CS Universitatea Craiova claimed a hard-fought 1-0 win over rivals Fotbal Club FCSB in a tense Romanian Super Liga derby on February 16, 2026. The match at the Stadionul Ion Oblemenco was decided by a single, second-half goal in a contest where defensive solidity and midfield battle were paramount. Both teams created half-chances in a cagey first period, but the deadlock was broken just after the hour mark when Craiova's striker reacted quickest to a loose ball in the box to slot home. FCSB pushed relentlessly for an equalizer in the closing stages, forcing Craiova's goalkeeper into a series of excellent saves, but the hosts held firm. This derby victory provided a massive boost to Universitatea Craiova's points tally and morale, while dealing a blow to FCSB's title challenge.