FCSB enter this Playout matchup second in the Liga I table with 30 points from 4 games while Farul Constanta sit sixth with 23 points from 4.
Farul Constanta
- Ianis Zicu took the reins of Farul in June 2025 and has brought a more technical approach to the club’s playing style, with a more academy-inspired team playing in a 4-3-3 system.
- Farul build up the game in a more patient way, looking to dominate the ball in midfield before exploiting the channels either side of the opposition centre backs.
FCSB
Mirel Radoi has been in charge of FCSB since March 2026 and his team have increased their pressing intensity to overload the middle of the field with two strikers and create turnovers which lead to quick, vertical transitions.
Head-to-Head
- FCSB have won 4 of the last 5 head-to-head matchups with Farul Constanta in all competitions (1 draw).
- Farul Constanta have won 1 and lost 1 of their 2 home games in the Liga I Playout 2025/2026 (2 goals).
Key Players
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Players to watch:
- Radoi has brought a more aggressive mindset to FCSB’s pressing and centrality of play, which has seen Darius Olaru become a real focal point in the attack with 2 goals in 4 Playout games so far.
- Alexandru Isfan has been the most effective player for Farul this campaign with 1 goal and 1 assist in 4 Playout appearances.
Betting Insights
- FCSB should win this matchup considering their record against Farul and the fact that they’re currently the better side in the league, with the odds on an away win looking very reasonable at 1.75.
- However, we’re going for Over 2.5 goals at 1.75 as this is a more profitable bet and a clash of this nature is likely to see the floodgates open.
Prediction
With each side prioritising the attacking third of the pitch, we’re expecting both teams to score in this contest.
