The hero of Craiova with FC Argeș explained how Olten won at Mioveni » Bancu, at sacrifice: “It doesn't matter how we play”
Article by Cezar Titor – Published Monday, April 27, 2026 10:56 p.m. / Updated Monday, April 27, 2026 10:56 p.m.
Samuel Teles, 29 years old, scored the only goal of Olteni in the victory from Mioveni, 1-0 with FC Argeșand stated that the collective effort was a huge one, being a field where winning is extremely difficult. This idea was also reinforced by what was said by Nicușor Bancu, the captain of the white-blue team, who testified that the team's only goal was victory, regardless of the tricks used by Coelho's students for the three points.
The Oltenians prevailed at the limit in Mioveni, score 1-0, thanks to the success of Samuel Teles in the 10th minute, securing three essential points for the “Juvètes” in the race for a first title in Oltenia, after more than three decades of waiting. At the end of round number six, the blue-and-whites have a three-point lead over Cluj University and await the visit of Dinamo on Sunday.
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“In the end, it is very difficult to win games and it is very difficult to win such matches. It was a huge collective effort, I'm happy we scored. I have a lot of faith in my teammates, see how we fought. Not only tonight did we show that we are a team that deserves to be champions.
There are four games left, anything can happen. Our team is united, confident, we work hard and I think we can achieve something special this season. We can always be better, sure. I analyzed Dinamo's game, they are a sensational team. There are several very good teams and it is very difficult to be champion here in Romania“, said Samuel Teles at the end of the game, who scored after a corner, being knocked off the mark by the defenders of Pitesti.
Three huge points. It is very difficult to win here in Mioveni. The field is much smaller than in Craiova, but we also showed that we can play a different kind of football. We fought until the last minute, even if we didn't play our game, and the points are important.
After 1-0, we had a few more chances, I also missed, we could have made it 2-0 and be calmer. It wasn't to be, but the important thing is that we didn't concede a goal, and the points are ours. We look very good.
We also talked before the game that it doesn't matter how we play, but to lift the trophy above our heads. We defended very well, we attacked when we had to attack and the pitch helped us. We are happy with the win, because we came here to win.
Indeed, we are in first place, 3 points from 2nd place, but there are four stages to go. The next match against Dinamo is important.
– Nicușor Bancu, defender University of Craiova
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