | 0 |
Promotion - Romanian Cup (Play Offs)
