Romanian Liga II Round-Up: AFC Metalul Buzau Secures Thrilling 3-2 Win Over Chindia Targoviste In a dramatic Liga II encounter at the Stadionul Eugen Popescu, AFC Metalul Buzau emerged victorious with a 3-2 away win against Chindia Targoviste. The match, kicking off at 18:30 local time, was a back-and-forth affair that saw the visitors hold their nerve in a chaotic final period to secure three vital points. This result provides a significant boost to Buzau's campaign, while leaving the home side to rue missed opportunities in a game they led at one stage. The match was decided by a late surge from the away side, turning the tide in their favor in the closing minutes. The home side started brightly, taking an early lead through a well-worked team move that was finished calmly. Metalul Buzau responded before halftime, leveling the score with a powerful header from a corner. Chindia regained the advantage early in the second half, converting a penalty after a handball in the box. However, Buzau showed tremendous resilience, equalizing for a second time with a stunning long-range effort. The winner came with just over ten minutes remaining, as a swift counter-attack was finished clinically, completing the comeback. The final minutes were tense, with Chindia pushing desperately for an equalizer, but the Buzau defense held firm. A key focus point was the penalty decision that gave Chindia their second goal, which appeared soft upon review but was upheld by the referee. The standout performance came from Metalul Buzau's attacking midfielder, who was involved in all three goals, scoring one and assisting the other two, driving his team forward relentlessly. For Chindia, their defensive organization crumbled under late pressure, a concerning trend they will need to address. This result sees AFC Metalul Buzau climb the Liga II table, moving into a more secure mid-table position, while Chindia Targoviste remains mired in the lower half, increasing the pressure as the season progresses.