Romania will be looking to end their FIFA World Cup European Qualifiers in Group H with a win when they host San Marino on Tuesday at the Ilie Oana Stadium in Ploiesti.
The Tricolorii have failed to maintain their winning streak, having won back-to-back games. They lost their previous qualifying game 3-1 away from home to Bosnia & Herzegovina, which ended their chance of qualifying for the playoffs.
On the other hand, San Marino have struggled with their performance and have failed to get a point in the campaign. The visitors suffered a heavy 4-0 loss against Cyprus in their last qualifying match and also lost 1-0 to Czech Republic in a friendly game.
Read our Romania vs San Marino predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other FIFA World Cup predictions.
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Romania vs San Marino prediction: Expect a heavy defeat for the visitor
Key statistics
- Romania have defeated San Marino back-to-back in their last meetings.
- Over 3.5 goals was scored in their last encounter.
- There was no BTTS in their last encounter.
Correct score prediction: Romania 5-0 San Marino
San Marino's poor form heading into the games puts them at a disadvantage against the Romanian team, who are looking to bounce back from their previous defeat and end the qualifying series with a win.
Despite missing out on the chance of making the playoffs, the home team will be determined to satisfy their supporters with a win. We are tipping them to thrash San Marino 5-0 in this game, having won 5-1 in their first encounter.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Romania are sure favourites
- Home: 1/66 (1.02) – 98.5%
- Draw: 25/1 (26.00) – 3.8%
- Away: 60/1 (61.00) – 1.6%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Romania are strong favourite with 1.02 odds, reflecting a 98.5% chance of winning. A draw is listed at 26.00, giving it a 3.8% probability, while San Marino are extreme outsiders at 61.00 odds, offering only a 1.6% chance of an upset.
Most recent head-to-head: Complete dominance for the Tricolorii
Starting with the most recent meetings between these two national teams, the previous records are entirely dominated by the home side, Romania.
Over the last four encounters, including competitive and friendly matches, the Tricolorii have secured victories in all of them, with San Marino failing to record a single victory. The most recent match was a decisive 5-1 victory for Romania against San Marino in a World Cup qualifier in March 2025.
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Romania preview: One player suspended
Ahead of this clash, Romania will be without Denis Dragus, who is suspended following his red card at the weekend. As such, the home team have no injury concerns to worry about, with the head coach having a fully fit squad to pick from.
Predicted lineup: Radu (GK), Ratiu, Racovitan, Ghita, Chipciu, Hagi, Marin, Dragomir, Man, Birligea & Mihaila
Last five fixtures
- 15.11.25 – Bosnia & Herzegovina 3 – 1 Romania
- 12.10.25 – Romania 1 – 0 Austria
- 09.10.25 – Romania 2 – 1 Moldova
- 09.09.25 – Cyprus 2 – 2 Romania
- 05.09.25 – Romania 0 – 3 Canada
San Marino preview: No new injuries in the team
For San Marino, they do not have any new injuries or fitness issues heading into the game, with all players fit to face Romania in their last World Cup qualifying games.
Predicted lineup: Colombo (GK), Benvenuti, Cevoli, Rossi, Riccardi, Golinucci, Casadei, Zannoni, Berardi, Lazzari & Nanni
Last five fixtures
- 13.11.25 – Czech Republic 1 – 0 San Marino
- 12.10.25 – San Marino 0 – 4 Cyprus
- 09.10.25 – Austria 10 – 0 San Marino
- 09.09.25 – Malta 3 – 1 San Marino
- 06.09.25 – San Marino 0 – 6 Bosnia & Herzegovina
Player to watch: Dennis Man
Dennis Man will play a key role in this game as Romania seek to end the qualifiers with a win. The attacker has proven himself to be consistent and a goal threat in front of the goal in this campaign. Man has scored one goal and provided one assist during the World Cup qualifying rounds and his sharp movement and finishing make him an offensive threat in this game.