Match Prediction
Match Prediction
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The Petrolul vs Farul Constanta prediction for January 25, 2026, is shaping up to be one of the more intriguing fixtures in this round of the Romanian Superliga. Both sides are looking to break out of recent slumps, and with the match scheduled for a midday kickoff at Stadionul Ilie Oană, fans and punters alike are eager to see which team can find a spark. Our Petrolul vs Farul Constanta prediction dives deep into form, tactics, and the latest betting odds, offering a clear, human perspective on what to expect.
Petrolul Ploiești and Farul Constanța enter Round 23 with more questions than answers. The hosts, Petrolul, sit in 13th place and have endured a tough stretch: no wins in their last five matches, four defeats, and a single draw. Their attack has been particularly blunt, averaging just 0.2 goals per game while conceding 2.2. Their most recent outing, a 0-4 loss to Universitatea Craiova, did little to lift spirits.
Farul Constanța, meanwhile, are only slightly better off in 11th place. Their last five games have yielded three draws and two losses, with a modest 0.6 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per match. It’s been over two months since their last league win, and their most recent result—a 1-1 draw at home to Hermannstadt—suggests they’re still searching for rhythm.
The head to head record is firmly in Farul’s favor. In their last five meetings, Farul have won four times, with one draw. The last time these two met, Farul edged Petrolul 1-0, a result that could easily repeat itself if recent trends continue.
Petrolul have tried to shake things up, recently signing Andres Dumitrescu, a versatile defender with cup pedigree from Sepsi OSK. But injuries are a headache: Kilian Ludewig (ankle), Denis Radu, Valentin Ticu (ligament), and M. Radulescu (knee) are all sidelined, while Paul Papp is walking a suspension tightrope.
Farul Constanța have seen little transfer drama, with young goalkeeper David Dincă set to depart after limited action. Their core remains intact, with Ionuț Vînă, C. Ganea, and I. Larie providing experience and stability. Farul’s tactical setup under Ianis Zicu is pragmatic—expect a balanced approach, with an emphasis on defensive organization and quick transitions.
Both clubs have storied histories and passionate supporters. Petrolul, celebrating over a century of football, have recently faced off-field challenges, while Farul, with former international Ciprian Marica as a minority shareholder, are always eager to punch above their weight.
Now, let’s get to the numbers that matter for our Petrolul vs Farul Constanta prediction. The current betting odds paint a picture of a tight contest: Petrolul are slight underdogs at 2.92 for a home win, with Farul at 3.0 and the draw at 3.05. Our AI’s analysis leans toward the away side, giving the most likely outcome as a Farul win (2) with a confidence rating of 1.8 and odds of 3.0.
The total goals market is especially interesting. Both teams have struggled to find the net, and NerdyTips’ AI recommends under 2.5 goals as the best bet, with odds of 1.65 and a trust rating of 6.0/10. The predicted final score is a tight 0:1 in favor of Farul, with a goalless first half expected. That means if you’re expecting fireworks, you might want to bring your own—goals could be at a premium.
With squad values at €8.93m for Petrolul and €11.25m for Farul, the away side has a slight edge in resources. But as Petrolul showed by holding FCSB to a shock draw away (at odds of 6.75!), surprises do happen—though the stats suggest it’s unlikely here.
All signs point to a low-scoring, hard-fought affair. Farul’s superior head to head record, slightly better form, and more settled squad make them the narrow favorites in our Petrolul vs Farul Constanta prediction. The best betting tip is under 2.5 total goals, and if you’re feeling brave, a punt on Farul to win at 3.0 could be justified. Just don’t expect a goal fest—unless, of course, both teams decide to throw the script out the window. In Romanian football, that’s never entirely out of the question.
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Away win/draw and under 4.5 goals
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0:1
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3
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7
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 Farul C |
01-Sep-25
2:1
| Petrolul  |
| Petrolul |
28-Apr-25
0:1
| Farul C |
| Farul C |
03-Feb-25
2:1
| Petrolul |
| Petrolul |
14-Sep-24
1:1
| Farul C |
| Farul C |
10-Dec-23
3:1
| Petrolul |
| Petrolul |
06-Aug-23
3:2
| Farul C |
| Farul C |
18-Feb-23
2:0
| Petrolul |
| Petrolul |
16-Sep-22
1:3
| Farul C |
| Farul C |
06-Jul-22
1:2
| Petrolul |
| Petrolul |
06-Jul-22
2:1
| Farul C |
Recent Matches of Petrolul| 30 Jan |
Dinamo B.
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| Petrolul.
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| 25 Jan | L |
Petrolul.
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0:1
| Farul C.
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| 19 Jan | L |
Petrolul.
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0:4
| Univ. Craiov.
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| 11 Jan | L |
GKS Katowice.
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3:0
| Petrolul.
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| 09 Jan | W |
Karagumruk.
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1:2
| Petrolul.
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| 06 Jan | D |
Gaziantep.
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1:1
| Petrolul.
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| 21 Dec | D |
AFC H.
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1:1
| Petrolul.
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| 14 Dec | L |
Petrolul.
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0:1
| U. Cluj.
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| 08 Dec | L |
UTA Arad.
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1:0
| Petrolul.
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| 04 Dec | L |
Petrolul.
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0:4
| Univ. Craiov.
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Recent Matches of Farul C
| 25 Jan | W | Petrolul. |
0:1 |
Farul C. |
| 17 Jan | D | Farul C. |
1:1 |
AFC H. |
| 10 Jan | L | Farul C. |
1:2 |
Cherno More. |
| 21 Dec | L |  U. Cluj. |
1:0 |
Farul C. |
| 15 Dec | D | Farul C. |
1:1 |
UTA Arad. |
| 07 Dec | L |  Metaloglobus. |
2:1 |
Farul C. |
| 03 Dec | D | Farul C. |
0:0 |
Dinamo B. |
| 30 Nov | L | Farul C. |
1:2 |
FCSB. |
| 23 Nov | D |  Otelul. |
2:2 |
Farul C. |
| 07 Nov | W | Farul C. |
2:0 |
FC Botosani. |
Romania - Liga I| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
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| 1 |
Universitatea | 23 | 43-20 | 46 |
| 2 |
Dinamo | 23 | 35-19 | 44 |
| 3 |
Rapid | 22 | 35-20 | 42 |
| 4 |
Arges Pitesti | 23 | 30-21 | 40 |
| 5 |
FC Botosani | 23 | 30-18 | 38 |
| 6 |
Oţelul | 23 | 35-19 | 36 |
| 7 |
Universitatea | 23 | 27-20 | 36 |
| 8 |
Uta Arad | 22 | 29-30 | 35 |
| 9 |
CFR 1907 Cluj | 23 | 34-34 | 32 |
| 10 |
Farul | 23 | 28-26 | 31 |
| 11 |
FCSB | 23 | 32-31 | 31 |
| 12 |
Unirea | 23 | 22-35 | 21 |
| 13 |
Petrolul | 23 | 16-25 | 20 |
| 14 |
Csikszereda | 23 | 22-51 | 19 |
| 15 |
AFC | 23 | 19-38 | 14 |
| 16 |
Metaloglobus | 23 | 19-49 | 11 |
