Article by Robert Vîrdol – Published Monday, May 25, 2026, 2:42 p.m. / Updated Monday, May 25, 2026, 2:42 p.m.
FCSB prevailed with a score of 4-3 in the duel with FC Botoșaniand now he will play against Dinamo in the second leg of the Europa League play-off. Andrei Cristea (42 years old), the former striker of both teams, was present at the match with the Moldovans and had a remark.
On Friday, Dinamo Bucharest will receive a visit from FCSB, in a duel for the Conference League preliminaries. The “red dogs” placed fourth in the play-off, thus securing the play-off spot, and FCSB second in the play-out. The red-blues managed only two victories in the last five matches, just like the Dynamo players.
Andrei Cristea: “Dawa impressed me the most last night”
Andrei Cristea
Andrei Cristea talked about the match with FC Botoșani, and his favorite was central defender Dawa.
“It was a spectacular match, just like all the play-offs this year. It was a tough season for FCSB. FCSB was used to play-offs, not play-outs, and I think the reason why many mistakes were made was the pressure.
Dawa impressed me the most last night. Even though he had some mistakes, he had a very good intensity in his duels. Of course I also liked what Tavi Popescu did, it had a sparkle. I was talking to someone and I even told him that those who will come from the bench will have to make a difference. They were two depleted teams, coming off a tough year.
I don't see a clear favorite in the next match. Both Dinamo and FCSB will be very focused. As if I see a plus for Dinamo. FCSB has the argument that they play well in important matches, but Dinamo plays in front of their own supporters”, said Andrei Cristea for Gazeta Sporturilor.
