Romanian Cup: CSM Reșița eliminated by Petrolul Ploiești

In the Romanian Cup play-offs, CSM Reșița was eliminated following a 2-3 defeat against first-division side Petrolul Ploiești. Despite dominating much of the match, Reșița fell behind 0-2 in the first half due to goals from Lucho Vega and David Paraschiva. Reșița fought back in the second half with goals from Stefan Visic and Cristian Chiracu to tie the game 2-2 at the end of regulation time.

The match proceeded to extra time, where Petrolul Ploiești secured the victory in the 109th minute through a shot by Cătălin Toleaa.

Other notable results from the play-offs include Chindia Târgoviște advancing past SCM Râmnicu Vâlcea on penalties, and FC Bihor Oradea defeating Farul Constanța 1-0. Upcoming fixtures include Steaua București against FK Csikszereda and CSC Șelimbăr against FC Botoșani.

Amidst the tournament developments, controversy surrounds Steaua București coach Daniel Oprița. While Oprița claimed to have resigned following a poor start to the season, club leadership has contradicted these reports, stating they have not received a formal written resignation.