Article by Cosmin Nistor – Published on Thursday, 12 February 2026, 23:49 / Updated on Thursday, 12 February 2026 23:58
The University of Craiova drew with FCSB, score 2-2, in the last round of the Romanian Cup groups, a result that ensured qualification for the quarterfinals of the competition. At the end of the game, Luca Băsceanu, the “Juve” player and the author of the decisive pass for Craiova's second goal, spoke about the qualification, the rivalry with FCSB and the upcoming duel in the championship.
Olteni move on from a favorable position and will meet CFR Cluj, the second place holder in Group A.
Luca Băsceanu, after Craiova – FCSB 2-2: “I hope we don't give them any chance”
The Olten midfielder emphasized that the team focused exclusively on their own game, regardless of the opponent.
“We had opportunities, we played what we knew, we did our job and qualified further. We only thought about playing our game, not who we were playing. It worked out for us and we are happy to have qualified and now all thoughts are on the game on Sunday.
The rivalry with FCSB, a well-known team in Romania, means a lot. I hope we don't give them any chance on Sunday and let's take the three points. We play for ourselves, not to prevent someone from entering the play-offs. We play our game and we want to get the three points.”
Băsceanu expects another intense duel in the championship and highlighted the support of the fans from Bănie.
“I say it will be a similar game on Sunday. We have to go in mounted and not give them any chance, and we stay in first place. I'm glad that the fans supported us, I didn't expect there to be so many, considering the day and the time.”
Băsceanu, about Romania's Nations League group: “We can do a lot”
Asked about Romania's UEFA Nations League group (Poland, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Sweden), the Craiova player remained optimistic.
“It's a group in which we can do a lot, but first I hope we qualify for the World Cup“, said Băsceanu at the end of the match.
