Article by Alexandru Tomuțiu – Published on Sunday, 08 February 2026 23:32 / Updated on Sunday, 08 February 2026 23:41
Viorel Ion (58 years old), an increasingly rare appearance in public, was Mihai Mironică's guest in the GSP Live Special studio. The former striker, who played for Steaua between 1992-1995, is convinced that FCSB can fight for the title of champion this season.
After the success with Oțelul (4-1), FCSB reached 3 consecutive victories and ranks 8th, with 40 points, two behind U Cluj, which is 6th, the last play-off position.
After the last results, Viorel Ion sees FCSB in the play-off. And there, he believes that the experience of the red-blues will make them sign up with real chances to win the championship.
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“The ones from FCSB are at their best at the moment. 3 stages ago, Steaua didn't have much chance in the play-offs. The results that took place, helped them and the other matches between other teams, made them have a real chance for the play-offs.
And if they reach the play-offs, it's clear that they are fighting for the title. Halving the points, Steaua has more experience than Dinamo and Craiova. In Craiova, even when it was good, something bad had to happen. That's Oltenia, you have nothing to do.
Dinamo don't know if they have enough maturity in terms of results and game consistency. Although at halftime I said that Dinamo and Rapid are fighting for the title. After this result and the appearance of the game… You also have U Cluj in the direct match, beat them and eliminate them from the play-off. All those who are in the play-off have a chance for the title”, said Viorel Ion, on the GSP Live Special show.
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