Match Preview: Farul Constanța vs Unirea Slobozia in Superliga Stage 11
The Superliga round 11 brings a crucial clash between Farul Constanța and Unirea Slobozia, two teams hovering near the playoff places. The match is scheduled for Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 17:30, and will be followed live on Prosport.ro. It will also be broadcast on Digi Sport 1 and Prima Sport 1 for viewers who prefer television coverage.
Current Form and Standings
Farul Constanța enters the game after a 1-1 draw away to Dinamo, sitting in 8th place with 14 points. A victory here would propel them level with the 6th-placed team, who currently occupy the final playoff berth. On the other hand, Unirea Slobozia sit in 6th with 17 points after ten rounds, marking themselves as one of the surprises of the season. The Ialomița side has won their last two in a row (2-0 at Hermannstadt and 1-0 at home to Petrolul) and will be looking to extend their good run against a well-organized Farul side.
Head-to-Head and Tactical Context
Direct clashes between the two sides last season showed a competitive balance. In the regular season, Unirea Slobozia claimed a 1-0 victory in the first leg, Farul responded with a 1-0 win in the return, and the final play-out encounter finished 1-1 at Ovidiu. Those results hint at a tight, strategic battle in this meeting, where both teams will be wary of conceding and eager to convert chances at key moments.
Probable Lineups
Farul Constanța: Buzbuchi – Duțu, Larie, Țîru, Ganea – Vînă, Dican, Radaslavescu – Sima, Ișfan, Tănasă. Absent: Constantinescu, Doicaru, S. Furtado, Gustavo, Maftei, D. Sîrbu (injured). Coach: Ianis Zicu.
Unirea Slobozia: Gurău – Dorobanțu, Dinu, Antoche, Dragu – Pop, Hamdiu, Purece – Bărbuț, Afalna, Dulcea. Absent: Rusu, Șerbănică, M. Lemnaru (injured). Coach: Andrei Prepeliță.
Coaches’ Perspectives: Key Messages
In the build-up to the game, Farul’s manager Ianis Zicu stressed the difficulty of the fixture and the need for a focused performance: “This is a hard game. We face a team that concedes very few goals. We must react and treat it as a six-point match. There is no room for complacency; we have discussed and trained for this opponent, and we all know what’s at stake. Our home supporters deserve a stadium full of energy and optimism.”
From the Unirea Slobozia bench, head coach Andrei Prepeliță highlighted the team’s recent momentum and the challenge ahead: “This is a very important match for us. After two good results, we want to keep the momentum going. Farul is a strong side with an attacking game, especially at home. Our task is to block them and deny space, while continuing to press and exploit any chances we create.”
What to Watch For
Fans should keep an eye on how Unirea Slobozia handles Farul’s attacking transitions and how Farul tries to unlock a well-organized defensive unit. Midfield battles, late runs from Sima and Ișfan for Farul, and the combination play of Bărbuț and Dulcea for Slobozia could swing the match. The outcome could reshape the playoff picture as the season heads toward the midpoint.
How to Follow
Live text updates will be available on Prosport.ro, ensuring you don’t miss you any goal, assist, or tactical shift. For television viewers, the match will be shown on Digi Sport 1 and Prima Sport 1, providing expert analysis and in-game commentary.
Conclusion: Playoff Implications and Momentum
With both teams aiming to solidify their playoff ambitions, this encounter is more than a mid-table clash — it’s a statement game. A win could lift Farul into playoff contention and tighten the gap with Unirea Slobozia, while a victory for Slobozia would reinforce their position at the top end of the table. Expect a competitive battle where discipline, organization, and counter-attacking quality could decide the outcome.
