Dunarea Giurgiu 3-0 Alexandria | Romanian Cup

Dunarea Giurgiu produced a dominant performance to sweep aside Alexandria 3-0 in the Romanian Cup, advancing confidently to the next stage of the competition. The home side controlled proceedings from start to finish, showcasing their quality in all departments.

Match Overview

Dunarea Giurgiu wasted little time asserting their superiority. The opening goal arrived in the 12th minute when a flowing move down the right flank ended with winger Costin Marin drilling a low shot into the bottom corner. The early strike set the tone for a comfortable evening for the hosts, who dictated possession and limited Alexandria to sporadic counter-attacks.

First-Half Control

Despite their dominance, Dunarea had to wait until just before the interval to double their lead. A well-timed run from midfielder Vlad Stan saw him meet a cross at the far post, nodding the ball past the helpless Alexandria goalkeeper. The goal was a reward for sustained pressure and intelligent movement.

Key Moments

• 12' – Costin Marin opens the scoring with a precise finish.
• 44' – Vlad Stan heads in the second goal from a cross.
• 73' – Substitute Marius Dumitru seals the win with a powerful strike from the edge of the box.

Second-Half Sealing

Alexandria attempted to rally after the break, introducing fresh legs in a bid to find a foothold in the contest. However, Dunarea’s defence remained resolute, with central defender Florin Teodorescu making several crucial interceptions. The final goal came in the 73rd minute when Marius Dumitru collected a loose ball and unleashed an unstoppable shot that flew into the top corner.

Cup Context

Dunarea Giurgiu’s comprehensive victory sets up an intriguing tie in the next round of the Romanian Cup. For Alexandria, the focus now shifts to their league campaign, but they can take encouragement from their disciplined effort against a strong side.

Standout Players

Costin Marin was a constant menace on the wing, while Vlad Stan’s intelligent movement caused problems throughout. Goalkeeper Ionut Popa also deserves credit for a composed performance, keeping a clean sheet without being seriously tested.