Știința Poli Timișoara defeats SC Popești Leordeni in Liga 2 derby

In Romanian football, Știința Poli Timișoara secured a 4-3 victory against SC Popești Leordeni in a Liga 2 derby match. The win ended Popești Leordeni’s unbeaten streak and caused them to drop from 3rd to 5th place in the standings. The match featured multiple lead changes, including goals from Quadri Taiwo and Bogdan Fîrțînescu for the Ilfov team, and a brace from Aurelian Chițu for Timișoara.

In separate action, CIL Blaj maintained a perfect record with five wins from five matches after defeating Poli Timișoara 2 with a score of 2-1. The decisive goal was scored by Tineiu in the 90+3 minute, securing the top position for the Blaj side.