Zeljko Kopic's conclusions after Dinamo narrowly missed out on victory in Gruia

Article by Maria Olteanu – Published Sunday, April 12, 2026 23:28 / Updated Sunday, April 12, 2026 23:32
CFR Cluj – Dinamo 1-1. Zeljko Kopic (48 years old), Dinamo's coach, drew the first conclusions at the end of the game that his team dominated and had a chance to win.
The Croatian was satisfied with what his students showed on the field, but not with how the scoreboard showed at the end of the match. Even if Dinamo remained last in the play-offs and without a win since the top 6 started, Kopic believes that he is preparing a good team, which can still fight for the leading positions.
In particular, he noted the evolution of Adrian Mazilu, later praising Musi and Armstrong.
Zeljko Kopic's reaction after the draw with CFR Cluj
“I'm satisfied with the team's performance, but I'm not satisfied with the result. Considering what happened on the pitch today, we deserved all the points. They cleared the ball off the goal line, we played well, we had a lot of chances.
But we have to be careful, because we conceded that goal and we didn't react properly. It's about concentration and responsibility, especially in the fixed phases. The team played well, mentally we were good, we tried to push the game.
We are unhappy with the final result. We have a good team, that's what we talk about among ourselves. It's not a surprise to me. I am also satisfied with the evolution of Mazilu, he is slowly approaching the level we want from him. Like Musi and Armstrong, when we're all healthy and fit, we have potential.
There are other players who had problems, Pușcaș came later, but the team is very good as the squad looks now. We have to play all the matches to the end and fight for every ball, every point. I have to motivate the players, and they see what kind of game we have.
I felt I had personality in the game and a good spirit. All the upcoming matches are important. We have U Cluj and then Craiova in the Cup. I hope we will be in the game as much as possible in both competitions”, said Kopic, after the match, on the show “Digi Sport Special”.
The best images from the match CFR Cluj – Dinamo




