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Politehnica Iasi and Universitatea Craiova deliver a thrilling encounter in Liga I
Iași, Romania – Politehnica Iasi and Universitatea Craiova locked horns in a thrilling encounter in the ninth round of Liga I, with the visitors ultimately securing a dramatic 2-1 victory.
Politehnica Iasi took the lead in the 30th minute through a well-taken goal by F. Kamberi, who capitalized on a fine assist. The home team dominated the first half, maintaining possession and posing a constant threat with their attacking play.
However, the second half witnessed a complete shift in the game’s momentum. Universitatea Craiova emerged with renewed vigor and managed to equalize in the 59th minute. A. Mitrita converted a missed penalty into a goal, showcasing the team’s determination.
The visitors’ comeback continued unabated, with Tailson scoring the decisive winning goal in the 90th minute, following a stunning individual effort.
The match was characterized by its intense nature, featuring numerous yellow cards and substitutions for both teams. Referee Rares George Vidican maintained control throughout the game, ensuring a fair and exciting contest.
Ultimately, Universitatea Craiova’s victory was a testament to their superior second-half performance, marked by a more aggressive approach and clinical finishing.
Match Statistics:
Politehnica Iasi: 30% possession, 12 shots (2 on target, 7 off target), 1 corner, 13 fouls, 4 yellow cards, no red cards.
Universitatea Craiova: 70% possession, 21 shots (5 on target, 5 off target), 12 corners, 11 fouls, 2 yellow cards, no red cards.
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Substitutions universitatea craiova: at minute 43 L. Paradela came in and C. Mora went out., at minute 62 L. Houri came in and M. Capatina went out., at minute 79 V. Screciu came in and T. Oshima went out., at minute 80 D. Barbu came in and A. Ivan went out., at minute 80 D. Maldonado came in and G. Sierra went out.
Substitutions politehnica iasi: at minute 59 D. Atanaskoski came in and T. Todoroski went out., at minute 67 A. Gheorghita came in and S. Stefanovici went out., at minute 67 Tailson came in and V. Gheorghe went out., at minute 85 R. Miskovic came in and M. Bordeianu went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Politehnica Iasi
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Universitatea Craiova
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