In a pulsating league match held at Bucharest on 23 March 2025, A.S. Cetate Bucuresti edged out ACS FULGERUL BUC with a final score of 6-5. The match, which kicked off at 7:00 PM, was a rollercoaster of emotions, showcasing both teams' attacking prowess and defensive frailties.
A.S. Cetate Bucuresti lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, designed to provide a solid defensive base while allowing for fluid attacking transitions. Darius Bandehzadegan took his place in goal, shielded by a back four consisting of Juan Ramon on the right, Bishoy Khalil and Christian MĂĽler in central defence, and Claudiu Prodan on the left. The midfield duo of Mihai Bancu and Vasco Barreto was tasked with controlling the centre of the park, while Cristian Savino, FRIAA Dhia, and Farzad Gharahdaghi operated in advanced roles, supporting lone striker Mahdi Reihanian.
The substitutes for A.S. Cetate Bucuresti included Padureanu Teodor, Yassin Yassin, and Torsan Mihai, who would later play crucial roles in the match.
The game began with ACS FULGERUL BUC striking first, taking the lead in the 6th minute. This early setback ignited A.S. Cetate Bucuresti, who responded with a powerful header from Mahdi Reihanian just six minutes later, courtesy of a precise cross from Farzad Gharahdaghi.
Reihanian was not done yet; he found the net again in the 20th minute, this time with a right-footed shot from outside the box, again assisted by Gharahdaghi. The home side's momentum continued as Gharahdaghi himself scored from long range in the 21st minute, putting A.S. Cetate Bucuresti 3-1 ahead.
However, ACS FULGERUL BUC was quick to respond, narrowing the deficit with a goal in the 23rd minute. The match was proving to be a back-and-forth affair, with FRIAA Dhia flagged offside shortly after, as the visitors tightened their defensive line.
Darius Bandehzadegan showcased his skills with an interception in the 26th minute, but A.S. Cetate Bucuresti struggled to maintain their lead as FRIAA Dhia missed two attempts, both going wide. A foul by Dhia in the 36th minute, where he was penalised for holding, added to the tension as the first half drew to a close.
The second half began with ACS FULGERUL BUC scoring again in the 51st minute, followed by another goal in the 56th minute, bringing the score to 3-3. A.S. Cetate Bucuresti's FRIAA Dhia continued to be a lively presence, but his attempts were either wide or thwarted by the opposition.
In a critical moment, Bishoy Khalil committed a late tackle in the 69th minute, conceding a penalty that allowed ACS FULGERUL BUC to take a 4-3 lead. Yet, A.S. Cetate Bucuresti responded with resilience; Farzad Gharahdaghi scored directly from a corner in the 75th minute, equalising the match at 4-4.
The substitutions began to make an impact as Padureanu Teodor, who had just come on, scored in the 78th minute with an assist from Gharahdaghi, putting A.S. Cetate Bucuresti ahead 5-4. The home side was not finished yet; Mihai Bancu added another goal in the 89th minute, extending the lead to 6-4.
Despite the late surge, ACS FULGERUL BUC managed to pull one back in the dying moments of the match, making it 6-5. A final attempt from FRIAA Dhia hit the crossbar in stoppage time, but A.S. Cetate Bucuresti held on for a thrilling victory.
This match will be remembered for its relentless pace and dramatic swings, showcasing the heart and determination of both teams. A.S. Cetate Bucuresti's ability to respond to adversity ultimately secured them a hard-fought win in this high-scoring encounter.
