The match between Sepsi and FCSB marked the conclusion of round four in the Superliga, kicking off at 21:32. Fans could follow the live updates on various platforms including Prima Sport 1 and Digi Sport 1.
Returning to the top tier of Romanian football, Sepsi has impressed during the early rounds, demonstrating their capability to challenge any opponent despite facing tough competition.
On the other side, FCSB ended the previous round at the top of the standings, having accumulated seven points from their first three matches.
LIVE: Sepsi – FCSB 0-0
The attendance for the match was 7,900 spectators.
In the 58th minute, Vianna delivered a cross from the right, but Batubinsika cleared the ball for a corner just in time, narrowly avoiding an own goal.
In the 56th minute, Boutoutaou received a yellow card for simulation after going down in the opponent’s box.
Just moments earlier, Boutoutaou took a strong free kick from 25 meters, but goalkeeper Lazar was alert and deflected the ball into a corner.
In the first half, FCSB made two substitutions, bringing in Radunovic and Stoian while Pădurariu and Gnahore exited the match.
Sepsi had a golden opportunity in the 15th minute when Mawa beat Pădurariu, found himself one-on-one with Popa, but failed to hit the target from a prime position.
The first notable shot came in the second minute when Crețu aimed for the far corner, but Lazar managed to secure the save.
Starting Lineups
Sepsi: Lazar – Cascardo, Vîrtej, S. Karamoko, Vianna – Silaghi, D. Andrei, Batzula – Bamgboye, Oberlin, Mawa. Substitutes: Gyenge, Vătăjelu, Cmiljanic, Cantauz, Ghimfuș, Heras, Dobrosavlevici, Oteliță, Cîmpean, A. Nistor, Davordzie. Coach: Ovidiu Burcă.
FCSB: M. Popa – Crețu, Duarte, Batubinsika, Pădurariu – J. Paulo, Gnahore – Boutoutaou, F. Tănase, Cisotti – Bîrligea. Substitutes: Târnovanu, Udrea, Dawa, Dăncuș, Oct. Popescu, Politic, M. Toma, Radunovic, L. Stancu, A. Stoian, Labonne, D. Popa. Coach: Marius Baciu.
Venue: Sepsi Arena
Referee: Andrei Florin (Mureș)
Sepsi and FCSB have a storied history, with FCSB winning 15 out of their 24 Superliga encounters, while Sepsi has only claimed two victories in the past. The teams last faced each other on September 24, 2023, where FCSB triumphed 5-2.
