CS Timisul Sag exited the Romanian Cup with a 3-1 defeat at home to Scolar Resita on 12 August 2026. The visiting side delivered a composed attacking performance to overturn an early deficit and advance emphatically to the next round.

The fixture started in spectacular fashion for the hosts, who took a surprise lead inside the opening exchanges. A determined push from CS Timisul Sag caught the Scolar Resita defence cold, with a well-placed finish giving the home crowd something to cheer. However, the advantage was relatively short-lived as the away side gradually settled into the game and began to assert their quality.

Scolar Resita respond to take commanding control

Resita equalised midway through the first half, capitalising on a defensive lapse from the hosts to level the score. That goal shifted the momentum decisively. The visitors grew in confidence and started to dominate possession, pinning CS Timisul Sag in their own half and forcing a series of errors under pressure.

The second half brought further reward for the away side. A well-executed counter-attack produced their second goal, placing Timisul Sag under significant pressure to chase the match. With the home side forced forward in search of an equaliser, gaps inevitably appeared in their defensive structure. Resita took full advantage, sealing the victory with a third goal to kill off the contest and send their supporters into party mode.

Romance of the Cup shows its ruthless side

For CS Timisul Sag, the defeat brings an end to their cup journey, but the early goal demonstrated the spirit that cup ties can evoke. Scolar Resita, meanwhile, have progressed in a professional and effective manner, showing the clinical edge often required to advance deep into the Romanian Cup.

The final scoreline of 3-1 highlights the gulf in efficiency between the two sides on the evening. While Timisul Sag matched their visitors for desire and effort, Resita's superior finishing and game management ultimately proved the decisive factor in this entertaining Romanian Cup encounter.