FC Rapid Bucuresti 1-2 CFR Cluj: Result, 4 May 2026
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Final Result
FC RapidBucuresti
1 : 2
[0-2]
CFRCluj
- 58'O. MorutanT. Christensen
- 85'A. Pascanu
- 18'L. ZahovicC. Braun
- 35'A. Cordea (pen.)
- 46'C. Braun
60%Possession40%
7Shots on Target4
5Corners7
Yellow Cards
Match details
5Corners7
Substitutions
- 44'O. Morutan↔TalissonFC Rapid Bucuresti
- 46'D. Hazrollaj↔K. KeitaFC Rapid Bucuresti
- 46'D. Ciobotariu↔C. GrameniFC Rapid Bucuresti
- 46'R. Salceanu↔A. BorzaFC Rapid Bucuresti
- 65'A. Sfait↔L. BilibocCFR Cluj
- 65'A. Aliev↔L. ZahovicCFR Cluj
- 67'B. Burmaz↔D. ParaschivFC Rapid Bucuresti
- 82'A. Paun↔A. CordeaCFR Cluj
- 82'D. Djokovic↔K. MuharCFR Cluj
- 90'M. Ilie↔M. KorenicaCFR Cluj
Match Feed
Commentary
18'
Luka Zahović (goals)
Match Info
VenueStadionul Rapid-Giulesti, Bucharest
RefereeFlorin Andrei, Romania
Added Time H1+2 min
Added Time H2+4 min
Match Statistics
20Total Shots17
7Shots on Target5
8Shots off Target7
5Blocked Shots5
11Shots in Box10
507Passes346
445Accurate Passes267
5Corners7
10Fouls8
0Offsides2
1Yellow Cards1
2Saves7
Recent Form
Bucuresti
WWWDW
Cluj
WLDWW
League Table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dinamo Bucuresti | 10 | 7 | 2 | 1 | +16 | 23 | |
| 2 | FC Rapid Bucuresti | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | +8 | 21 | |
| 3 | Univ. Craiova | 10 | 6 | 2 | 2 | +15 | 20 | |
| 4 | Petrolul | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | +1 | 19 | |
| 5 | U. Cluj | 9 | 5 | 0 | 4 | +1 | 15 | |
| 6 | Farul Constanta | 10 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 14 | |
| 7 | Corvinul | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | +2 | 13 | |
| 8 | CFR Cluj | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | +1 | 13 | |
| 9 | Sepsi Sf. Gheorghe | 10 | 3 | 4 | 3 | -3 | 13 | |
| 10 | UTA Arad | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | -1 | 12 |
Player Statistics
CFR Cluj
IS
Islam Slimani
Top scorer · 1
IS
Islam Slimani
Top assists · 2
| Player | Min | G | A | Sh | On | Tkl | Y | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islam Slimani | 441 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Ciprian Deac © | 236 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
Head to Head
FC Rapid Bucuresti
0
Draws
1
3 played
CFR Cluj
2
0%67%
Previous Meetings
02.08.2026Liga I
Rapid Bucuresti
3 - 1
CFR Cluj04.05.2026Liga I
Rapid Bucuresti
1 - 2
CFR Cluj20.03.2026Liga I
CFR Cluj
1 - 0
Rapid BucurestiOur Prediction
Our model predicts a 35% chance of a draw. The most likely scoreline is a 0-0 or 1-1 stalemate.
Top scorelines
0-01-1
Key Insights
Cluj concedes only 0.75 goals per away game.Rapid has the highest progressive passing accuracy in the league (82%).Under 2.5 goals has a 70% probability based on current form.Average cards per match for this derby is 6.2.
Cards and Corners
StatBucurestiCluj
Yellow Cards
3
4
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
7
3
High card expectancy due to the intense rivalry. Corners will likely favor Rapid as they dominate territory.
FC Rapid Bucuresti vs CFR Cluj: Liga I Tactical Analysis
27 April 2026Introduction
The Romanian Liga I delivers a blockbuster clash between FC Rapid Bucuresti and CFR Cluj, two titans of the league with contrasting tactical philosophies. Rapid Bucuresti emphasizes a fluid possession-based game, utilizing high full-backs to stretch the opposition. CFR Cluj, synonymous with tactical pragmatism, relies on a deep-lying defensive block and clinical finishing on the break. Historically, this fixture is defined by high intensity and tactical fouling to disrupt rhythm. Metrics indicate that Cluj remains the league leader in defensive aerial duels, while Rapid excels in the middle-third transition speed. With both teams vying for top positions, the match will likely hinge on individual brilliance within a very tight structural framework. The tactical battle between Rapid's creative interior midfielders and Cluj's anchor man will be the primary focus for analysts.
Match Overview
A high-tension atmosphere where a single tactical error could define the outcome. Expect low risk-taking in the first half.
Team Analysis
Rapid Bucuresti's home scoring record is impressive, averaging 1.8 goals. Their weakness lies in the space left behind their advancing full-backs. CFR Cluj is the master of game management, often winning matches with less than 40% possession by exploiting set-pieces and defensive lapses.
Tactical Analysis
High-Efficiency Tactical Setup: Cluj's 5-3-2 defensive shell.Defensive Vulnerability Insight: Rapid's susceptibility to long-ball counters.High-Impact Substitution Patterns: Rapid's use of 'impact' wingers in the final 20 minutes.
Head to Head
CFR Cluj has a slight edge in recent years, though Rapid has won two of the last three encounters at home.
Verdict
A tactical draw is the most logical outcome, as Cluj's defensive resilience is expected to cancel out Rapid's creative attacking maneuvers.
FAQ
What is the key tactic for Cluj?+
CFR Cluj relies on a deep defensive block and clinical execution of set-pieces.
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