Farul vs. FCSB Live: Stoican Faces Rădoi in Debut Clash
Farul host FCSB at the Academia “Gheorghe Hagi” in Ovidiu. Kick-off is set for 20:30 on Monday, April 20, 2026.
Broadcast and live coverage
The game closes the Superliga round. Viewers can watch on Digi Sport 1 and Prima Sport 1. Follow live text updates on Filmogaz.com.
Team news and starting lineups
Flavius Stoican takes charge for the first time. He replaced Ianis Zicu a week ago.
- Farul starting XI: Rafael Munteanu; D. Maftei, Dican, Gustavo, Cr. Ganea; I. Vînă, Dan Sîrbu, Ramalho; Ișfan, Alibec, Radaslavescu.
- Farul coach: Flavius Stoican.
- FCSB starting XI: Ștefan Târnovanu; Crețu, Dawa, M. Popescu, Joao Paulo; Fl. Tănase, Vlad Chiricheș, D. Olaru; D. Miculescu, Al. Stoian, Cisotti.
- FCSB coach: Mirel Rădoi.
Bench and squad notes
Both teams named full benches with multiple options. Key substitutes include Jovan Markovic and Tavi Popescu. Stoican aims to stabilise Farul after recent changes.
Coaches and context
Stoican returns to top-flight management after three years. Farul is the eighth club he has coached at this level.
His career record in the top division stands at 192 matches, with 62 wins, 48 draws and 82 losses. He says the squad is eager and hopes for a strong performance.
Rădoi faces a different challenge. He must balance selection decisions and the club owner’s wishes. He acknowledged the situation publicly before the match.
Players to watch
Darius Olaru plays his 300th Superliga match. He has 57 goals, 42 assists and drew 15 penalties in the competition so far.
Vlad Chiricheș, 36, starts despite objections from owner Gigi Becali. Ștefan Târnovanu also keeps the goalkeeper spot.
Form, history and recent meetings
The sides last met on November 30, 2025. FCSB won that game 2-1. Ionuț Larie scored for Farul. Adrian Șut and David Miculescu found the net for FCSB.
In the previous ten league meetings, Farul won twice. FCSB claimed six victories and two matches ended as draws.
FCSB have recorded six wins and four draws from 16 away league fixtures this season. Farul’s home record this term is eight wins, four draws and five defeats.
Match officials and venue
Stadium: Academia “Gheorghe Hagi”, Ovidiu. Referee: Flueran Viorel Nicușor from Craiova.
- Assistant referees: Vodă Alexandru (Alba Iulia) and Ilinca Cristian Daniel (Craiova).
- VAR: Coza Ionuţ (Cernica). VAR assistant: Antonie Andrei (Bucureşti).
Final notes
The clash is also promoted across digital platforms. Fans can follow Farul vs FCSB Live coverage on Filmogaz.com and on television channels.
The fixture presents Stoican vs Rădoi in a managerial duel. Both coaches hope their plans pay off as the league moves forward.
