The thrilling encounter between FCSB and Rapid București ended dramatically with both teams sharing the spoils after a 3-3 draw. The match, held on Sunday, March 16, 2025, at the iconic Arena Națională, was not only memorable for its thrilling gameplay but also marked by significant organizational issues leading to the imposition of fines by the Jandarmeria București.
The Jandarmeria announced it had issued 12 fines totaling 24,400 lei following the match, highlighting concerns about the compliance with safety regulations during the event. According to the Direcția Generală de Jandarmi a Municipiului București (DGJMB), "O sancţiune contravenţională, în valoare de 10.000 de lei, a fost aplicată organizatorului evenimentului sportiv, iar două sancţiuni contravenţionale, în valoare totală de 10.000 de lei, au fost aplicate societăţii specializate de pază şi protecţie, pentru nerespectarea obligaţiilor ce le revin." This indicates serious lapses on the part of the event organizer and the security company responsible for maintaining order at the stadium.
The match itself was electrifying, with FCSB initially taking the lead through Daniel Bîrligea at the 29th minute and Juri Cisotti doubling the advantage shortly after halftime, scoring at the 55th minute. Rapid București, demonstrating remarkable resilience, turned around the match to lead 3-2 late on, thanks to Denis Ciobotariu’s goals at the 40th and 83rd minutes, and Alexandru Dobre’s strike at the 70th. Despite their efforts and playing with one less player, FCSB managed to equalize through Florin Tănase's last-minute goal at the 90+3 mark.
While the football action was compelling, the aftermath revealed insights about the organizational challenges faced during the event. The two major fines of 10,000 lei each were directed at the event organizer and the security company. There were additional measures too; three supporters received lengthy one-year bans from attending any sports competitions due to their inappropriate behavior during the match, reflecting Jandarmeria’s commitment to maintaining safety at sporting events.
Beyond the fines and disciplinary actions, the event proceeded with less violence than previous derby matches, which was seen as a positive development by both authorities and spectators. Experts noted the importance of such measures to facilitate safer environments for fans, especially considering the history of violence and disorder associated with local football derbies.
Jandarmeria continues to verify additional incidents related to breaches of laws during the match, seeking to impose strict penalties where necessary. These measures indicate their proactive approach toward ensuring compliance with stadium regulations and event safety protocols.
Reflecting on the overall atmosphere of the match, it was one marked by passion and intensity. Both teams displayed remarkable skill and determination, engaging their respective fan bases. Despite the serious issues noted by the Jandarmeria, the football itself was of high quality—a fierce derby encountering both the heights of joy and the depths of concern over safety.
Looking forward, both fans and officials alike hope for improvements. The focus will likely remain on how to create not only thrilling football experiences but also safe ones, ensuring the excitement of matches like FCSB vs. Rapid can continue without any negative repercussions.
