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Romania's 2-1 victory slightly defied the balance of play, with Poland generating a higher xG (1.63 vs 0.92) and dominating possession (56%) while creating more dangerous chances (11 shots inside the box vs Romania's 4). Despite Poland's territorial advantage, Romania were more clinical, converting two of their four shots on target. Alexandru Cicâldău's 68th-minute breakthrough and Dennis Man's rapid 72nd-minute strike — assisted by substitute Daniel Birligea — punished Poland's inability to turn control into clear-cut chances.

Poland's 15 total shots to Romania's 11 suggests a more proactive approach, but only three found the target, reflecting Romania's compact defensive work (21 fouls, five yellow cards). Marcel Regula's 82nd-minute consolation came too late, with Romania's low-block effectively seeing out the game after their quickfire double. The decisive stat: Poland's six blocked shots to Romania's two, highlighting Romania's resilience in disrupting build-up play and protecting their lead.