**The 2026–27 Romanian SuperLiga features a split format where the bottom ten teams after the regular season enter a play-out round (points halved) to decide the three relegated sides.** Early standings after eight to nine matchdays show Csíkszereda Miercurea Ciuc rooted at the bottom with just one point and a heavy goal difference, while Voluntari sits near the foot despite recent promotion via playoff. Newly promoted sides Corvinul Hunedoara and Sepsi OSK are adapting amid mid-table results, contrasting with established clubs like Dinamo București and Rapid leading the standings. Relegation battles typically intensify in the play-out, where recent form, squad depth, and any winter transfers or coaching changes can shift outcomes, though upsets remain common in a competitive league.