Match summary

CS Universitatea Craiova - FC Ararat-Armenia : 1–1 FC Ararat-Armenia struck first after 20 minutes as Alexandros Malis put the visitors 0–1 up in Craiova. The hosts responded quickly, with Nicușor Bancu levelling at 32’ after an Alexandru Cicaldău assist. CSU had more of the ball (54%) and kept the pressure on with 15 shots and 8 corners, but Ararat’s goalkeeper turned away five efforts. A second-half scare for Craiova ended with Sandro Lima flagged offside after a VAR check, and the contest finished all square.

Man of the match

Key player : Nicusor Bancu (CS Universitatea Craiova) : With Craiova trailing 0–1, Bancu struck the equalizer at 32:15 to bring the game back to 1–1. That finish proved decisive, directly producing the final scoreline and preventing a home defeat. In a match that ended level, his goal was the moment that secured Craiova’s point.

Conclusion

Craiova’s response after going behind ensured they avoided defeat, but Ararat’s resilience and goalkeeping kept the hosts from finding a winner in an evenly balanced draw.