Dinamo București concluded their summer preparations for the upcoming SuperLiga season with a 1-1 draw against newly promoted CS Tunari in a pre-season friendly held on their opponent’s turf. This match served as the last opportunity for coach Zeljko Kopic to experiment with his squad ahead of the league opener scheduled for July 14 away at Csikszereda[2].
Kopic, 47, fielded a starting lineup that might shape the core team for the new campaign. Dinamo controlled much of the first half in terms of possession and tempo but created few clear scoring chances. Notable offensive moments came from a header by Eddy Gnahore and some individual runs on the right wing by young Alexandru Musi. However, Dinamo struggled to seriously threaten Tunari’s goal[2].
A setback occurred early when right-back Maxime Sivis sustained an injury after a collision in his own penalty area in the 19th minute, forcing a substitution with 19-year-old Alexandru Tabuncic entering the game. Tunari responded with a physical approach and some dangerous shots, though Dinamo’s goalkeeper Alexandru Roșca was not significantly tested[2].
In the second half, Kopic rotated the entire squad, giving playing time to promising young players alongside experienced signings such as Hakim Abdallah, Alberto Soro, and recent transfer Daniel Armstrong. The breakthrough came in the 72nd minute, when Tabuncic assisted 18-year-old Luca Bărbulescu for his first goal in Dinamo colors—a promising sign for the club’s youth development[2].
However, the lead was short-lived. Just three minutes later, a defensive lapse allowed Tunari to equalize, resulting in a 1-1 final score. Despite the draw, this match offered valuable insights into Dinamo’s squad dynamics and fitness levels before the competitive season begins[2].
For CS Tunari, this friendly marked their first of the summer, with further tests against CS Dinamo, Sepsi OSK, CS Păulești, and Concordia Chiajna planned as they prepare for their Liga II campaign[2].
The upcoming SuperLiga season opener will be broadcast live on Digi Sport 1, where Dinamo will seek to translate their pre-season work into positive results.
**Insight:** Dinamo’s mix of youth and experience in this match highlights the coach’s flexible tactical approach, while the team’s inability to hold the lead underscores areas for defensive improvement ahead of the new season.