Gigi Becali’s Star Player Makes a Comeback in FCSB Lineup After 2 Months
FCSB is under pressure to improve its performance in the league as they currently sit in 12th place, five points away from the playoff zone. Coach Elias Charalambous can no longer afford to drop points and is relying on key players for their upcoming match.
Octavian Popescu’s Comeback
One of the standout stories is the return of Octavian Popescu. The 22-year-old forward is making his way back into the starting lineup after a two-month absence. He was previously considered one of the shining talents of club president Gigi Becali.
Popescu last started a Liga 1 match on August 17 during a derby against Rapid, which ended in a 2-2 draw. He was substituted at halftime during that match. Despite his lack of appearances in the league, he did feature in the UEFA Europa League, playing against Young Boys on October 2, where FCSB lost 0-2.
Season Performance
This season, Popescu has played in only six league matches. He has yet to score but has provided one key assist. His recent return to the starting lineup is viewed as a much-needed boost for FCSB.
Match Details
In the upcoming match against Metaloglobus, which is crucial for FCSB, the starting lineups are as follows:
FCSB Starting XI
- Târnovanu
- I. Cercel
- Ngezana
- Alhassan
- Radunovic
- Ad. Șut
- Fl. Tănase
- Cisotti
- Olaru (cpt.)
- Oct. Popescu
- Bîrligea
Metaloglobus Starting XI
- Gavrilaș (cpt.)
- D. Irimia
- Camara
- Caramalău
- A. Sava
- Abbey
- Sabater
- Aggoun
- Ubbink
- Huiban
- Ely Fernandes
Current Standings
As the reigning champions, FCSB’s record this season has been disappointing. They have managed only three wins, along with four draws and five losses, totaling 13 points. In contrast, Metaloglobus has yet to secure a victory, sitting last in the league with only three points from three draws and nine losses.
The team is eager to turn their season around and see how Octavian Popescu’s return affects their performance as they aim for a vital win.
