League

National Arena
Spectators: 8000 (Terracing: 6000, Seating: 1840, VIP seats: 160) The mood of the audience was pleasant when Iordache Coșereanu made the kick off which started today's match. Iordache Coșereanu sent away a hard shot on goal in the 2nd minute, but the ball went just over the crossbar and out. A very good chance. Iordache Coșereanu charged in rather forcefully in the 4th minute of the match, and managed to knock his opponent down. The referee showed Iordache Coșereanu the yellow card, and asked the players to shake hands before continuing play. In the 4th match minute, CLUB GALATI was awarded a freekick, the ball was picked up by Iordache Coșereanu to maneuver through the defense. 11 minutes into the game, Matei Stancu was given a yellow card after he appeared to trip an opposing player. CLUB GALATI's manager was livid on the sidelines, but the referee was unmoved and gave Steaua Bucuresti the free kick. After 11 played minutes CLUB GALATI got a freekick which was hit by Matei Stancu. With his leg Paul Simionescu managed to avoid a goal in the 12thth minute, when Steaua Bucuresti's Cristian Ploieșteanu fired away a shot with a lot of spin towards his right hand side. Paul Simionescu made an important save on a dangerous shot by Doru Dănănae in the 13th minute. After 14 played minutes CLUB GALATI got a freekick which was hit by Prosper Harnikov. Cristian Ploieșteanu could have scored with his fast shot on goal in the 16th minute of the match, but Paul Simionescu made a huge save. With a little luck, CLUB GALATI's Paul Simionescu got control of the ball when Remus Dudea tried to sneak it across the goal line. Steaua Bucuresti were awarded a corner in the 19th minute after CLUB GALATI's defender lost control of the ball, allowing it to roll out over the line. Calistrat Lovin took the corner. Hami Geçer stood for a superb save when he managed to get hold of Iordache Coșereanu's shot from short distance in the 23rd minute. Hami Geçer made a wonderful reflex save on a shot from Iordache Coșereanu in the 24th minute of play. When Steaua Bucuresti's Cristian Ploieșteanu in the 27th minute got a chance for a shot 27th didn't hesitate and placed the ball to the right of the goalie. A beautiful save bye CLUB GALATI's goalie prevented a goal. Paul Simionescu stood for a superb save when he managed to get hold of Cristian Ploieșteanu's shot from short distance in the 27th minute. With a little luck, CLUB GALATI's Paul Simionescu got control of the ball when Cristian Ploieșteanu tried to sneak it across the goal line. Gigi Alucusan hit a great freekick 32 minutes into the match. Hami Geçer showed his good apprehension of the play when he made a fantastic save on a shot from Ole-Einar Skåre, who was totally free with the ball in the 36th minute. After some careless play in the CLUB GALATI defense, Doru Dănănae kicked a shot that curved into the net to the right of Paul Simionescu. The CLUB GALATI fans voiced their displeasure as they felt that Paul Simionescu should have stopped the shot. Florín Răducioiu fired away a screaming shot towards the goal in the 39th minute, but the shot went just over the crossbar without Paul Simionescu having to interfere. Laurențiu Cojocaru's late challenge caught a CLUB GALATI's player on the shin and left him crawling around in pain. The referee blew his whistle and produced the yellow card. Laurențiu Cojocaru helped the player get up and apologised.

The players of the home team were most fresh-looking when they entered the field to play the second half. Cristian Ploieșteanu was the one to do the kick off. After 51 played minutes Steaua Bucuresti got a freekick which was hit by Remus Dudea. Paul Simionescu showed brilliant goalkeeper skills when he caught the ball after a hard shot from Cristian Ploieșteanu in the 54th minute of the match. Steaua Bucuresti's attacker deliberately struck the ball against an opponent to win a corner for his team. The corner was taken by Calistrat Lovin in the 60th minute. 65 minutes into the match, CLUB GALATI's goal looked a bit too open when Roel Meertens came free, but Paul Simionescu reached the ball before it rolled over the goal line. Ole-Einar Skåre struck a weak shot in the 67th minute. Hami Geçer didn't even have to move as the ball rolled over the line well wide of the goal. A wasted opportunity for CLUB GALATI. When Steaua Bucuresti's Cristian Ploieșteanu in the 70th minute got a chance for a shot 70th didn't hesitate and placed the ball to the right of the goalie. A beautiful save bye CLUB GALATI's goalie prevented a goal. In the 70thth minute of the game Cristian Ploieșteanu who was perfectly placed tried to make a shot on goal, but CLUB GALATI's Paul Simionescu was lucky and managed to grab hold of the ball. With a couple of smart ball manuevers Cristian Ploieșteanu in the 75th managed to get into a good position. With a left leg Paul Simionescu saved CLUB GALATI from getting behind. 81 minutes into the game, Prosper Harnikov was given a yellow card after he appeared to trip an opposing player. CLUB GALATI's manager was livid on the sidelines, but the referee was unmoved and gave Steaua Bucuresti the free kick. Prosper Harnikov hit a great freekick 81 minutes into the match. Paul Simionescu took care of the ball after a well-directed shot from Cristian Ploieșteanu, even though the ball almost passed him on his left side. After 85 minutes, Cristian Ploieșteanu made it 3-1 with a short kick to the right side. CLUB GALATI's Paul Simionescu tried to save the shot but he was too slow in reacting to the shot. Ole-Einar Skåre fired away a screaming shot towards the goal in the 90th minute, but the shot went just over the crossbar without Hami Geçer having to interfere. Steaua Bucuresti were really happy, having secured the victory after a very even contest. They thanked the players of CLUB GALATI for a fine match.