UTA Arad secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over FC Botosani in the Romanian Super Liga on February 15, 2026. The home side came from behind to claim all three points in a match that had significant implications at the bottom of the league table. FC Botosani took a surprise lead in the first half with a well-worked team goal. UTA Arad responded with increased intensity after the break, equalizing through a powerful header from a corner kick. The match winner came in the 75th minute, a low driven shot from the edge of the box that found the bottom corner, sending the home fans into raptures. Botosani pushed for a late equalizer but found the UTA defense resolute. This result provides a crucial boost for UTA Arad's survival hopes, lifting them away from the relegation zone, while Botosani remains entrenched in a difficult battle. The UTA manager hailed his team's character, while the Botosani coach pointed to a lapse in concentration for the decisive goal.