Andrei Vochin: Inside Scoop on Universitatea Craiova Revealed
Experts reveal that Universitatea Craiova achieved a remarkable victory against Rapid with a score of 2-1 at Giulesti, where Andrei Ivan managed to secure a goal. Despite a season of subdued performances, Andrei Vochin has unveiled the secret behind Ivan’s resurgence.
“We may need to wait a few more matches to gauge Costel’s impact on the team fully. So far, he has already influenced Ivan’s rejuvenation. I mentioned after Costel’s initial game at Sepsi that his special relationship with Ivan could aid Andrei in returning to his former self.”
“Gâlcă knows Ivan since he was 15 years old; he coached him in the junior 97’s squad, where Ivan, alongside Cicâldău, Nedelcu, Ronaldo Deaconu, Tordai, Patrick Petre, excelled. They were outstanding in that generation, with Ivan leading the pack, highly regarded at that time.”
“From this bond, Ivan’s revitalization may emerge. It will be intriguing to see how Mitriță’s entry as a starter unfolds. Besides Ivan’s rapport with Gâlcă, his performance as a left winger cannot be overlooked.”
“The integration process will be crucial. Especially considering Houri’s earned starting position behind the striker. Markovic requires more game time to regain full fitness, hence Ivan may not play as a forward,” exclusively shared Andrei Vochin.
Andrei Vochin’s Analysis of Rapid – Craiova Match
Delving into the Rapid versus Craiova clash, Andrei Vochin expressed his observations. He noted that Rapid’s desperation towards the end stemmed from their desire to stay competitive for European qualifications, a prospect that now seems bleak.
“Moreover, luck, added time miracles, those moments in the 90th minute, they also depend on field position at the 95th minute. If the ball is in your box, the odds of conceding rise compared to the rival’s box. It encompasses physical and mental preparedness, fear.”
“Yesterday, I admired Universitatea Craiova, but it was mainly a single half that caught my attention. Once again, that half signaled Craiova’s identity this season. They have accustomed us to one strong half display.”
“I feel the second half belonged to Rapid. Lobonț tried various strategies, taking considerable risks post the first half. A draw wouldn’t alter the situation significantly.”
“They played with a highly offensive lineup, reminiscent of Gică Hagi’s approach in a crucial match against Slovenia. A game where Lobonț was guarding the net. He followed Cruyff’s philosophy that every potential goal scorer must be on the pitch. This decision led to Rapid adopting a 4-4-2 setup, which at times resembled a 4-2-4, akin to Brazil’s style in the 70s.”, highlighted Vochin.
