Romania 2-1 Moldova Player Ratings: Ianis Hagi Rated 8.5/10 as His Winner Seals 2-1 Victory

What a rollercoaster of a match at the Arena Naţională. Romania managed to scrape by with a 2-1 victory over a spirited Moldova side in this Friendly International encounter. It was a game that ebbed and flowed, keeping us on the edge of our seats. From our perspective, this was far from a simple friendly.

Romania burst out of the gates. They looked dominant early on. Louis Munteanu's clinical finish in the 12th minute felt like the start of a comfortable evening for the hosts. But Moldova had other ideas, showing incredible resilience to fight their way back into the game. They deserved their equalizer.

The defining moment, however, belonged to Ianis Hagi. His late first-half strike proved to be the winner. It was a piece of quality that separated the two teams on the day. While Romania took the victory, Moldova can hold their heads high after a battling performance that pushed their opponents all the way.

Here are Romania Vs Moldova Player Ratings

Romania Player Ratings vs Moldova

Here are Romania Player Ratings vs Moldova

Goalkeeper

Ionuț Radu - 6.0: He conceded a goal but couldn't have done much about it. It was a well-taken shot from close range. Besides that moment, he wasn't tested extensively. From our view, he looked composed when called upon. A standard performance for the keeper.

Defenders

Mihai Popescu - 6.0: A mixed outing for the defender. He was part of a backline that was breached. He made some important clearances but also looked a bit unsettled at times. There's room for improvement in his game.

Cristian Manea - 6.0: Similar to his defensive partner, Manea had an average day. He struggled to contain Moldova's attackers during their resurgent spell. He did his job without any glaring errors but lacked a commanding presence we hoped to see.

Raul Oprut - 6.0: He had a quiet game on the flank. He didn't get forward as much as we would have liked. Defensively, he was solid enough but was part of the unit that conceded. An unremarkable but steady performance overall.

Lisav Naif Eissat - 6.0: We noticed he was caught out of position for Moldova's goal. It was a collective failure, but he shares some responsibility. He needs to improve his positional awareness. A tough learning experience for him.

Midfielders

Ianis Hagi - 8.5: What a performance from the captain. He was the heart of everything good for Romania. He scored the decisive winning goal just before halftime. His energy and creativity were a constant threat. He drew fouls and drove his team forward. A true man of the match display.

Vladimir Screciu - 6.5: He was the steady hand in midfield. He kept the ball moving and broke up play effectively. It wasn't a spectacular performance, but it was a necessary one. He provided balance to the team, allowing the attackers to shine.

Olimpiu Moruțan - 7.5: His assist for the first goal was sublime. He showed great vision and execution. That single key pass opened up the entire Moldovan defense. He was a creative spark throughout his time on the pitch, and his perfect passing accuracy was impressive.

Vlad Dragomir - 6.5: A very busy performance from Dragomir. He was heavily involved in the midfield battles, drawing two fouls. He also gave one away, showing his combative nature. He worked tirelessly for the team.

Ștefan Baiaram - 6.5: He showed some nice touches and good energy. He won his duels and tried to make things happen. It was a promising, if brief, appearance. We would have liked to see more of him.

Forwards

Louis Munteanu - 7.5: One shot, one goal. You can't ask for more from your striker. His finish for the opening goal was absolutely clinical. He took his chance with confidence and precision. His movement off the ball created space for others. An excellent display of poaching instincts.

Manager

M. Lucescu - 7.0: He set his team up to attack from the start. It paid off with an early goal. When Moldova equalized, his team didn't panic and found a winner. Getting the result is what matters most. A successful day at the office for the manager.

Moldova Player Ratings vs Romania

Here are Moldova Player Ratings vs Romania

Goalkeeper

Cristian Avram - 5.5: It was a difficult match for the Moldovan keeper. He conceded two goals, though he wasn't directly at fault for either. They were well-placed shots. He made a couple of routine saves but couldn't produce a game-changing stop when his team needed it most.

Defenders

Oleg Reabciuk - 5.5: He had a tough time against Romania's dynamic attackers. He was caught committing a needless foul. The defensive line looked vulnerable, and he struggled to organize it. Not his best performance, to be honest.

Vladyslav Baboglo - 5.5: He was part of a defense that conceded twice. He found it difficult to cope with the movement of Munteanu and Hagi. He put in the effort but was ultimately outplayed. A learning experience for the defender.

Artur Crăciun - 5.5: Crăciun struggled to impose himself on the game. The Romanian attack caused him problems all evening. He was often a step behind the play. He will be disappointed with the two goals conceded.

Danila Forov - 5.5: Another defender who had a challenging day. He was unable to stop the flow of Romania's attacks down his flank. He worked hard but lacked the quality to make a real difference against a superior opponent.

Daniel Dumbrăvanu - 7.0: He was the surprise hero for Moldova. Despite being a defender, he showed a striker's instinct to score the equalizer. That goal gave his team a real lifeline. It was a fantastic moment that lifts his rating significantly.

Midfielders

Ion Bors - 5.0: From our perspective, he had a day to forget. He committed clumsy fouls and lost his physical battles. He offered very little going forward or defensively. He was largely anonymous and ineffective throughout the match.

Virgiliu Postolachi - 6.0: He tried to get involved but struggled to make an impact. The game seemed to pass him by for long stretches. He didn't do much wrong, but he didn't do much right either. An average, forgettable performance.

Sergiu Perciun - 6.0: Showed some fight, drawing a foul and winning a duel. However, his overall influence on the game was minimal. He was unable to link up play or create chances for his teammates. He needed to be more involved.

Vadim Rață - 5.5: The captain had a frustrating game. He committed two fouls and struggled to lead by example. He was overrun in the midfield battle against Hagi and Moruțan. Not the performance you expect from your skipper.

Forwards

Vitalie Damașcan - 6.0: He was completely isolated up front. The service to him was poor, leaving him with scraps to feed on. He worked hard to close down defenders but had no real opportunities to score. A thankless task for the lone striker.

Manager

L. Popescu - 6.0: His team showed tremendous heart to get back on level terms. The spirit he has instilled is commendable. However, the defensive frailties were exposed, and they couldn't hold on for a draw. A decent effort, but ultimately not enough.

Sportsdunia's Player of the match is Hagi