Romania 4-1 Cyprus

Current streaks

Recent form

Romania

Romania have shown impressive form in their recent fixtures, particularly in the UEFA Nations League. They are currently on a five-game unbeaten run, which includes four wins and a draw. The team have been particularly prolific in front of goal, scoring 11 times in their last six matches, with an average of 1.83 goals per game. Defensively, they have been solid as well, keeping three clean sheets in this period. Their most notable performances came in back-to-back 3-0 away victories against Kosovo and Cyprus, showcasing their ability to dominate on foreign soil. The only blemish in their recent record was a 3-0 defeat to the Netherlands in the European Championship, but they have bounced back strongly since then. With 83% of their recent matches seeing over 2.5 goals, Romania have been involved in some high-scoring affairs, making their games exciting for neutrals and supporters alike.

Cyprus

Cyprus have shown mixed form in their recent matches, with a notable pattern of alternating results. They are currently on a two-game winning streak, having defeated Lithuania and San Marino in their last two outings. However, prior to this, Cyprus endured a concerning run of three consecutive losses, conceding 11 goals and failing to score in that period. The team's defensive vulnerabilities are evident, with an average of 2 goals conceded per game over their last six matches. On a more positive note, Cyprus have been involved in several high-scoring affairs, with 83% of their recent games featuring over 2.5 goals. Their most impressive result came in a friendly against San Marino, where they secured a commanding 4-1 victory away from home. Despite their inconsistencies, Cyprus have managed to keep one clean sheet in their last six matches, demonstrating some potential for defensive solidity.

Recent home/away form

Romania

Romania have shown mixed form at home in their recent fixtures, with a tendency towards low-scoring encounters. The Tricolorii have managed two wins, three draws, and one loss in their last six home matches, displaying resilience in defence with four clean sheets. Notably, their most impressive performance came in a 3-0 victory over Ukraine in the European Championship, whilst they suffered their heaviest defeat against the Netherlands, losing 3-0 in the same competition. Romania's goal-scoring record has been modest, averaging just one goal per game, but they've been particularly stingy in defence, conceding only 0.67 goals per match. Interestingly, half of their recent home games have seen under 2.5 goals, reflecting a trend towards tighter, more defensive encounters on Romanian soil.

Cyprus

Cyprus have struggled to find consistency in their recent away form, with their last six matches yielding two wins and four losses. The team has experienced a particularly difficult period in their most recent outings, suffering three consecutive defeats, including a heavy 6-0 loss to Spain in the Euros Qualifiers. Defensively, Cyprus have been vulnerable, conceding a concerning average of 2.83 goals per game and keeping just one clean sheet in their last six away matches. Their goal-scoring record has been somewhat better, averaging 1.17 goals per game, with a notable 4-1 victory over San Marino in a friendly. The majority of Cyprus' away games have been high-scoring affairs, with 83% of their matches seeing over 2.5 goals, indicating a tendency for open, attacking football when playing on the road.