21 March 2026 at 13:00

Referee: Iulian Calin

Match Summary

Metaloglobus defeated Petrolul Ploiesti 1:0. The match was played in Liga I 2025. Goals were scored by F. Purece 74′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. Metaloglobus had 44% possession while Petrolul Ploiesti held 56%. Metaloglobus had 12 shots (1 on target) compared to 12 (4 on target) for Petrolul Ploiesti. Metaloglobus made 5 substitutions, Petrolul Ploiesti made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Florin Purece 72′).

Match Events

Key match events between Metaloglobus and Petrolul Ploiesti — 1 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Metaloglobus
Petrolul Ploiesti
Kick Off
39′
P. PappC. Ignat
Half Time
55′
F. PrceS. Hanca
55′
R. PopA. Botogan
57′Marco Dulca
R. BadescuG. Ghimfus
61′
D. HuibanM. Cestor
61′
62′
R. HermannA. Aymbetov
Penalty confirmed72′
VAR
M. AbbeyY. Zakir
72′
F. Purece

Penalty

74′
D. PopaS. Visic
83′
F. PureceA. Gheorghe
83′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Metaloglobus had 44% possession against Petrolul Ploiesti's 56%. Metaloglobus registered 12 shots (1 on target) while Petrolul Ploiesti managed 12 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–8. Fouls committed: 5–14.

1Shots on Goal4
7Shots off Goal6
12Total Shots12
4Blocked Shots2
6Shots insidebox8
6Shots outsidebox4
5Fouls14
4Corner Kicks8
0Offsides2
44%Ball Possession56%
2Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves0
328Total passes412
233Passes accurate331
71%Passes %80%
0expected_goals0
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Metaloglobus lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Florin Bratu, while Petrolul Ploiesti deployed a 4-3-3 under Eugen Neagoe.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Metaloglobus is 6.63, compared to 7.35 for Petrolul Ploiesti. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Metaloglobus's highest-rated starter is F. Purece (6.97), while Petrolul Ploiesti's best-rated player is Y. Roche (8.90).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Metaloglobus have contributed 10 goals and 10 assists this season, led by D. Huiban (6G). Petrolul Ploiesti's starters account for 4 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by G. Grozav (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Metaloglobus deploy 4 defenders rated 6.49 on average, against Petrolul Ploiesti's 4-man backline averaging 7.89. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Metaloglobus field 5 midfielders averaging 6.70, versus Petrolul Ploiesti's 3 rated 6.20. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Metaloglobus start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.63, compared to 3 for Petrolul Ploiesti averaging 6.87. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 76% for Metaloglobus and —% for Petrolul Ploiesti. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Metaloglobus's starters have collected 30 yellow cards this season, compared to 4 for Petrolul Ploiesti. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Metaloglobus's starting XI is 28.8 (youngest: R. Badescu (20), oldest: G. Gavrilas (35)), while Petrolul Ploiesti average 30.8 (youngest: T. Jyry (26), oldest: P. Papp (36)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Metaloglobus's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 7 for Petrolul Ploiesti. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Metaloglobus4-2-3-14-3-3Petrolul Ploiesti
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Gavrilas18Tirlea30Camara99Badescu13Sava6Carvalho5Sabater17Abbey8Purece11Huiban29Popa1Balbarau24Ricardi.4Papp69Roche71Prce6Jyry5Dongmo88Dulca55Pop7Grozav28Hermann

Substitutes

Coach: Florin Bratu

Substitutes

Coach: Eugen Neagoe

MetaloglobusPosition StrengthPetrolul Ploiesti
6.63
Avg Rating
7.35
6.86Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.49Defender (4 v 4)7.89
1G 2A1G 1A
6.70Midfielder (5 v 3)6.20
8G 8A0G 0A
6.63Forward (1 v 3)6.87
1G 0A3G 1A
Metaloglobus4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperG. Gavrilas6.9
18DefenderA. Tirlea6.4
30DefenderA. Camara6.5
99DefenderR. Badescu6.71G
13DefenderA. Sava6.42A
6MidfielderB. Carvalho6.6
5MidfielderD. Sabater6.83A
17MidfielderM. Abbey6.62A
8MidfielderF. Purece7.02G2A
11MidfielderD. Huiban6.56G1A
29ForwardD. Popa6.61G
Petrolul Ploiesti4-3-3
1GoalkeeperR. Balbarau
24DefenderRicardinho
4DefenderP. Papp6.9
69DefenderY. Roche8.91G
71DefenderF. Prce7.91A
6MidfielderT. Jyry6.2
5MidfielderD. Dongmo
88MidfielderM. Dulca
55ForwardR. Pop
7ForwardG. Grozav6.93G1A
28ForwardR. Hermann

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Metaloglobus have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Petrolul Ploiesti show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Metaloglobus

LLLWDD

Petrolul Ploiesti

DWWLLW

Metaloglobus vs Petrolul Ploiesti Head to Head Results

Metaloglobus and Petrolul Ploiesti have met 2 times — Metaloglobus won 0, Petrolul Ploiesti won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Petrolul Ploiesti leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 7 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.

0

Metaloglobus

0

Drawn

2

Petrolul Ploiesti

Goals: 1Goals: 7

Recent Meetings (2)

1 Dec 2025Petrolul Ploiesti4 – 1Metaloglobus
25 Jul 2025Metaloglobus0 – 3Petrolul Ploiesti
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 23 Mar 2026