Metalurgistul Cugir secured a 2-1 home victory over Universitatea Alba Iulia in a Romanian Liga III fixture played on February 27, 2026. The win provided a vital three points for Cugir in what was likely a competitive and physical match between two sides with regional pride at stake. The home team would have been spurred on by their supporters and managed to find the net twice, which proved just enough for the win. Universitatea Alba Iulia pushed them all the way, scoring a goal to set up a nervy finish, but Metalurgistul held on to claim the spoils. Results like these are the foundation of a successful season in the third division, and Cugir's ability to see out a tight game will serve them well. For Alba Iulia, it was a case of coming close but leaving empty-handed, a frustrating outcome in a match they felt they could have taken something from.