This evening, Rapid faces FC Argeș in the fourth round of the Superliga play-off at 18:30. The match will be broadcast live on Prima Sport 1 and Digi Sport 1, with real-time updates from reporters at the Giulești stadium. Rapid currently holds the third position in the Superliga with 31 points, while FC Argeș sits in fifth place with 29 points.
Match Preview: Rapid vs. FC Argeș
Prior to the match, Rapid received a disciplinary sanction due to fan behavior during a previous game against Dinamo, where they lost 3-2 on March 14. As a result, the match will be played with only children accompanied by adults in the stands.
Starting Line-ups
- Rapid: Aioani – Onea, Pașcanu, Kramer, Borza – Grameni, Hromada, Moruțan – Dobre, Paraschiv, Petrila
- Coach: Costel GÂlcă
- FC Argeș: Căbuz – Borța, Tudose, Sadriu, Oancea – Sierra, Rădescu, Micovschi – Moldoveanu, Matos, Bettaieb
- Coach: Bogdan Andone
Key Pre-match Developments
- At 18:05, players of both teams began their warm-up sessions.
- Notably, Victor Angelescu, a minority shareholder of Rapid, was seen wearing a black armband with an image of Mircea Lucescu.
- Lucescu’s grandchildren arrived early, dressed in the national team’s yellow attire.
- Rapid has honored Lucescu with a dedicated display featuring his photo and other memorabilia at the Giulești stadium.
Current Form and Statistics
Rapid enters this match under pressure, having lost its last two games against CFR Cluj and U Cluj. If defeated today, it may mark their third straight loss.
FC Argeș recently drew 1-1 with Dinamo and aims to secure a position that could lead to European competition qualifications through the Romanian Cup.
Historically, Rapid has played 78 matches against FC Argeș in the top league. They won 38, while Argeș has secured 24 victories and there have been 16 draws.
Recent Performance
| Team | Home Record (2023) | Away Record (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid | 9 Wins, 4 Draws, 4 Losses | 15 Goals in 17 Games |
| FC Argeș | N/A | 8 Wins, 2 Draws in 16 Matches |
Both teams will strive for a critical victory in a match that could define their current season standing. Supporters are eager to see how Rapid responds under the constraints of recent penalties and heavy pressure.
