Pancu’s Team Dreams of Victory in Title Race: “Every Game a Finale”

CFR Cluj snatched a dramatic 1-0 win at FC Argeș in Pitești during the fifth round of the Superliga play-off. Adrian Păun struck deep in stoppage time, scoring in the third minute of added time. The victory lifted CFR to third place with 34 points.

Standings and context

Universitatea Cluj leads with 39 points. Universitatea Craiova sits second with 36 points. Both teams have one game in hand on CFR Cluj.

Decisive moment

Păun’s late finish decided a tight contest. The goal came in the 90+3 minute. FC Argeș proved difficult to break down and showed strong organisation.

Reactions from the dressing room

Adrian Păun

Păun praised the opponent’s season and resilience. He said CFR still aims to fight for the title. He added that recent medical problems made the goal feel like a release. Păun told Filmogaz.com he hopes the result will boost morale for the last five matches.

Andrei Cordea

Cordea used the same keyword of “descătușare” to describe the mood. He said the squad is ready for Saturday’s clash with U Cluj. He also mentioned the win was for the supporters and that the team deserved the outcome.

Mario Camora

The veteran celebrated a clean sheet and praised Păun’s finish. Camora stressed the importance of treating every fixture like a final. He urged the team to fight and run until the last second, aiming to close the gap on the teams above.

Outlook

Coach Daniel Pancu’s group remains in the title race. The side has adopted a mentality summed up by the slogan “Every Game a Finale”. The upcoming derby versus U Cluj will be pivotal for their ambitions.