Romania defeated Moldova 2–1 in an International Friendly on 9 October, controlling proceedings with 68% possession and 12 shots in a 4-3-3 setup. Louis Munteanu and Ianis Hagi secured the hosts' victory, with Romania generating 2.99 xG from seven shots on target. Moldova adopted a defensive 5-3-2 formation but struggled to create attacking opportunities, registering just five shots and 0.56 xG; their goalkeeper made seven saves at 71.43% but was undone by clinical finishing. Romania's dominance in both territorial control and shot volume proved decisive, though Moldova's single goal demonstrated occasional resilience. The result underlines Romania's attacking efficiency in preparation for upcoming competitive fixtures.