Botosani — UTA Arad : Match Preview and Prediction for October 06,2025

Botosani’s Dominant Form

Leo Grozavu’s Botosani machine has truly hit top gear. The team is currently on an impressive seven-match unbeaten streak in the championship, with their last three outings resulting in decisive victories, including a dominant 3-1 triumph over reigning champions FCSB. These aren’t just statistics; they’re a clear indication of the squad’s formidable power, especially considering they’ve suffered only one home defeat this calendar year.

Offensive Prowess and Tactical Edge

Botosani’s attack is arguably the best in the league, and this is no exaggeration. 22 goals scored in 11 rounds speak volumes. UTA’s coach, Adrian Mihalcea, openly describes the hosts’ style as “ultra-offensive,” and he is absolutely right. In their last game against Metaloglobus, Grozavu’s players unleashed 20 shots on goal, completely dominating the field. The formidable trio of Mailat, Ongenda, and Dumiter is in sizzling form, accounting for the lion’s share of the team’s goals.

Squad Boosts and Strategic Advantage

Botosani approaches this match not only in superb form but also with significant squad reinforcements. Key central midfielder Mihai Bordianu returns after a suspension, and Aldair has also recovered from injury. This means that Grozavu’s already well-oiled mechanism will gain additional power in the midfield, allowing them to control the game even more effectively.

UTA Arad’s Personnel Crisis

In stark contrast, the visitors are facing a genuine personnel catastrophe. UTA Arad travels to Botosani in a fragmented state, and this is a crucial factor that cannot be overlooked. The team has lost not just a few players, but the entire attacking core that propelled them at the start of the season.

Key Absences Crippling Attack

The primary loss is Marinos Tzionis, UTA’s most valuable and creative player. He was not released by the Cyprus national team coach as the match falls on a UEFA date. This creates an irreplaceable void in the attack. But the problems don’t end there: key striker Hakim Abdallah is injured, forward Marius Coman is suspended, and midfielders Mino Sota and Luca Mihai are in the infirmary.

Mounting Challenges and Manager’s Dilemma

Adding to this list are newcomers Marco Stolnik and Richard Odada, who, according to the coach himself, are not physically ready to play. Essentially, Adrian Mihalcea is without an entire group of key attacking players. His remarks about “other players being able to seize their chance” sound like an attempt to save face amidst a dire situation.