FC Politehnica Chisinau claimed a dramatic 2-1 victory over Dacia-Buiucani in a Friday-night Moldovan Super Liga clash on 5 September 2026, giving their home supporters plenty to cheer about in the capital.

The match was far more than a local derby. Both sides arrived needing points to build momentum in the early part of the Moldovan season, and the high tempo from the first whistle reflected the stakes.

Politehnica make the breakthrough

It was Politehnica who struck first, and they did so through a well-rehearsed set-piece routine. A floated corner from the left was met at the near post, and the deflected finish gave the Dacia-Buiucani goalkeeper little chance. The home side grew in confidence after the goal, launching quick attacks down both flanks and forcing a string of saves before half-time.

Dacia-Buiucani responded after the interval with more urgency. They controlled possession for long spells in the middle of the park and finally found their equaliser when Politehnica were caught napping under a long ball. The striker made no mistake, slotting low into the bottom corner to make it 1-1 and set up a tense final half-hour.

Late winner decides a tight contest

With the match looking likely to end level, Politehnica counter-attacked brilliantly down the right. The winger skipped past two defenders before delivering a low cross that was turned in from close range. The goal sparked wild celebrations in the home end and proved decisive, with Dacia unable to find a second equaliser in added time.

From a tactical standpoint, Politehnica’s willingness to defend in a narrow block then attack quickly caused problems all night. Dacia-Buiucani had more of the ball, but too often lacked a final ball against a well-organised home defence.

What the result means

The three points move FC Politehnica Chisinau towards the upper half of the Moldovan Super Liga standings, while Dacia-Buiucani will be frustrated not to have taken something from the game. Still, there were encouraging signs in their away performance, and round-to-round consistency will decide how high both teams can climb.