19 March 2026 at 18:30

Referee: Horatiu Fesnic

Match Summary

Universitatea Craiova defeated Dinamo Bucuresti 1:0. The match was played in Liga I 2025. Goals were scored by M. Etim 45′. 10 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Dinamo Bucuresti had 63% possession while Universitatea Craiova held 37%. Dinamo Bucuresti had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Universitatea Craiova. Expected goals: Dinamo Bucuresti 0.67 — Universitatea Craiova 0.44. Dinamo Bucuresti made 5 substitutions, Universitatea Craiova made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Dinamo Bucuresti and Universitatea Craiova — 1 goals and 11 cards recorded during the match.

Dinamo Bucuresti
Universitatea Craiova
Kick Off
-5′Alexandru Crețu
45′
M. Etim

assist: S. Baiaram

Half Time
46′
P. IsenkoL. Popescu
46′
S. BaiaramF. Stefan
M. SivisJ. Ikoko
55′
I. MargineanA. Pop
56′
A. MusiA. Mazilu
56′
58′Tudor Băluță
62′
T. BalutaA. Cicaldau
69′
M. EtimTeles
R. OprutI. Tarba
75′
E. GnahoreA. Caragea
81′
83′Samuel Teles
83′Adrian Rus
Full Time

Match Statistics

Dinamo Bucuresti had 63% possession against Universitatea Craiova's 37%. Dinamo Bucuresti registered 8 shots (4 on target) while Universitatea Craiova managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 2–1. Fouls committed: 16–15.

4Shots on Goal3
2Shots off Goal2
8Total Shots8
2Blocked Shots3
6Shots insidebox4
2Shots outsidebox4
16Fouls15
2Corner Kicks1
6Offsides1
63%Ball Possession37%
6Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards1
1Goalkeeper Saves4
508Total passes308
424Passes accurate206
83%Passes %67%
0.67expected_goals0.44
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Dinamo Bucuresti lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Zeljko Kopic, while Universitatea Craiova deployed a 5-4-1 under Filipe Coelho.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Dinamo Bucuresti is 6.98, compared to — for Universitatea Craiova. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Dinamo Bucuresti's highest-rated starter is C. Cirjan (7.14), while Universitatea Craiova's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Dinamo Bucuresti have contributed 34 goals and 24 assists this season, led by C. Cirjan (6G). Universitatea Craiova's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Dinamo Bucuresti deploy 4 defenders rated 6.99 on average, against Universitatea Craiova's 5-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Dinamo Bucuresti field 3 midfielders averaging 7.03, versus Universitatea Craiova's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Dinamo Bucuresti start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.98, compared to 1 for Universitatea Craiova averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 82% for Dinamo Bucuresti and —% for Universitatea Craiova. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Dinamo Bucuresti's starters have collected 48 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Universitatea Craiova. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Dinamo Bucuresti's starting XI is 26.3 (youngest: N. Stoioanov (20), oldest: D. Epassy (32)), while Universitatea Craiova average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Dinamo Bucuresti's starters average 30 league appearances each, versus 0 for Universitatea Craiova. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Dinamo Bucuresti4-3-35-4-1Universitatea Craiova
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Epassy27Sivis4Boateng15Stoioan.3Oprut8Gnahore90Margine.10Cirjan7Musi29Soro77Armstro.77Isenko17Mora3Romanch.28Rus6Screciu11Bancu30Matei5Mekvabi.8Baluta10Baiaram12Etim

Substitutes

Coach: Zeljko Kopic

Substitutes

Coach: Filipe Coelho

Dinamo BucurestiPosition StrengthUniversitatea Craiova
6.98
Avg Rating
6.82Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.99Defender (4 v 5)
11G 4A0G 0A
7.03Midfielder (3 v 4)
8G 10A0G 0A
6.98Forward (3 v 1)
15G 10A0G 0A
Dinamo Bucuresti4-3-3
1GoalkeeperD. Epassy6.8
27DefenderM. Sivis6.82G2A
4DefenderK. Boateng7.14G
15DefenderN. Stoioanov7.0
3DefenderR. Oprut7.05G2A
8MidfielderE. Gnahore7.02G2A
90MidfielderI. Marginean6.92A
10MidfielderC. Cirjan7.16G6A
7ForwardA. Musi7.05G2A
29ForwardA. Soro7.04G3A
77ForwardD. Armstrong7.06G5A
Universitatea Craiova5-4-1
77GoalkeeperP. Isenko
17DefenderC. Mora
3DefenderO. Romanchuk
28DefenderA. Rus
6DefenderV. Screciu
11DefenderN. Bancu
30MidfielderD. Matei
5MidfielderA. Mekvabishvili
8MidfielderT. Baluta
10MidfielderS. Baiaram
12ForwardM. Etim

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Dinamo Bucuresti have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Universitatea Craiova show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Dinamo Bucuresti

WDDLLL

Universitatea Craiova

WLWWLD

Dinamo Bucuresti vs Universitatea Craiova Head to Head Results

Dinamo Bucuresti and Universitatea Craiova have met 22 times — Dinamo Bucuresti won 3, Universitatea Craiova won 12, with 7 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Universitatea Craiova leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 22 meetings. A combined 64 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.91 per match (21 for the home side, 43 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 12 matches (55%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (59%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Universitatea Craiova are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–6 in 2022.

3

Dinamo Bucuresti

7

Drawn

12

Universitatea Craiova

Goals: 21Goals: 43

Recent Meetings (22)

9 Feb 2026Dinamo Bucuresti1 – 1Universitatea Craiova
26 Sept 2025Universitatea Craiova2 – 2Dinamo Bucuresti
24 May 2025Universitatea Craiova2 – 1Dinamo Bucuresti
21 Apr 2025Dinamo Bucuresti0 – 2Universitatea Craiova
19 Jan 2025Universitatea Craiova1 – 1Dinamo Bucuresti
24 Aug 2024Dinamo Bucuresti2 – 1Universitatea Craiova
12 Nov 2023Universitatea Craiova1 – 0Dinamo Bucuresti
17 Jul 2023Dinamo Bucuresti0 – 2Universitatea Craiova
10 Feb 2022Dinamo Bucuresti1 – 6CS Universitatea Craiova
27 Sept 2021CS Universitatea Craiova5 – 0Dinamo Bucuresti
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 23 Mar 2026