Romania vs Canada Prediction, Preview, Team News and Lineups 05.09.2025

Romania vs Canada Preview and Team News

Romania Team News

Before their fifth match in Group H, Romania will face Canada in a friendly. Mircea Lucescu’s men managed to beat Cyprus 2-0 in their last meeting, a result that left them sitting third in the standings.

What makes the Tricolours’ path to direct qualification more difficult is the loss against Bosnia and Herzegovina at home (0-1). They’ve also suffered a defeat to Austria, which makes this friendly a valuable chance to test new strategies.

One of the most notable absentees for Romania is undoubtedly Radu Drăgușin. Due to an ACL injury, he was not called up and will be out for some time.

Romania predicted lineup vs Canada (4-4-2): Moldovan; Bancu, Burca, Popescu, Ratiu; Stanciu, R. Marin, M. Marin, Man; Dragus, Munteanu. 

Canada Team News

Canada suffered a shocking Gold Cup exit, when they were eliminated against Guatemala on penalties (6-5 following a 1-1 regular-time draw). Despite having one of the strongest squads, they’ve struggled in offence, and even Jesse Marsch’s appointment hasn’t helped.

During the international break, the Reds will only play two games. Romania present tougher opposition, and the head coach is expected to come up with a different formation for future fixtures.

The team’s talisman and leader, Alphonso Davies, remains sidelined. He wasn’t called up in the final roster. However, Jonathan David is available and should be Canada’s main threat against Romania. 

Canada predicted lineup vs Romania (4-4-2): St. Clair; Waterman, de Fougerolles, Cornelius, Laryea; Buchanan, Sigur, Eustaqio, Choiniere; David, Larin. 

Romania vs Canada Main Match Info

• Date and Kickoff Time: Friday, September 5, 2025, 02:00 PM EDT
• Stadium: Arena Națională
• Location: Bucharest, Romania
• Last match: Never played before

Romania vs Canada Prediction, Odds

• Pick: Canada or Draw 
• Odds: -205 (Tonybet)
• Correct score prediction: Romania 1-1 Canada

After being knocked out by Guatemala, the Canadians need to bounce back. Even though it’s a friendly encounter, Jesse Marsch’s men will be playing with full motivation, given that they have no official matches coming up in September.

The teams have never met each other before. Canada’s record against European nations isn’t great, but Romania aren’t a dominant side either. Thus, it should be a fairly balanced display.

The Tricolours have an important game coming ahead against Cyprus in Nicosia. The hosts will likely try to preserve the energy and instead play with limited resources. 

Romania vs Canada Betting Tip

• Pick: Both Teams to Score
• Odds: -132 (Tonybet

The clash will likely offer action and an exchange of moments. Romania have defensive problems, and Canada also experience some frailties. This suggests that the managers could focus more on attack. 

In four of Romania’s seven matches, both sides have scored. The same trend appears in the Reds’ previous fixtures.

Canada’s Jonathan David will be in the spotlight, as he’s already the national team’s top scorer with 36 goals. As for the hosts, Genoa midfielder Nicolae Stanciu remains in good form and could be decisive.

Romania vs Canada: Where to Watch (Canada) 

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