FCSB vs Aberdeen Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Aug 2025

Europa League qualifying Betting Preview: FCSB vs Aberdeen

Romanian SuperLiga outfit FCSB host Scottish Premiership club Aberdeen in the second leg of this Europa League qualifying tie at Arena Nationala, with kick-off set for 02:30 on Friday 29 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Why FCSB Can Claim the Win

Our opinion is that FCSB will prove too strong in all departments and we’ll therefore take the 1.72 that they beat Aberdeen. This Full-Time Result bet looks like a value proposition.

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2-2 Draw in First Leg

FCSB lost their last game, being beaten 2-0 at home to Arges Pitesti at Arena Nationala in the SuperLiga on Sunday night. The Bucharest team dominated possession with 71% of the ball but had just one shot on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The first leg finished 2-2 at Pittodrie as Aberdeen were held at home by FCSB. The hosts dominated with 72% possession and a 7-4 advantage in shots on target, with Dante Polvara and Ester Sokler on the scoresheet. Daniel Bîrligea and Darius Olaru scored for the Romanian side

3 wins, 4 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.2 goals from 13.1 attempts and 4.9 shots on goal. FCSB have had 56.5% possession, 432.4 passes and 5.4 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.3 goals from 13.4 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 6.2 corners.

Top scorer Florin Tanase has found the net 4 times, with Daniel Birligea, Alexandru Stoian and Marius Stefanescu getting 2 each. Risto Radunovic is the leading assists maker with 2.

Aberdeen have 3 victories, 6 defeats and 1 draw, averaging 9.0 attempts, 3.8 shots on goal and 1.0 goals. Jimmy Thelin's team average 48.5% possession, 5.4 corners awarded and 5.0 corners against them, while 1.9 goals have been conceded from 5.2 shots on goal and 12.2 attempts.

Kevin Nisbet got 4 goals, Leighton Clarkson notched 2, while Jeppe Okkels and two other players scored 1. Alexander Jensen has had 2 assists in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

FCSB confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Stefan Tarnovanu (GK), Valentin Cretu, Siyabonga Ngezana, Mihai Popescu, Risto Radunovic, Mihai Lixandru, Adrian Sut, David Miculescu, Darius Olaru, Florin Tanase, Daniel Birligea.

Aberdeen confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Dimitar Mitov (GK), Nicky Devlin, Jack Milne, Mats Knoester, Alexander Jensen, Ante Palaversa, Adil Aouchiche, Graeme Shinnie, Topi Keskinen, Ester Sokler, Dante Polvara.

FCSB vs Aberdeen Prediction & Betting Tips

Our expert FCSB vs Aberdeen betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick, corners forecast, standout player prop selections and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Match Prediction

We’ve identified a value bet in the form of FCSB who are trading at odds of 1.72. There’s plenty of juice in the price when it comes to this selection and they can win this Europa League qualifying clash.

Our football experts are keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best Europa League qualifying stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key FCSB vs Aberdeen Europa League qualifying & league stats:

• FCSB have won 11 of their last 20 games at home.
• Aberdeen have lost their last 4 games on the road.
• Aberdeen have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Aberdeen have lost 11 of their last 20 games on the road.

FCSB to Win Probability

According to the odds, there’s a 58.1% likelihood of our pick winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 65-70%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

FCSB 2 - 0 Aberdeen

We’ve picked out a correct score of 2-0 being landed by FCSB. You can secure odds of 7.00 and this provides an alternative way to place a wager.

Player Prop Picks

Corners Prediction

Over 10.5 Corners

There’s been a corner average of 15.20 in the past five home matches involving FCSB, with the last five Aberdeen away games averaging 11.60. There are odds of 1.86 available when it comes to this Total Corners bet and we think the teams will cover the line.

Europa League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

FCSB

Total

12.20 6.70 5.50

Home

12.50 7.40 5.10

Away

9.70 4.00 5.70

Aberdeen

Total

9.80 4.90 4.90

Home

10.00 6.30 3.70

Away

10.70 5.20 5.50

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

FCSB Corners

Aberdeen Corners

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FCSB vs Aberdeen Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest Odds Suggest FCSB Win

The Full-Time Result odds of 1.56 suggest that FCSB are likely victors and there’s a 64% probability that the favourites win this Europa League qualifying clash. Aberdeen are seen as the most unlikely winner at 5.10.

FCSB are available at 1.98 on the Asian Handicap -1. That means a victory by two or more goals against Aberdeen triggers a payout and a one-goal triumph sees you get money back.

You’re able to bet on Under 2.5 Goals or Over 2.5 Goals at similar odds right now. The Both Teams to Score market is intriguing, with the Yes and No options evenly-matched.

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Daniel Birligea Favourite to Score the First Goal

The First Goalscorer favourite is Daniel Birligea at 4.90, with similar odds available for this player to register the last goal.

Latest Europa League qualifying and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

FCSB Stats

Aberdeen Stats

Full-Time Result

• 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 3 wins, 6 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
• 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 0.50 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 6.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 6.50 corners awarded and 5.50 corners against in the last 10 home matches
• An average of 11.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 12.00 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
• Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

• An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 5.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 5.20 corners awarded and 5.50 corners against in the last 10 away matches
• An average of 10.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
• Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

• An average of 56.50% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 56.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

• An average of 48.50% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 49.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
• Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches

FCSB vs Aberdeen Lineups & Team News

The FCSB vs Aberdeen team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll update you on the confirmed Europa League qualifying lineups as well as all recent injury developments.