Concordia Chiajna thrashes Oțelul Galați 5-1 to reach Romanian Cup group stage

Concordia Chiajna secured a spot in the 2026/2027 Romanian Cup group stage with a commanding 5-1 victory over Oțelul Galați. The second-division side dominated the playoff match on their home turf, overwhelming their opponents with goals from Din Sula, Alex Gualda, Alexis Chamorro, George Ganea, and Robert Ion. Oțelul Galați managed a consolation goal from Denis Bordun late in the game.

The win signifies a significant achievement for Concordia Chiajna, a team considered a favorite for promotion to the Superliga. Their success in the cup also highlights the competitive landscape of Romanian football, as several top-tier Superliga teams, including Farul Constanța, FC Voluntari, and Sepsi Sf. Gheorghe, were also eliminated during the playoff phase. This outcome opens up the competition for other clubs vying for the prestigious cup.

The Romanian Cup playoffs saw a full slate of matches played between August 18 and 20, 2026. The draw for the group stage, which will determine the next phase of the competition, is scheduled for Friday, August 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The results of the playoffs set the stage for further exciting matches as teams battle for domestic cup glory.