Saxan Ciadir-Lunga became the surprise of the current national football championship. It rose to the second place in the National Division after beating FC Tiraspol 2-0 on September 19, within the eighth stage, IPN reports.

The goals for Saxan were scored by Ion Demerji (52nd minute) and Mamadou Fofana (64th minute). The team trained by Vladimir Liutyi consists of a number of black players who achieved results for the team from Gagauzia.

Elsewhere, FC Costuleni scored a dramatic victory against Academia. The ‘students’ led by 1-2, but lost by 4-2 in Ghidighici. Octavian Onofrei scored two goals for FC Costuleni.

The other matches of the eighth stage will be played on September 20. Milsami meets Zimbru, Dacia – Veris, while Sheriff – Zaria. Dacia tops the rankings with 17 points, by one more than Saxan. FC Tiraspol comes third with 13 points.