Moldovan Super Liga – June 29, 2026

CS Petrocub secured a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Dacia-Buiucani in a tense Moldovan Super Liga encounter at the Stadionul Municipal in Hîncești. The home side overcame a determined visiting team to take all three points, keeping their title challenge on track.

Match Overview

The match kicked off under clear skies, with Petrocub immediately imposing their attacking style. Dacia-Buiucani, however, proved resilient and struck first against the run of play. A defensive lapse allowed the visitors to score in the 23rd minute, stunning the home crowd. But Petrocub responded with composure. By the half-hour mark, the home side equalized through a well-worked set-piece, with central defender Mihail Țurcan heading home from a corner.

Key Moments

• 23’ – Dacia-Buiucani strike first: A swift counter-attack caught Petrocub’s backline flat-footed; midfielder Victor Buga slotted past the keeper.
• 30’ – Petrocub equalizes: Țurcan’s powerful header leveled the score, shifting momentum back to the hosts.
• 67’ – Winning goal: Substitute Andrei Cojocari latched onto a loose ball inside the box and fired low into the far corner.
• 85’ – Late drama: Dacia-Buiucani thought they had equalized, but the goal was ruled out for offside after a VAR check.

Tactical Story

Petrocub dominated possession (62%) but struggled to break down a compact Dacia defense in the first half. The introduction of Cojocari added pace and directness. Dacia-Buiucani relied on quick transitions and were dangerous on the break, but Petrocub’s defensive organization improved after the equalizer. The home side finished strongly, creating several chances before finally finding the winner.

Standout Players

• Andrei Cojocari (Petrocub): Came off the bench to score the decisive goal and troubled Dacia’s defense with his movement.
• Victor Buga (Dacia-Buiucani): Scored a fine opener and was a constant threat on the break.

Season Impact

The victory moves CS Petrocub level on points with league leaders Sheriff Tiraspol, intensifying the title race. For Dacia-Buiucani, the defeat leaves them in fifth place, now six points adrift of the European qualification spots.