U Cluj experienced a tough end to their season, losing both the league title and the Romanian Cup to Universitatea Craiova. The victory came at the expense of the Ardeleni, and the players under Cristiano Bergodi struggled to accept these defeats.

Chipciu Frustrated After Loss to Craiova

Alexandru Chipciu (36 years old) had a heated exchange with reporters in the flash interview zone after the game. He was visibly upset when told to leave the interview area.

"I would say that we failed more in the Cup than in the league. I believe we were performers in this league. To finish second after the situation we were in...

I can't be angry about this, we all made it here. I believe the match was lost from the start, when we conceded goals very quickly, plus the red card. It was clear we no longer had a chance to escape.

But I'm proud of my teammates, of the moments we've shared together, and let's not forget, we'll be playing in the Europa League, a tough competition.

I thought about the league as well, I admit, especially after beating Craiova at home, but that's all I could do, congratulations to them, it means they were better!

So, if they're the champions now, shouldn't I be called? Don't call me anymore if they need to get rid of me quickly. See how life is? When you need to talk, you pull the person. When not, hurry up, let's go." Chipciu declared after the loss to Craiova.

First Reactions from Abroad Following Craiova's Triumph

The first reactions from foreign press have started to emerge following the performance of the Oltenians.

ESPN:"A big win for 'El Tico'. Carlos Mora became the champion of Romania alongside Universitatea Craiova. The Costa Rican closes the season with a double after recently winning the Romanian Cup."

Cabine Desportiva:"Universitatea Craiova, under the leadership of Portuguese coach Filipe Coelho, has crowned themselves the new champions of Romania, following a 5-0 win over Universitatea Cluj. The team achieved a historic feat in this season."

Balkan Futbolu: 'Craiova ends the season with a double. The team led by Alexandru Cicâldău has become the new champions of Romania, after a 35-year hiatus."

Buzz Spor: "Universitatea Craiova is the new champion of Romania. They've waited 35 years for this moment."