U Cluj vs. Pandurii Tg Jiu - Preview

U is still an undefeated team under Niculescu’s guidance but, winning only at home and drawing away doesn’t help them in achieving an European position. They are 7 points behind Steaua in the standings and they look like a team without an objective now, therefore without any special pressure on the players. They are coming after a 1-1 draw at Brasov last round, playing a good game despite being with a man less in the second half. Now, defender Galamaz is suspended and Pele will take its place, which is always a reason to smile for their opposition. Flank defenders, Grecu and Achim are still injured so they will use a kind of improvised defense today.

Pandurii is the team with the best-to-watch football from Romania, despite not having any impressive individuals. Their game rely on possession and the fact they are keeping the ball enable them to dictate the tempo and create many scoring chances. They are 3 points behind U in the standings and they are also playing without pressure. This could be seen last round when they’ve lost 2-3 at Medias, after an entertaining fixture. They will be without regular defender Viera for today’s game which is a big blow for the team.

Both teams are able to produce a good football and I believe we will witness a good game today, without any pressure being a burden on the players’ shoulders. This should be a game for the fans and for the sake of football, therefore a bet on goals looks suitable.