A cross-border contest between a young and ambitious team from Hungary and a more established side from Romania
There is no history between these two clubs, and the competitive atmosphere of the match gives the coaches an opportunity to experiment tactically and give players time on the pitch. This Paksi FC vs CFR 1907 Cluj preview highlights a contrast in styles between a team with a high-intensity, high-tempo style of play and one that has a more measured, structured approach. The Paksi FC vs CFR 1907 Cluj odds of 2.35 for CFR 1907 Cluj are higher than they should be, while Paksi FC’s 2.90 is about right and the 3.30 draw looks too big. Cluj are the favourites to win, but Paksi’s tenacity and resilience at home in Hungary makes a Cluj win not a certainty. No recent form is available for Paksi FC, however, they have a reputation as a side in Hungarian football that makes visiting sides work hard for the win. Paksi FC will look to exploit any defensive lapses through the ability of János Hahn to finish off chances in the penalty area. Based on our Paksi FC vs CFR 1907 Cluj prediction, the Hungarian side could make things unexpectedly competitive.
Paksi will make it difficult for CFR 1907 Cluj
In contrast, CFR Cluj are a more experienced side that relies on structure and balance, and has the quality to control the game through possession and create chances by exploiting opposition weaknesses. CFR Cluj will have Ciprian Deac dictate the tempo and pose a real threat from set pieces. Our Paksi FC vs CFR 1907 Cluj prediction is that the Romanian side will likely dominate possession, but will face stiff resistance. CFR 1907 Cluj are unbeaten in their last five matches in all competitions (W3, D2) and undefeated in their eight club friendlies this season (W4, D4). Billel Omrani is a good striker who can score goals regularly and poses a constant threat inside the box. In terms of Paksi FC vs CFR 1907 Cluj betting tips, the average of 2 goals scored per match and 1.4 conceded in the last five games shows a balance between the attacking threat and the defensive vulnerabilities of the team. Cluj will try to be solid at the back and attack, but we believe Paksi will score at least one goal against a Cluj side that scores and concedes goals. For those reasons, we will go for both teams to score as the main bet with a narrow Cluj win as a result.
