Match news
Poli Timişoara beat SCM Râmnicu Vâlcea in Liga a 2-a clash
Poli Timişoara defeated SCM Râmnicu Vâlcea in a Liga a 2-a match on 17 October 2026, with Burlacu scoring the decisive goal.
Published coverage
Articles by Iancu Robila
Match news
Ianis Hagi earns 6.5 rating in Fenerbahce substitute appearance against Alanyaspor
Romanian midfielder Ianis Hagi received a 6.5 rating from SofaScore after coming on as a substitute for Fenerbahce in their match against Alanyaspor.
Official news
Romanian Football Federation declines FIFA U15 World Cup invitation over format and leadership concerns
The Romanian Football Federation has refused to participate in the upcoming FIFA U15 World Cup in Azerbaijan, citing issues with the tournament format and a desire to send a message to FIFA president Gianni Infantino.
Transfer watch
CFR Cluj owner denies rumors of coach Marius Șumudică's departure
CFR Cluj owner Neluțu Varga has denied reports that head coach Marius Șumudică intends to leave the club, stating they maintain a good relationship despite financial and scheduling challenges.
Official news
Vlad Chiricheș rejects FCSB sporting director role after retirement
Former Romania captain Vlad Chiricheș has turned down an offer from FCSB to serve as sporting director following his retirement from professional football in summer 2026.
Match news
Universitatea Craiova beat Farul 2-0 to close gap on SuperLiga leaders
Universitatea Craiova defeated FC Farul Constanta 2-0 in Round 12 of the SuperLiga, with goals from Simon Elisor and Oleksandr Romanchuk securing three points for Filipe Coelho's side.
Official news
Bucharest City Hall launches tender for new video cube at Arena Națională ahead of 2028 Europa League final
Bucharest City Hall has initiated a 1.3 million euro procurement process to install a new video cube at Arena Națională, aiming to complete the upgrade by spring 2028 in preparation for the UEFA Europa League final.
Match news
Csikszereda coach criticizes referee after VAR decisions in draw with Oțelul Galați
Valentin Suciu disputed a simulation call against his player after referee Istvan Kovacs used VAR to cancel a penalty during the 1-1 Superliga draw.
Official news
Rapid coach Daniel Pancu faces three complaints at CNCD for discriminatory remarks against U Cluj coach Cristiano Bergodi
Rapid Bucharest manager Daniel Pancu is the subject of three formal complaints filed with the National Council for Combating Discrimination following comments he made about U Cluj coach Cristiano Bergodi.
Earlier preview
Botoșani owner Iftime says he is not afraid of league leaders Dinamo ahead of Superliga clash
FC Botoșani owner Valeriu Iftime and coach Marius Croitoru expressed confidence before their Superliga match against table-toppers Dinamo, citing recent draw trends and squad availability.
Official news
Petrolul Ploiești confirms Ilie Oană stadium is ready for Sepsi match after pitch repairs
Petrolul Ploiești will host Sepsi at the Ilie Oană stadium this Saturday after completing necessary turf maintenance, following a warning from the LPF regarding pitch conditions.
Earlier preview
Dinamo prepares for FC Botoșani clash with league lead and perfect home record
League leaders Dinamo face FC Botoșani in SuperLiga round 12, aiming to maintain their unbeaten home record and extend a 10-match unbeaten run.
Earlier preview
Getafe covers ticket costs for traveling supporters ahead of Conference League clash
Getafe has paid for the match tickets of 300 fans traveling to Romania for the European cup fixture against Universitatea Craiova.
Match news
Florinel Coman criticized after Al Gharafa loss to Esteghlal FC
Romanian winger Florinel Coman faced media criticism for his performance during Al Gharafa's defeat to Esteghlal FC in the Asian Champions League.
Earlier preview
Universitatea Craiova prepares for Conference League opener against Getafe at Ion Oblemenco
Universitatea Craiova faces Getafe in the first round of the UEFA Conference League main phase on October 15, 2026, with high fan attendance and significant financial stakes.
Official news
Bucharest Tribunal sets October 2026 trial date for Rapid pyrotechnics case
The Bucharest Tribunal has scheduled the start of the trial for the 'Pyro Rapid' case on October 21, 2026, involving 15 defendants including former club president Daniel Niculae and gallery leader Liviu Ungurean.
Official news
Răzvan Zăvăleanu dismisses Hendrik Klein's claims of investing in CFR Cluj
CFR Cluj administrator Răzvan Zăvăleanu rejected Hendrik Klein's investment claims, stating the businessman lacked official status and was seeking employment rather than providing capital.
Official news
Gică Popescu warns Romanian sport faces disappearance without funding reform
Former prime ministerial advisor Gică Popescu has issued a stark warning that Romanian performance sport could vanish unless legislative changes allow joint-stock companies to deduct sponsorship expenses.
Club news
FCSB and Rapid prepare for high-attendance derby at Arena Națională
FCSB and Rapid are set to meet in a Superliga derby with expectations of record attendance, as both teams enter the match in strong form under their respective coaches.
Match news
Neagoe and Trică urge Universitatea Craiova to target victory against Getafe
Former Universitatea Craiova figures Eugen Neagoe and Eugen Trică have encouraged the team to play for a win in their upcoming UEFA Conference League match against Getafe.