Râmnicu Vâlcea women claimed a 28:26 victory over Baia Mare in the opening round of the Romanian National League on 31 August. Both sides entered the fixture with empty tables — eight and ninth respectively, each with zero points after no competitive games played.
Râmnicu Vâlcea's recent run included two defeats against CSM Bucharest and Corona Brașov in late August, but they had previously tasted success against both Corona and CSM Slatina earlier in the year. Baia Mare, meanwhile, carried a heavier burden of losses, falling to Corona Brașov, Rapid Bucharest, Dunărea Brașov and CSM Slatina across their last five outings.
The hosts held their nerve to secure the two-goal margin, taking an early advantage that they maintained through the final whistle. Baia Mare pushed hard to close the gap but could not find a way back into the contest.
With both teams still searching for their first points, the result leaves Râmnicu Vâlcea top of the table on two points, while Baia Mare remain ninth with none. The gap is minimal, but the psychological edge belongs to the winners.
Neither side has yet played a full league campaign, so the standings offer little long-term clarity. What matters now is momentum, and Râmnicu Vâlcea have started with a win in hand.