But when Jiul was held to a draw by Gaz Metan Mediaș, and CFR won their last match 3–0, CFR advanced to the top of the league for the first time in 28 years. In the summer of 2004, CFR acquired many new players, including Vasile Jula and Radu Marginean. CFR Cluj’s first year back in Divizia A was strong, yet inconsistent. CFR finished sixth …

