I think Astra Ploesti is able to win against the favorite Cluj. I see three reasons for my pick. Here are they:

1. The first reason is Astra Ploesti home form. They are very solid at home and they have only one defeat in 9 games. That happened in the first match of the season, long time ago, in July. In the meantime Astra is unbeaten at home. Even more, they managed to win against some top teams like Steaua (2:1) or Vaslui (1:0).

2. Cluj is very handicapped for this match. Two key players are suspended. The best striker Weldon (he is also the team best scorer with 7 goals) and the key midfielder Muresan will miss the game. Muresan has played 16 from 17 matches that Cluj played and even scored one goal.

3. Astra Ploesti have a good home record against Cluj, with two victories and one draw in the last two years. Just look the results:

21.09.2011. Astra Ploiesti - CFR Cluj 1:0 - Cup���
14.03.2011. Astra Ploiesti - CFR Cluj 1:1��
30.04.2010. Astra Ploiesti - CFR Cluj 1:0

I believe Astra Ploesti is closer to the victory here.