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FCSB Seek Rare Win Over Italian Clubs as Bologna Aim to End European Away Drought
23 Oct
Summary
- FCSB have won just 1 of 15 major European matches against Italian sides
- Bologna have failed to win any of their last 7 major European away matches
- FCSB spend more time losing than winning in the Europa League this season
As of October 23rd, 2025, Romanian club FCSB have found it challenging to overcome Italian opposition in major European competitions. Over the past several years, they have won just 1 of their 15 previous major European matches against Italian sides, drawing 5 and losing 9.
In contrast, Bologna's European away form has been dismal. The Italian club has failed to win any of their last 7 major European away matches, dating back to a 3-0 victory at Zenit in September 1999 in the UEFA Cup. During this stretch, Bologna have scored just 3 goals on the road in continental competition.
Interestingly, FCSB have spent almost an equal amount of time winning (85 minutes, 14 seconds) and losing (88 minutes, 26 seconds) in the current 2025-26 UEFA Europa League campaign. When they are winning, the Romanian side averages only 26% possession, which jumps to 53.7% when they are losing.
As these two clubs prepare to face off, FCSB will be seeking a rare victory over an Italian opponent, while Bologna aim to end their prolonged European away drought and secure a positive result.
