Today, CFR Cluj faced Oțelul in a crucial match of Superliga Round 22. The match kicked off at 17:45 at the “Dr. Constantin Rădulescu” Stadium. Home team CFR Cluj aims to close the gap to the play-off spots, while Oțelul hopes to maintain its position.
Match Overview: CFR Cluj vs. Oțelul
The teams entered the field with the following line-ups:
CFR Cluj Starting XI (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: Vâlceanu
- Defenders: Kun, Masic, Abeid, Camora
- Midfielders: Muhar, Djokovic, Păun
- Forwards: Cordea, Aliev, Korenica
Oțelul Starting XI (4-2-3-1)
- Goalkeeper: Dur-Bozoancă
- Defenders: Zhelev, Zivulic (captain), P. Iacob, Conrado
- Midfielders: Pedro Nuno, Joao Paulo
- Forwards: Bordun, A. Ciobanu, Andrezinho, Patrick
Key Moments from the Match
The action began with Păun scoring early for CFR Cluj in the 3rd minute, taking advantage of mistakes in Oțelul’s defense. The home side maintained pressure throughout the first half.
In the 24th minute, Oțelul’s Conrado received a red card after fouling an opponent in a crucial defensive position. This moment shifted the momentum heavily in favor of CFR Cluj, who looked to capitalize on their one-man advantage.
Historical Context and Statistics
Historically, CFR Cluj has dominated encounters with Oțelul, winning 17 of their 27 prior meetings. Oțelul has claimed victory five times, with another five matches ending in a draw. When playing at home against Oțelul, CFR has a strong record, including eight wins in thirteen matches.
Recent Performances
- CFR Cluj has recorded three wins and three draws in their last seven home games.
- Oțelul has won three out of ten away matches this season and drawn three.
- CFR Cluj has the highest number of shots on target in the league, with 126 compared to Oțelul’s 99.
- CFR Cluj’s defense has conceded only three goals in their last eight matches, while Oțelul has not conceded in eight matches prior to this game.
The last encounter between these two teams in the Superliga took place on August 24, 2025, where Oțelul triumphed with a score of 4-1, indicating the competitive nature of their recent clashes.
As the match progresses, both teams continue to fight for their respective goals in the Superliga, making this encounter pivotal for their seasons.
