CSM Slatina 1–0 ACSM Politehnica Iași
Romanian Liga II – Promotion Play‑off Round 6 | 9 May 2026

Match Summary

CSM Slatina edged out ACSM Politehnica Iași 1‑0 in a tense promotion play‑off encounter at Stadionul Municipal. A first‑half goal proved enough for Slatina to claim all three points, keeping their slim promotion hopes alive while dealing a blow to Iași’s automatic promotion bid.

Decisive Moment

The only goal of the game arrived in the 34th minute. Slatina’s right‑back Ionut Sandu delivered a dangerous cross into the box, and striker Claudiu Toma rose highest to power a header past Iași goalkeeper Andrei Rusu. It was Toma’s fourth goal of the play‑off campaign, underlining his importance to the side.

Defensive Resilience

Politehnica Iași dominated possession in the second half, pushing forward in search of an equaliser. However, Slatina’s defence, led by centre‑back Mihai Neagu, held firm. Goalkeeper Adrian Popescu made two crucial saves in the final 20 minutes, including a point‑blank stop from Iași substitute Ionut Dima.

Key Performers

• Claudiu Toma (CSM Slatina) – Scored the decisive goal and led the line effectively.
• Adrian Popescu (CSM Slatina) – Kept a clean sheet with vital late saves.
• Mihai Neagu (CSM Slatina) – Organised the backline and made several important clearances.

Promotion Race Impact

CSM Slatina move up to fourth in the promotion play‑off group, now five points behind leaders Poli Timișoara with four matches remaining. Politehnica Iași drop to third, two points off the top but still in contention. Every point is crucial as the race for promotion to Liga I heats up.