FCSB vs Uta Arad Match Recap - Oct 26, 2025

FCSB reclaimed a much-needed boost in confidence at the Arena Nationala on October 26, 2025, as they delivered a resounding 4-0 thrashing of Uta Arad. The victory not only helped FCSB climb the Liga I standings but offered a glimpse of the potential that has remained largely untapped this season.

Daniel Bîrligea opened the scoring early in the 13th minute, showcasing FCSB's intent to seize control from the outset. Bîrligea's strike set the tone, as the hosts quickly realized they could break through Uta Arad's defense with relative ease. Florin Tănase, FCSB's talisman, doubled the lead in the 38th minute with a penalty kick, awarded after a foul in the box. Tănase's confidence from the spot was palpable, putting FCSB ahead 2-0 before halftime.

Things would get worse for Uta Arad just before the interval, when Dejan Iliev received a red card, putting his team down to ten men. The dismissal capped a disastrous first half for Uta, who had already struggled to find their footing against a rampant FCSB. The writing was on the wall, and the second half felt more like a formality than a contest.

As the game progressed, Darius Olaru added another penalty for the home side in the 80th minute, further emphasizing FCSB's dominance. With the match nearing completion, Mamadou Thiam capped off the scoring with a goal in the 90th minute, sealing a comprehensive victory. The exuberance from the FCSB supporters echoed through the stadium as their team finally delivered on the potential they have struggled to realize amid inconsistent performances this season.

For FCSB, whose recent form had been a mixture of disappointment and occasional promise, this victory was a welcome sight. Before this match, they stood 11th with just 13 points, having lost two straight in Liga I. This result not only lifted them temporarily up the table but also provided a psychological edge moving forward, particularly after their recent Europa League loss to Bologna just days prior.

Conversely, Uta Arad's recent momentum has dissipated as they now find themselves in a precarious position in mid-table, having not won in their last three outings. The defeat to FCSB, compounded by their red card woes, places added pressure on a squad that had performed reasonably well earlier in the season. With 16 points, their ranking of 10th now faces scrutiny, and they will need to quickly regroup to avoid sinking further down the standings.

Looking ahead, FCSB will aim to sustain this momentum as they push for a crucial position in the top half of the table, while Uta Arad must now recalibrate their approach before their next clash, seeking to restore confidence and competitiveness in the league. As I mused in my preview, a close match might have been expected; instead, FCSB's dominant display turned a potentially tight contest into an emphatic statement of intent.