Universitatea Cluj and FC Rapid 1923 meet at Cluj Arena, Cluj-Napoca on Saturday, May 9 at 8:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Liga 1 – Championship Group. Universitatea Cluj hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Universitatea Cluj come into this fixture in good form (3W 0D 2L recently). FC Rapid 1923 travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Universitatea Cluj won their last outing, while FC Rapid 1923 suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Universitatea Cluj here — they've won 6 of 10 previous meetings against FC Rapid 1923, with 3 draws. Their last encounter ended in FC Rapid 1923 won 1–2.

Verdict: Universitatea Cluj look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though FC Rapid 1923 will make it uncomfortable. Universitatea Cluj to win.