Betting Advice: Braga vs CFR Cluj - Team Updates, Crucial Statistics
Braga Favoured to Win Against Struggling CFR Cluj in Europa League Qualifier
Thursday, August 14, 2025, will see Braga take on CFR Cluj in the second leg of their Europa League Qualifier, with the Portuguese side holding a commanding 4-1 aggregate lead. The match will be played at the Estádio Municipal de Braga, Portugal.
Braga have been in excellent form recently, with a 13-match unbeaten streak across all competitions. Their last defeat occurred on March 2nd, showcasing their impressive consistency. In contrast, CFR Cluj have failed to win any of their previous six matchups across all competitions within 90 minutes.
The first leg on August 7, 2025, saw Braga secure a 2-0 victory at home, with Rodrigo Zalazar scoring twice - once from a penalty and another just before halftime. This result leaves CFR Cluj with a difficult task ahead in the return match.
Injuries have hampered CFR Cluj, with key players Simao Rocha and Adrian Paun expected to be absent, and Louis Munteanu will lead the line for the Romanian side. Braga, on the other hand, will be bolstered by the presence of influential players such as Rodrigo Zalazar and Moutinho.
Braga's coach, Carlos Vicens, will be confident of maintaining their unbeaten run in the Europa League qualifying round so far. The best odds for Braga's win are 2/5, as offered by Olympusbet, reflecting the favouritism towards the Portuguese side.
Gorby, an academy graduate, will play in the middle of the park for Braga, providing a boost to their midfield. Fran Navarro, who was previously at Valencia, will lead the line for Braga, adding more firepower to their attack. Jonatas Noro is injured and will not play for Braga, but the squad depth favours them, with substitutes capable of influencing the game.
Sheriff Sinyan and Mateo Ilie will form the central defense for CFR Cluj, but they face a tough task against Braga's offensive line. The best bet for this match would favour Braga to win, given their strong recent performance, key player form, and home advantage. A wager on Braga’s victory or a double chance on Braga/no draw would be logical. Goals from key players like Rodrigo Zalazar may also be a good individual bet.
If market odds are available, backing Braga with a handicap or for a clean sheet might also be worthwhile given their defensive strength in the first leg. CFR Cluj have only managed to put four points in as many domestic appearances this season, compounding their difficulties ahead of this crucial match.
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