Petrolul Ploiesti vs CFR 1907 Cluj match summary and prediction — Liga I
Our model makes Petrolul Ploiesti the pick at 43% for Petrolul Ploiesti vs CFR 1907 Cluj. Form trajectory, comparison data, head-to-head and the reasoning behind the call.
Match summary
Petrolul Ploiesti face CFR 1907 Cluj on 31 October 2026. Petrolul Ploiesti are the model's favourite, with a win probability of roughly 43%. This matchday 14 fixture in Liga I is listed as Petrolul Ploiesti - CFR 1907 Cluj. Kick-off is 17:00 UTC.
Recent form and trajectory
Petrolul Ploiesti: they come in on a two-match winning sequence, following one draw and two defeats before that. That is two wins, one draw and two defeats from the last five, worth 7 points. It leaves them unbeaten in three. Their 2025-season record in our dataset (17 scored and 22 conceded in 17 matches, 1.0 and 1.29 per game) points to a fairly even balance between the two ends of the pitch. That is reflected in a form rating of 51.9 out of 100, and they sit 4th on a goal difference of +1.
CFR 1907 Cluj: they come in on the back of a defeat, following one win, one draw and two defeats before that. That is one win, one draw and three defeats from the last five, worth 4 points. It leaves them three games without a win. Their 2025-season record in our dataset (31 scored and 16 conceded in 20 matches, 1.55 and 0.8 per game) points to a side built on keeping the game tight rather than winning it early. That is reflected in a form rating of 48.1 out of 100, and they sit 9th on a goal difference of -1.
Side by side
| Statistic | Petrolul Ploiesti | CFR 1907 Cluj |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 4th | 9th |
| Goal difference | +1 | -1 |
| Form (last 5, most recent first) | WWDLL | LDLWL |
| Points from last 5 | 7 | 4 |
| Goals scored / conceded (last 5) | 11 / 6 | 5 / 9 |
| Clean sheets (last 5) | 1 | 1 |
| Matches in our dataset (2025 season) | 17 | 20 |
| Goals per game, scored / conceded (2025) | 1.0 / 1.29 | 1.55 / 0.8 |
| Points per game (2025) | 1.24 | 2.25 |
| Form rating (0-100) | 51.9 | 48.1 |
| Players unavailable | 0 | 0 |
| Model win probability | 43% | 27% |
What stands out
- Pre-match form ratings: Petrolul Ploiesti 51.9 versus CFR 1907 Cluj 48.1, a gap of 3.8, which aligns with the model's favourite.
- Availability: No absentees listed for either side in our injury feed at the time of writing.
- Goals outlook: A combined scoring line of 2.40, over 2.5 goals at 52% and both teams to score at 55%.
- First goal: Leans Petrolul Ploiesti's way at 50%.
The call
The model edges towards Petrolul Ploiesti at 43%, and 'edges' is doing real work in that sentence. Petrolul Ploiesti's form line and home advantage back it and the goals line points to over 2.5 goals.
Everything here is model output and a reading of the form rather than a guarantee — the probabilities are published in full so the reasoning behind the call is visible.
Frequently asked questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Petrolul Ploiesti or CFR 1907 Cluj?
Petrolul Ploiesti, with an implied win probability of roughly 43%. The full split is 43% Petrolul Ploiesti, 30% the draw and 27% CFR 1907 Cluj.
When and where is Petrolul Ploiesti vs CFR 1907 Cluj being played?
31 October 2026, kick-off 17:00 UTC.
What was the result of the last match between Petrolul Ploiesti and CFR 1907 Cluj?
CFR 1907 Cluj 2-1 Petrolul Ploiesti on 21 February 2026.
What is the recent form of Petrolul Ploiesti and CFR 1907 Cluj?
Petrolul Ploiesti have taken 7 points from their last five (WWDLL), CFR 1907 Cluj 4 from theirs (LDLWL). Most recently Petrolul Ploiesti took a 6-0 win away at Progresul Spartac and CFR 1907 Cluj a 1-3 defeat at home to Universitatea Cluj.
How many goals are expected in Petrolul Ploiesti vs CFR 1907 Cluj?
The model's combined scoring line is 2.40 — 1.60 for Petrolul Ploiesti and 0.80 for CFR 1907 Cluj. It rates over 2.5 goals at 52%.
Will both teams score?
The model rates both teams to score at 55%, so its call is yes.