CS Universitatea Craiova 5-0 FC Universitatea Cluj | Romanian Super Liga

CS Universitatea Craiova delivered a dominant performance at the Stadionul Ion Oblemenco, routing FC Universitatea Cluj 5-0 in a Romanian Super Liga clash on May 18, 2026. The emphatic victory strengthened Craiova’s position near the top of the standings and sent a clear message to their title rivals.

Match Report

Craiova started at a blistering pace, scoring twice within the first 15 minutes. The first goal came from a precise long-range strike by midfielder Andrei Ivan, who curled the ball into the top corner. The second followed soon after when striker Alexandru Mitriță latched onto a through ball and finished calmly past the visiting goalkeeper.

The home side continued to dominate possession and created chance after chance. Before the half-hour mark, a defensive mix-up allowed Craiova to score a third, effectively ending the contest as a competitive affair. The second half saw two more goals, including a stunning free kick and a poacher’s finish from a corner.

Standout Performances

• Andrei Ivan – Scored one and assisted another, pulling the strings in midfield.
• Alexandru Mitriță – Bagged a brace with clever movement and clinical finishing.
• Craiova defense – Kept a clean sheet against a Cluj side that rarely threatened.

League Context

The result keeps CS Universitatea Craiova firmly in the championship race. FC Universitatea Cluj, meanwhile, will need to regroup quickly after their heaviest defeat of the season. With the Super Liga title fight intensifying, this victory could prove pivotal for Craiova’s ambitions.