CFR Cluj vs Petrolul Ploieşti predictions, Feb 21, 2026

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As CFR Cluj prepares to host Petrolul Ploiești on February 21, 2026, the matchup promises to be a compelling clash in the Romanian SuperLiga. CFR Cluj has demonstrated strong form recently, securing victories in four of their last five matches. Their ability to capitalize on home advantage will be crucial, as they look to maintain momentum and assert dominance on the pitch.

In contrast, Petrolul Ploiești has had a more varied recent performance, winning only two of their last five encounters. While they still possess the capability to cause an upset, their inconsistency could be a significant concern heading into this contest.

Tactically, CFR Cluj may lean on their solid defensive organization and quick transitions to exploit any vulnerabilities in Petrolul’s backline. Meanwhile, Petrolul Ploiești will need to focus on creative midfield play and efficient finishing to challenge their hosts effectively.

According to bookmaker odds, CFR Cluj is favored with a probability of 62.5% for a home win, while Petrolul Ploiești faces an uphill battle with a 15.3% chance of victory. As the match approaches, both teams will be keen to assert their strategies, making this a matchup worth watching for fans and bettors alike.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-02-15T10:52:03+00:00.

Cluj
55.9%
Draw
26.6%
Ploiesti
17.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

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Latest Results

10.02.26 CFR Cluj – Rapid Bucureşti – 1:1
07.02.26 CFR Cluj – Universitatea Cluj – 3:2
04.02.26 UTA Arad – CFR Cluj – 0:1
30.01.26 CFR Cluj – Metaloglobus Bucureşti – 4:2
25.01.26 FCSB – CFR Cluj – 1:4
13.02.26 Petrolul Ploieşti – Argeș Pitești – 2:1
10.02.26 Sănătatea Servicii Publice Cluj – Petrolul Ploieşti – 1:3
06.02.26 Rapid Bucureşti – Petrolul Ploieşti – 1:1
03.02.26 Petrolul Ploieşti – CSM Unirea Slobozia – 1:0
30.01.26 FC Dinamo Bucureşti – Petrolul Ploieşti – 1:1

Facts

  • This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 7 in the zone Superliga (Relegation Group: ) and 12 in the zone Superliga (Relegation Group: )).
  • Ploiesti is Superliga (Relegation Group )
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Cluj won 3.
  • Cluj has been on a winning streak and is in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Ploiesti is in very good shape now (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • In this match, Cluj is the team to beat.
  • We predict that Cluj will win today’s game, with odds of 1.65.
  • In the last 18 head-to-head matches, Cluj won 7 matches, drew 6 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 20:15. (average 1.1:0.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Cluj won 4 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 7:3. (average 0.9:0.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    20.10.25 Petrolul Ploieşti – CFR Cluj – 1:0
    22.02.25 CFR Cluj – Petrolul Ploieşti – 2:0
    19.10.24 Petrolul Ploieşti – CFR Cluj – 0:0
    03.02.24 Petrolul Ploieşti – CFR Cluj – 1:2
    18.09.23 CFR Cluj – Petrolul Ploieşti – 1:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Univ. Craiova 26 14 8 4 46:25 21 50
    2 FC Rapid Bucuresti 26 14 7 5 41:24 17 49
    3 Din. Bucuresti 26 13 10 3 40:23 17 49
    4 U. Cluj 27 13 6 8 38:25 13 45
    5 FC Arges 27 13 4 10 35:28 7 43
    6 FC Botosani 27 11 9 7 35:22 13 42
    7 CFR Cluj 26 11 8 7 42:38 4 41
    8 UTA Arad 27 11 8 8 33:36 -3 41
    9 Otelul 27 11 7 9 37:24 13 40
    10 FCSB 26 11 7 8 39:33 6 40
    11 Farul Constanta 26 9 7 10 35:32 3 34
    12 Petrolul ✔ 27 6 10 11 21:28 -7 28
    13 Csikszereda M. Ciuc ✔ 27 6 7 14 26:56 -30 25
    14 Unirea Slobozia ✔ 26 7 3 16 26:40 -14 24
    15 FC Hermannstadt ✔ 26 3 8 15 23:46 -23 17
    16 Metaloglobus Bucharest ✔ 27 2 5 20 21:58 -37 11

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