University of Craiova: Favorite for the Europa League and in the running for the European spring

According to Football Rankings analyses, Universitatea Craiova has a 76% probability of qualifying for the first preliminary round of the Europa League for the next season (2026-2027). This statistic reflects the solid performance in the championship, where the Oltenians currently occupy the 3rd place in the SuperLiga, with 32 points. The position was strengthened after the 2-1 victory at Mioveni against FC Argeș, a result that brings the "juveți" just one victory away (3 points) from the leader Rapid, who has a difficult test on Sunday, away at CFR.

Alongside the calculations for the next season, statisticians also have good news for the current continental campaign. In the Conference League group stage (current season 2025-2026), Universitatea Craiova is credited with real chances of reaching the "European spring":

Qualification for the knockout stages: After the first rounds, statistical models (such as those from Football Meets Data) indicate a probability of approximately 52% - 64% that Universitatea Craiova will finish in the Top 24. Such a ranking would ensure their presence in the playoff for the Conference League round of 16.

Top 8 (Direct Round of 16): The chances for direct qualification to the round of 16 (places 1-8) are more reserved, estimated at under 10%, considering the remaining schedule.

Thus, the team from Bănie is fighting on two major fronts: securing a place in a higher European cup (Europa League) through their ranking in the SuperLiga and extending their current run in the Conference League.