All eyes will be on Bucharest's National Arena as Romania and Cyprus go toe-to-toe with each other in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday, 10 June 2025.
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Romania vs Cyprus predictions: Goals expected to flow
Key stats
- Eight of Romania's last nine matches went above the 2.5-goal mark.
- At least three goals were scored in seven of Cyprus’ last eight games.
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in four of Cyprus’ last five matches.
- Cyprus have lost seven of seven trips to Romania since 1967.
Correct score prediction: Romania 3-1 Cyprus
This will be the third encounter between these teams in the last nine months, and Romania won both previous clashes by a three-goal margin.
Mircea Lucescu’s men have won seven of their last nine games across all competitions, scoring at least three goals in five of them.
On that note, we are confident that the hosts will emerge victorious in a high-scoring match.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Romania are overwhelming favourites
- HOME: 2/7 (1.29) – 77.8%
- DRAW: 9/2 (5.50) – 18.2%
- AWAY: 10/1 (11.00) – 9.1%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Romania and Cyprus were paired with Bosnia & Herzegovina, Austria and San Marino in Group H of UEFA’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Second-placed Romania have earned only three points from a possible nine, while third-placed Cyprus have three points from two games.
Ahead of this skirmish, Romania are the expected winners at 2/7 (1.29). Teams with these odds usually have a 77.8% probability of winning.
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We have also pointed out that four of Cyprus' last five matches featured goals at both ends. Keeping in mind that both teams also found the net in three of Romania's last four games, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 5/4 (2.25). That one has a 44.4% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Romania's dominance set to continue?
Cyprus have a poor track record against Romania, as they have lost 12 of 15 previous clashes between these teams, dating back to December 1966 (W1, D2).
The Whites and Blues have lost five consecutive meetings with Romania, and their only victory over Romania came in February 2000 at the Cyprus International Tournament.
UEFA Nations League C 18/11/24
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Romania preview: Looking to improve their fortunes
With two defeats in their first three World Cup qualifying games, things have not gone swimmingly for Romania of late.
On the positive side, Lucescu has healthy players at his disposal. Up against Cyprus, the Romanians can fancy their chances of getting their second group win, which will help build their confidence.
Predicted lineup: Moldovan (GK), Bancu, Burca, Popescu, Ratiu, Marin, Chiriches, Dragus, Stanciu, Man & Birligea.
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 24/03/25
W
San Marino
1
Romania
5
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 21/03/25
L
Bosnia-Herzegovina
1
Romania
0
UEFA Nations League C 18/11/24
W
Cyprus
1
Romania
4
UEFA Nations League C 15/10/24
W
Lithuania
1
Romania
2
UEFA Nations League C 12/10/24
W
Cyprus
0
Romania
3
Cyprus preview: No new injury concerns
Like their hosts, Cyprus have registered a win in Group H, but have suffered one defeat from two matches played. They head into this encounter following a 2-2 friendly draw against Bulgaria, with no injury concerns.
Team captain and seasoned midfielder Kostakis Artymatas started that game from the bench but is expected to be back in the lineup against Romania on Tuesday evening.
Also, Ioannis Pittas was sent off for two bookable offences in Cyprus' last qualifying game and is suspended for this fixture.
Predicted lineup: Mall (GK), Pileas, Sielis, Panagiotou, Shikkis, Kyriakou, Charalampous, Foti, Artymatas, Kastanos & Koutsakos
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 24/03/25
L
Bosnia-Herzegovina
2
Cyprus
1
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 21/03/25
W
San Marino
0
Cyprus
2
UEFA Nations League C 18/11/24
L
Romania
4
Cyprus
1
UEFA Nations League C 15/11/24
W
Lithuania
1
Cyprus
2
UEFA Nations League C 15/10/24
L
Kosovo
3
Cyprus
0
Player to watch: Razvan Marin
To be fair, Razvan Marin has not scored or registered an assist in his last eight appearances for club and country. However, the Cagliari midfielder has an excellent track record against Cyprus, scoring three goals in the last two clashes between these sides.
It will be interesting to see if Marin can get back to scoring ways on Tuesday night.