Welcome to Extratips: FCSB vs Bologna Match Preview & Prediction (Europa League 2025)

Get ready for an exciting Europa League clash as FCSB hosts Bologna at the National Arena in Bucharest on October 23, 2025, at 16:45 UTC.

Key Odds: Bologna are slight favorites with away win odds as low as 2.08, while FCSB and a draw both sit around 3.40. Bookies expect both teams to score (Yes at 1.74), and see over 2.5 goals as nearly coin-flip (1.98 for Over) [odds].

Current Standings: FCSB is 10th in Europe, looking to push up the table, while Bologna sits further behind in 28th, needing points to climb . Motivation is high for both, with FCSB aiming to protect home turf and Bologna hoping to rescue their campaign.

Recent H2H: No previous official meetings—this match is their first direct clash, adding unpredictability.

Recent Home/Away Form: FCSB at home (last 5): 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss. Bologna away: 1 win, 1 draw, 3 losses.

Strengths & Weaknesses:

  • FCSB strengths: Home backing, set-piece threat, high ball recoveries.
  • Weaknesses: Defensive lapses, missing key players, tough time against high pressing.
  • Bologna strengths: Quick counter-attacks, mixed attacking options, physical midfield.
  • Weaknesses: Away inconsistency, conceding late, missing top striker Ciro Immobile.

Key Factors:

  • FCSB missing Sut, Dawa, possibly Lixandru.
  • Bologna without Immobile .
  • Tactical tweaks expected with new injuries.

Storylines:

  1. Can FCSB’s home crowd fire up a goal-fest?
  2. How will Bologna adapt without Immobile?
  3. Which manager will win the tactical battle?

Scenarios:

  • Likely: Tight match, both sides score (high chance).
  • Possibility: Bologna nick it away (medium).
  • Less likely: Goalless draw (low chance).