This match marked the first encounter between Paksi FC and CFR Cluj, with both teams looking to advance in the Europa League qualifying rounds. Despite CFR Cluj’s early dominance, they were unable to find the net, setting up a crucial second leg in Romania. The result leaves both teams with everything to play for in the return match, where CFR Cluj must secure a win to avoid elimination. The pressure is on CFR Cluj to capitalize at home to continue their European campaign.
