FC Bihor vs Farul Constanta Prediction & Betting Tips (19 August)

FC Bihor Oradea will host FCV Farul Constanța in the Romanian Cup (Cupa României Betano) 2026-2027 play-off on Wednesday, 19 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 17:30 at Stadionul Iuliu Bodola in Oradea. This single-leg knockout tie represents a significant challenge for the Liga 2 hosts, who will be looking to cause an upset against their Superliga opponents. FC Bihor's recent cup form has been steady, though they were held to a 0:0 draw in their last away encounter against Concordia Chiajna back in November 2025, a result that highlighted their defensive organization but also their struggles in front of goal.

The 2026/2027 FC Bihor squad features a blend of experience and youth, with key players including veteran forward Ioan Hora, defensive midfielder Ioan Filip, and creative presence Rareș Enceanu. Head coach will likely rely on goalkeeper Edgar Cadar, defenders Andrei Gal and Sorin Șerban, and attacking midfielder Denis Sala to provide the backbone of the team. New arrivals such as centre-forward Dragoș Tescan from Concordia Chiajna and central midfielder Angelo Cocian from ASFC Buzău have added depth, but the side remains clear underdogs against top-flight opposition.

Farul Constanța arrives in Oradea with a talented 2026/2027 squad led by captain Ionuț Larie and featuring standout names like Denis Alibec, Narek Grigoryan, Ionuț Vînă, and Eduard Radaslavescu. Coach Ioan Ovidiu Sabău has a fully stocked roster at his disposal, with Brazilian defender Gustavo Marins and French midfielder Eddy Sylvestre providing international quality. The Sailors have endured a difficult run of late, suffering a 2:1 reverse at Universitatea Cluj on 19 July before fighting back to claim a 2:2 draw against FCSB on 3 August, results that suggest they are vulnerable away from home.

European bookmakers have priced this tie heavily in favor of the visitors, with Farul Constanța available at around 1.75 for the win, the draw offered at approximately 3.40, and a Bihor victory quoted at roughly 4.50. Despite Farul's inconsistent away form, which included a shock 0:1 home defeat to Metaloglobus Bucharest in May, their superior squad depth and Superliga pedigree should see them through. Our prediction is a 0:1 away win for Farul Constanța, with the visitors' quality ultimately proving too much for the brave but limited ho