The stage is set for a crucial World Cup qualifying clash as Romania v Cyprus takes place on June 10, 2025, at the Arena Națională in Bucharest. Fans across Europe will be tuning in, with kick-off scheduled for 20:45 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, and 19:45 BST in the UK. This fixture represents a vital opportunity for both sides to secure valuable points in the group standings.
Romania, eager to climb the table under coach Mircea Lucescu, will be aiming to leverage home advantage against a resilient Cyprus side. With qualification hopes on the line, expect a spirited contest as both teams look to make a statement in their bid to reach the World Cup finals.
How are both teams coming into this?
Romania arrive with momentum after a series of competitive performances in recent qualifiers. The home crowd at the Arena Națională will no doubt spur them on, and they’ll be keen to maintain their strong defensive record while improving their goal return in attack.
Cyprus, meanwhile, know that any points here would be a major boost to their campaign. Despite facing tough opposition, they’ve shown resilience and tactical discipline in previous matches. Confidence will be key as they look to frustrate Romania and sneak a result.
Our forecast
Given Romania’s home advantage and current form, they are clear favourites to claim all three points. We anticipate a controlled performance, with the hosts dictating play and creating the lion’s share of chances.
That said, Cyprus could spring a surprise if they remain compact and exploit counter-attack opportunities. We expect a 2-0 or 2-1 victory for Romania, with under 2.5 goals also looking a sensible option for risk-averse bettors.
