Lugano vs CFR Cluj prediction, match preview, betting tips and odds on July 24, 2025
Europa League
In the quarterfinals of the Europa League qualifiers on July 24, 2025, the first match between Lugano and CFR Cluj will take place. Petrescu is hoping for a positive away result from his team.
Our Prediction for Lugano vs CFR Cluj
The Swiss side achieved its best result in more than two decades in 2024, finishing second in the local Super League. However, they could not maintain this level and dropped to fourth place.
The Romanians again contended for the championship title in the 2024/2025 season. And once more, just like the previous season, they lost out to FCSB. This time, however, they managed to sweeten the disappointment by winning the national cup. The new campaign began with a victory over Unirea. Against Rapid in Bucharest, however, it ended in a draw – both teams scored and the match concluded 1-1. At the same time, the team started their qualification campaign, defeating Paksi: they crushed them 3-0 at home after a goalless draw in Hungary.
The home side averages 1.45 goals scored and concedes 1.53. The visitors from Cluj-Napoca have looked better, scoring an average of 1.83 goals and conceding just 1.08.
Lugano vs CFR Cluj: Key Statistics and Trends
- Lugano has won only two of their last ten matches
- CFR Cluj has won twice in their last three games
- The team has yet to concede a goal in the Europa League
Lugano vs CFR Cluj: Possible Starting Lineups
Lugano (probable lineup): Saipi - Valenzuela, Haidari, Mai, Papadopoulos, Zanotti - dos Santos, Bislimi, Grgic, Aliseda - Koutsias
CFR Cluj (probable lineup): Hindrich - Camora, Ilie, Bolgado, Abed - Korenica, Emerlaku, Muhar - Camara, Gjorgievski, Nkololo
Previous Matches: Lugano vs CFR Cluj
The clubs have never played each other, not even in friendly matches.
Free Prediction for Lugano vs CFR Cluj
The odds are considered almost even, even in Switzerland. Still, the home side should not be underestimated. We predict that Lugano will win at home, but suggest a safety net with a "draw no bet" (odds – 1.77).
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