UTA Arad vs U Craiova 1948 tips and predictions

Visitors poised to stutter

It's seventh placed UTA Arad versus 15th placed U Craiova 1948 in this Liga 1 clash as the hosts look to build on the 12 points between the sides.

UTA Arad taking on U Craiova 1948 should be a pulsating game. Having studied the odds available the home side is favoured to get the job done.

For UTA Arad to come through this challenge they'll need to build on the positives of their recent displays. The hosts have got 5 home wins from their last 6 games while the travelling side has been flattering to deceive at times. They've lost 11 of their last 17 matches. That might not be the right preparation for this.

The hosts have been making the most of a recent purple patch at their own ground. UTA Arad scored three or more goals in 3 of their recent 5 home matches.

In front of goal the visitors have seemed underwhelming. They've been goalless in 6 of their last 8 away matches. But while the stats don't give them huge confidence in front of goal they will surely look for deeper penetration during this match. Despite these stats suggesting they are struggling to find form, if U Craiova 1948 come out motivated, then all bets are off.

You'll be aware of how this match has gone in the past. UTA Arad have won 3 of the last 4 fixtures between the two teams. You can take it or leave it but the head-to-head stats give reasons to be confident in them.

It's quite possible this is a match that will simply depend on which side is the first out of the blocks. The match could develop into a battle of attrition with the two sides ultimately being pretty even. It's not a strong view and it won't be for everyone, but the No BTTS bet is fair enough.