Prediction: Popești-Leordeni vs FC Bacău – Cupa Romaniei – 19/08/2026

Popești-Leordeni will host FC Bacău in the Cupa României on 19/08/2026. Our experts believe that Popești-Leordeni have a slight advantage in this match, given their recent form. In their last five games, Popești-Leordeni have had a mixed bag of results, with two draws and three wins. They defeated CS Dinamo București 5-0 in the Cupa României, while they drew with Dumbrăvița 1-1 in Liga 2. They also won 3-2 against FC Bacău in Liga 2, but lost 1-0 to CSA Steaua București in a friendly match. On the other hand, FC Bacău have had a decent run of results, with three wins and two losses in their last five games. They defeated Viitorul Curtea de Argeș 3-0 in the Cupa României, while they lost 3-2 to Popești-Leordeni in Liga 2. They also won 3-0 against Stefanesti in Liga 2, but lost 3-1 to Otelul in a friendly match. Our experts estimate that Popești-Leordeni have a 54.37% chance of winning, while FC Bacău have a 21.84% chance. The probability of a draw is estimated at 23.79%. Given these statistics, our experts believe that Popești-Leordeni are likely to emerge victorious in this match. It's worth noting that Popești-Leordeni have been in good shape lately, with their players performing well in their last five games. However, there is no information available on the internet about any key players missing the game for either team. As for rumors, there are none available on the internet about this match.