FC Pucioasa 1-0 CS Tricolorul Breaza | Romanian Cup

A solitary goal was enough for FC Pucioasa to overcome CS Tricolorul Breaza in a tightly contested Romanian Cup tie, advancing to the next round with a hard-fought 1-0 victory. The match was a showcase of defensive discipline and a single moment of quality that separated the sides.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, both teams displayed caution, recognising the importance of avoiding early mistakes in a knockout fixture. FC Pucioasa enjoyed a slight edge in possession, but clear-cut chances were scarce as both defences held firm.

The Decisive Moment

The breakthrough came in the 38th minute through a set piece. A corner was cleared only as far as the edge of the box, where midfielder George Radulescu controlled the ball and unleashed a dipping volley that beat the Tricolorul Breaza goalkeeper at his near post. The goal sparked celebrations among the home supporters, who sensed that one goal might be enough on the night.

Key Moments

• 38' – George Radulescu scores the only goal with a stunning volley from a cleared corner.
• 55' – Tricolorul Breaza’s best chance: a header from a free kick that went just wide.
• 79' – FC Pucioasa’s goalkeeper made a vital save to preserve the lead.
• 90+3' – A late Tricolorul Breaza attack was thwarted by a last-ditch tackle.

Defensive Resilience

After taking the lead, FC Pucioasa dropped deeper, inviting Tricolorul Breaza to push forward. The visitors increased their intensity in the second half but found Ionut Bălan and his defensive partners in imperious form. Every cross was dealt with, and any through balls were intercepted before they could cause danger.

Cup Context

FC Pucioasa’s narrow victory ensures their journey in the Romanian Cup continues. For CS Tricolorul Breaza, the defeat ends their cup run, but they can take pride in a disciplined display that required a moment of brilliance to break them down.

Standout Players

George Radulescu will rightfully claim the spotlight for his match-winning strike, but the entire FC Pucioasa defence deserves recognition for a resolute performance that kept a clean sheet under pressure.