Historic Rivalry Renewed: Three Superliga Matches Scheduled for Saturday

Historic Rivalry Renewed: Three Superliga Matches Scheduled for Saturday

Three exciting matches in the Romanian Superliga are scheduled for Saturday. The day promises intense rivalry, featuring key teams and historical contexts that football fans won’t want to miss.

Match Schedule and Details

  • Unirea Slobozia vs. FC Hermannstadt
    Time: 14:30
  • FC Argeș vs. UTA Arad
    Time: 17:00
  • FC Rapid vs. Universitatea Cluj
    Time: 20:00

Unirea Slobozia vs. FC Hermannstadt

Unirea Slobozia has struggled recently, with just one victory in their last 13 matches. Their only win came against Metaloglobus on December 20, 2025, with a score of 3-2. During this streak, they managed one draw and suffered 11 defeats.

On the other hand, FC Hermannstadt has not secured a Superliga victory since September 21, 2025, when they defeated Rapid 2-1. Since that victory, they have recorded four draws and nine losses.

Historically, these teams have faced off four times in the Superliga, with each team claiming one win and two matches ending in draws.

FC Argeș vs. UTA Arad

FC Argeș faced a setback on December 20, 2025, losing to Oțelul 1-2. This was their only defeat in the last six matches, where they also achieved four wins and one draw.

UTA Arad has shown competitive spirit, winning four of their 11 away matches in the current season and drawing four times. Overall, these two teams have clashed 51 times in the league, with FC Argeș winning 23 matches, UTA Arad winning 17, and 11 matches ending in draws.

FC Rapid vs. Universitatea Cluj

The match between FC Rapid and Universitatea Cluj is particularly significant. The last eight matches have seen Cluj suffer just one defeat—a 0-1 loss to Dinamo on January 18, 2026. Rapid boasts an impressive record in their current home fixtures, with seven wins, two draws, and only two losses.

This fixture is the oldest rivalry in the current Superliga, dating back to the 1933-1934 season. Their first encounter saw Universitatea Cluj win 2-1 at home on November 26, 1933. In the return match, Rapid secured a 1-0 victory on April 21, 1934. Over the years, they have met 101 times, with Rapid winning 43 matches and Cluj winning 40, while 18 matches ended in draws.

For Cristiano Bergodi, this match will hold special significance, as he previously coached Rapid during three different seasons, leading them to success including a memorable Supercupa României victory in 2007.

Fans can expect thrilling competition as historic rivalries are reignited in these key matchups across the Superliga.