Iskra beat FCM Ungheni 3:2 at home in the Liga 1 Regular Season. The visitors moved up to second place while the hosts dropped points on their own turf. It was a shift in momentum that neither side expected going in.
To be fair, the gap between them was narrowing before this one. Iskra sat on 12 points after five games, while Ungheni held seven. The away side had shown they could take points on the road.
By then, Ungheni had been inconsistent with their results. They beat Zimbru II and Univers Comrat but drew with Spartacani Selamet and lost to Vulturii Cotezatori and Bacau. Iskra’s run included a heavy 10-0 win against the same opponent, which suggested confidence. That form contrast was visible on the pitch. It highlighted a difference in how they approached away games.
And here's the thing, a three-goal win away from home changes the dynamic. Iskra proved they could break down a local side that usually defends well. It also showed their attacking intent was working.
Ungheni remains third with two wins, a draw and two defeats. They now face a tough run to climb back into contention. Iskra moves closer to the top, having made the difference in tight moments.