Scouting Romania

Never in recent years the race for the title has been so tight after half of season and, with little or no money available, it’s very interesting to watch the (lack of) strategy at the several clubs that have a realistic shot at the championship.

Most of them will only try to preserve the current roster, although all the weaknesses have been exposed by now: Steaua is poor at the back and still without its main strength – the public’s affection -, Unirea will be without its creator, Dan Petrescu, while CFR still has key players unhappy and playing below their ability.

In fact, from the Top 8, only one team has the money, the comfort and good atmosphere ensured by solid finances, plus a competitive roster, which just got a new and valuable addition (Lucian Sanmartean – central attacking midfielder). But, really, does anyone believe that FC Vaslui can win the title? Apart from those who dared to believe in Unirea Urziceni last year?