Match Prediction
Match Prediction
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If you’re searching for the most insightful Uta Arad vs SCM Gloria Buzau prediction, you’ve come to the right place. As the Liga I season draws to a close, all eyes are on Stadionul Francisc von Neuman this May 17, where third-placed Uta Arad are set to host a struggling SCM Gloria Buzau side. With a comfortable seven-place gap in the standings and a 1.13 home win price in the betting odds, many expect this to be a routine afternoon for the hosts. But Romanian football stats—and a dash of recent drama—remind us that nothing is ever truly routine in Liga I.
Let’s dive into the numbers that shape the Uta Arad vs SCM Gloria Buzau prediction. Uta Arad enters this match with 30 points, sitting comfortably in third place, while Gloria Buzau languishes in 10th with just 16 points. The gulf in quality is further underlined by their respective squad values: Uta’s €9.02 million dwarfs Buzau’s €6.06 million, a difference that often translates directly onto the pitch. The hosts are not just favorites—they’re heavy favorites, with sports betting markets offering just 1.13 for a home win.
AI-powered projections back up these odds. Our simulated Liga I prediction expects Uta Arad to control 67% of possession, fire 18 shots (five on target), and allow Buzau only 33% of the ball and a mere five attempts (one on target). It’s a lopsided forecast, painting a picture of dominance that aligns with the teams’ head to head history—Uta’s narrow 1-0 away win last October (at 1.8 odds) showcased their ability to grind out results even when not at their sparkling best.
While the home side’s attacking stats are impressive, don’t expect a goal fest. The under 3.5 goals market is trading at 1.64, and with only 21.64% of Liga I matches historically clearing that mark, it’s a prudent bet. Our AI gives this market a 3.6 out of 10 trust rating—cautious, but logical. Uta Arad’s recent 3-1 upset of CFR Cluj (at a whopping 6.35 odds) and Buzau’s 2-0 shock defeat at Hermannstadt (6.0 odds) prove that underdogs can occasionally rewrite the script. Still, the most likely scenario is a controlled 2-0 win for Uta, with a 1-0 halftime lead and little drama.
Corners could play a decisive role in dictating tempo. Uta is expected to win six corners to Buzau’s two, a stat that not only reflects their attacking intent but also their ability to pin opponents back. In a league where 41.9% of matches end in home wins and the BTTS (both teams to score) rate sits at 46.5%, the numbers lean heavily toward a clean sheet for the hosts. The only thing more surreal than the projected 0 yellow cards—a rare feat in any Romanian football stats table—is the fact that the referee for this contest remains a mystery. Perhaps the league is keeping us all in suspense, or maybe they’re just waiting for the right candidate to draw the first card.
If you’re weighing up your own Uta Arad vs Gloria Buzau odds for sports betting, it’s worth remembering that Liga I can be as unpredictable as it is statistical. While Uta Arad’s home record and superior squad value make them the clear pick, recent upsets across the league serve as a gentle reminder: never take anything for granted in Romanian football.
In summary, the Uta Arad vs SCM Gloria Buzau prediction is a 2-0 home win, with the hosts expected to dominate possession, shots, and corners. The under 3.5 goals market looks sensible, but if recent head to head results and league trends are anything to go by, there’s always room for a surprise. For those seeking the edge in Liga I prediction and betting odds, keeping an eye on corners and halftime scores might just be the winning play.
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Meaningless match!
U3.5 -156
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -1561 -769
Uta Arad is expected to win with odds of -769Under 3.5 -156
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchNo -189
At least one team is not expected to score1&U5.5 -357
Home win and under 5.5 goals
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17-May-25
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03-Mar-25
1:1
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26-Oct-24
1:0
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27-Sep-23
1:2
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04-Jun-23
5:1
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28-May-23
0:0
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09-Nov-22
1:3
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Recent Matches of Uta Arad| 31 Jan |
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Recent Matches of SCM G
Romania - Liga I| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
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| 1 |
AFC | 9 | 12-8 | 36 |
| 2 |
Oţelul | 9 | 13-5 | 35 |
| 3 |
Petrolul | 9 | 10-10 | 31 |
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Uta Arad | 9 | 9-11 | 31 |
| 5 |
Farul | 9 | 12-9 | 31 |
| 6 |
FC Botosani | 9 | 11-12 | 29 |
| 7 |
Politehnica | 9 | 9-5 | 28 |
| 8 |
Unirea | 9 | 11-8 | 27 |
| 9 |
Sepsi OSK Sfantu | 9 | 7-16 | 26 |
| 10 |
SCM Gloria | 9 | 4-14 | 17 |
