FC Botoșani
- FC Botoșani are 2nd in SuperLiga on 33 points from 17 matches.
- FCB coach Leontin Grozavu has transformed this once-sleepy club from a second-tier minnow into a consistent top-half performer in the Romanian top flight and they should have the nous and steel to claim a win in Wednesday’s Cupa României group stage match against Hermannstadt, making this FC Botosani vs AFC Hermannstadt betting tips particularly interesting for those following Romanian football.
- Grozavu has installed a pragmatic, defensively organized system that is well-disciplined at its core, but can also be explosive on the wings when needed.
- His team play a narrow 4-2-3-1, often shifting to a back-five out of possession, and can be patient, tough and compact in defence.
- Leading scorer Sebastian Mailat is their best player and the most immediate threat from a limited team, while Mykola Kovtalyuk is a big, physical presence at the top of the pitch who can score goals or provide the necessary hold-up play.
- Zoran Mitrov provides the creativity and occasional goal from midfield to get Botoșani off the mark.
AFC Hermannstadt
- AFC Hermannstadt are 15th in the SuperLiga on 12 points from 17 games and are near the relegation zone.
- Marius Măldărășanu has had less success with Hermannstadt, who are 15th in the SuperLiga with 12 points from 17 matches, but he has the talent and pedigree to get this squad to perform in this Cupa României matchup, even if his squad are lacking some key attacking talent due to injury - something to consider for our FC Botosani vs AFC Hermannstadt betting tips.
- Aurelian Chițu is Hermannstadt’s top scorer and most reliable finisher, but with Silviu Balaure out, there are not too many other places to turn if he has a bad day.
- Sergiu Buș provides a physical presence up front and is the team’s joint top scorer, so he will be a direct threat on Wednesday.
- Hermannstadt play a vertical 4-3-3 system with high pressing, quick transitions, and attacks on the flanks designed to overload and create chances in transition.
Head-to-Head
FC Botoșani have a psychological edge over Hermannstadt, having more wins in their head-to-head meetings. If you’re looking for the FC Botosani vs AFC Hermannstadt prediction, this history definitely influences the expectations for this clash.
Key Players
- For Botoșani
- Sebastian Mailat - Leading scorer and immediate attacking threat.
- Mykola Kovtalyuk - Big, physical presence who can score or hold up play.
- Zoran Mitrov - Provides creativity and occasional goals from midfield.
- For Hermannstadt
- Aurelian Chițu - Top scorer and most reliable finisher.
- Sergiu Buș - Physical forward and joint top scorer.
- Silviu Balaure - Out injured, reducing attacking options.
Betting Insights
- The odds are 2.09 for Botoșani to beat Hermannstadt, 3.45 for Hermannstadt, and the tie is 3.1.
- Stadionul Municipal will be cold and the field slick, both of which should favor Botoșani.
- The hosts have a more consistent team, are in much better form and have a head-to-head advantage over Hermannstadt - factors that strengthen the FC Botosani vs AFC Hermannstadt betting tips for the home side.
- The ‘Under 2.5 goals’ market at 1.62 is attractive as Botoșani have been involved in low-to-moderate scoring games in 2025 and Hermannstadt need a win and can’t really afford to push forward recklessly.
Prediction
We’re going with a two goal win, 2-0 or 2-1 , for Botoșani as they can’t afford to lose points in the group stage, while Hermannstadt are desperate for a result to keep their knockout hopes alive. Considering the FC Botosani vs AFC Hermannstadt betting tips, backing Botoșani for a home win appears to be a solid choice.
