CFR vs Braga Prediction – European League
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Here you find the best prediction for CFR vs BRAGA through the European League, alongside match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent performance and key statistics from their last games, to provide the best prediction for this match between CFR vs Braga.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between CFR vs Braga
The best prediction for this match in the European League is a victory for SC Braga. While the home team enjoys robust support from their fans, they face a formidable opponent with superior quality players. Moreover, historical encounters suggest an advantage for the visiting team, as Braga has emerged victorious in their last two meetings against CFR.
The best prediction for CFR vs Braga
Braga to win
Match preview: CFR vs Braga
CFR and Braga go head-to-head at the Stadionul Dr. Constantin Rădulescu in a match for the European League (Qualification Round 3). There are no recent records of direct matches between the two teams, as they haven’t played against each other in the past three years. Their last encounter was on 20th November 2012, where Cluj triumphed with a score of 3-1 over Braga. It is crucial to consider home and away performances, given that both teams display notably different results in home and away fixtures.
Team analysis: CFR
CFR is significantly stronger when playing at home, with their last 30 games yielding 2 wins, 10 draws, and 3 losses as visitors; compared to 9 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses on home turf. They approach this fixture following a home defeat to Universitatea Craiova (2-3). In their last 10 home matches across all competitions, CFR has secured 6 wins, with 2 draws and 2 losses.
In this competition, they have managed to maintain an unbeaten streak over their last 4 games. They demonstrate considerable defensive strength, having not conceded any goals in those 4 matches; however, improvements are necessary in their offensive play, failing to score in 3 of the last 4 games in the competition. Notably, in 15 games, they have never managed to recover after going behind in the 5 instances where they conceded first. Of interest, in the last 20 home matches across all competitions, they conceded 7 of their 20 goals between the minutes (31’–45 ′).
CFR Cluj arrives at this fixture seeking motivation after their recent 2-3 defeat against Universitate Craiova in a Romanian Championship match. They enter this phase of the European League after eliminating Lugano in the previous round. The home team typically employs a 4-3-3 formation, focusing on offensive transitions and attacking down the flanks. Key attacking players include Ciprian Deac, Virgiliu Postolachi, and Louis Munteanu, while midfielder Alin Ficão orchestrates their offensive play. Béni Nkololo will miss this match due to suspension.
Team analysis: Braga
Braga tends to thrive when benefiting from the home advantage, reflecting their recent form where they recorded 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses as visitors over the last 30 games, scoring 15 goals and conceding 14. At home, they have achieved 9 wins, 5 draws, and a single loss, scoring 27 goals and conceding 12. In their last 10 away matches, Braga has 3 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses. Although the team has conceded goals in 7 of those 10 games, their attack remains reliable, finding the net in 8 of those matches. When facing a first goal deficit, they have struggled, failing to overturn the scoreline in 4 out of 15 games.
SC Braga progresses in the European League following their elimination of Lexki in the previous round. The team generally adopts a tactical system of 4-3-3, prioritising offensive transitions. In this system, their attacking trio typically consists of Rodrigo Zalazar, Roger Fernandes, and Fran Navarro. During attacking phases, they prefer exploiting the right flank, with Victor Gomez standing out for his speed and technical skills, creating significant threats for the opposing defence and crafting goal opportunities. All players are fit for selection in this match.
The best prediction for CFR vs Braga
Braga to win
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