Sports

“What is valid today is no longer valid tomorrow in football”


Article by Cosmin Nistor – Published Saturday, 09 May 2026, 09:36 / Updated Saturday, 09 May 2026 09:36

Mihai Stoica, the president of the Board of Directors of FCSB, spoke about the fight for the 4th place and about the possible opponent of the champion of Romania in the play-off for qualification in the UEFA Conference League.

The Red-Blues have mathematically ensured their presence in the semi-final of the pool, but in order to reach the last act, Lucian Filip's team must pass the team that will ensure their presence in the semi-final.

MM Stoica, about the opponent at the dam: “Dinamo destroyed Rapid!”

The official of the champion believes that the fight for the 4th place will be between Dinamo and Rapid and explained that the current form can completely change the calculations.

“At this moment, I think the semifinals have been reached. Which way? One semifinal is FCSB – Botoșani and the other is Dinamo – Rapid.

Even if they don't play each other, but this is the semi-final. So they are fighting for the 4th place, we are fighting with Botoșani, Csikszereda would have a 1% chance to take the face of Botoșani. We are sure that we are playing the barrage. Here it is summarized.

So Dinamo with Rapid, if we pass Botoșani, they are fighting to play with us. On home soil, it's true. So basically it's another championship now, between play-off and play-out. We meet at the intersection.

What is being played now, I would prefer Rapid. In terms of atmosphere, I would prefer Dinamo, even if there can be pressure there, but maybe 6,000 (number of supporters at the “Arcul de Triumf” stadium) exert less pressure than 12,000 in Giulesti. One is Rapid with Petrila, another is Rapid without Petrila.

The play-off began, Rapid beat Dinamo without the right to appeal. The return of the play-off began, Dinamo destroyed Rapid. I mean, what is valid today is no longer valid tomorrow in football, clearly. In football, I think it is obvious that one day is not the same as another, one half is not the same as another. I mean, there are some things that only happen in football”, said Mihai Stoica, according to fanatik.ro.

The ranking from the Superliga play-out

Ashley Davis

I’m Ashley Davis as an editor, I’m committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and accuracy in every piece we publish. My work is driven by curiosity, a passion for truth, and a belief that journalism plays a crucial role in shaping public discourse. I strive to tell stories that not only inform but also inspire action and conversation.

Related Articles

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Back to top button