CS Universitatea Craiova came from behind to beat KuPS 2-1 in the UEFA Europa League third qualifying round. Valentín Gasc gave the Finnish side a fifth-minute lead, but Steven Nsimba levelled before half-time and Carlos Mora scored the winner midway through the second half.
On aggregate Universitatea Craiova advances · 3:2
Universitatea Craiova 2:1 KuPS — Match Report
First half1 - 1
- 5
- 43
Second half1 - 0
- 49
- 52
- 65
- 72
- 90 + 1
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTQuestions & Answers
What was the final score of CS Universitatea Craiova vs KuPS?
CS Universitatea Craiova 2-1 KuPS (UEFA Europa League, Qualification Round 3).
Who scored?
Valentín Gasc (5') for KuPS; Steven Nsimba (43') for CS Universitatea Craiova; Carlos Mora (63', assist Assad Al-Hamlawi) for CS Universitatea Craiova.
Were there any cards in CS Universitatea Craiova vs KuPS?
Yellow cards: Taneli Hämäläinen (KuPS); Jaime Moreno (KuPS); David Matei (CS Universitatea Craiova); Kasim Adams (KuPS); Nicușor Bancu (CS Universitatea Craiova).
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Head to Head meetings
Universitatea Craiova – KuPS
Universitatea Craiova
KuPS
- 1
Victories
- 1
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  1 | 0  |
Scored goals | 3 | 2 |
Average per game | 1.5 | 1 |
The biggest victory | 2-1 | 0 |
Form
Universitatea Craiova
- 5Matches
- 12Goals
- 2.4Goal per game
- 4Wins
- 1Draws
- 0Losses
KuPS
- 5Matches
- 6Goals
- 1.2Goal per game
- 1Wins
- 1Draws
- 3Losses
Best statistical picks
Universitatea Craiova – KuPS
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Under 2.5
X2 hasn't lost in 3 of the last matches
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 9.5
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.33 | 4.50 | 8.50 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Slight edge — Universitatea Craiova
The sides drew 1-1 in this competition on 9 August, leaving the tie finely poised, and KuPS arrive unbeaten in three. Even so, Universitatea Craiova look the stronger side at home — a 61% lean on CheckLive's read, with the edge in form and mentality.
Under 2.51.95
Medium confidence60%
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
58
56.5
CheckSkill
55.1
54.3
CheckMental
73.2
71.2
CheckLive total65.5 vs 58.5+7.0Universitatea Craiova: 59.7 + 5.8 for home advantage = 65.5
More match signals
Both teams to score — No65%1.62
Universitatea Craiova (DNB)64%1.10
Home win — Universitatea Craiova61%1.33
Today's market odds.
All both teams to score predictions →Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win between Universitatea Craiova and KuPS?
Our read favours Universitatea Craiova, whose home advantage and stronger form and mentality ratings point to a win. The sides met once and drew 1-1, but the hosts' overall profile is slightly better.
Who are the favourites and who is in better form?
Universitatea Craiova are marginal favourites on CheckLive's read, helped by home advantage. Recent form is mixed for both, though KuPS arrive on a three-game unbeaten run.
Will both teams score and how many goals?
Yes, both teams scored in the sides' only meeting, a 1-1 draw, and both have been scoring regularly. The total could stay under 2.5 goals given how tight the tie looks.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 1.33 | 4.50 | 8.50 |