Universitatea Craiova has become the new champions of Romania, defeating Universitatea Cluj 5-0. This victory follows their recent win in the Romanian Cup, also against Cluj. The team has waited 35 years for this moment.
International Reactions to Craiova's Triumph
The performance by the Oltenia side has garnered attention from international media.
ESPN: "Carlos Mora, nicknamed 'El Tico,' has become the new champion of Romania alongside Universitatea Craiova. The Costa Rican ends the season with a double after winning the Romanian Cup."
Cabine Desportiva: "Under the guidance of Portuguese coach Filipe Coelho, Universitatea Craiova has been crowned the new champions of Romania, following a 5-0 win over Universitatea Cluj. The team achieved this significant feat this season."
Balkan Futbolu: "Craiova ends the season with a double. Under Alexandru Cicâldău, the team has become the new champions of Romania after a 35-year hiatus."
Buzz Spor: "Universitatea Craiova is the new champion of Romania. 3.5 years have waited for this moment."
Craiova's Next Move Post-Title: "We Have Been Discussing It for Some Time"
The Oltenia side will begin preparing for the upcoming season tomorrow, with defender Adrian Rus (30) likely to sign a new contract. Rus expressed his desire to remain with the team after their victory.
"Before the match, I told my teammates to remember how we felt after the away match, how we experienced that week. I said that the return match would come and we would take our revenge at home," Rus stated.
"If we understand each other, I will certainly stay here. There are good chances I will stay here. We have been talking for some time, but I wanted to first win the Romanian Cup and the league. Now we will sit down and discuss."
Rus has played in 34 official matches for Universitatea Craiova this season and has scored four goals.
Craiova's comeback is nothing short of amazing! The team's perseverance and determination over three decades have finally paid off. This win is a testament to their resilience. What do you think about Craiova's future prospects in European competitions?