The Romania frontman, who came back from injury to hit the winner in Thursday's 1-0 UEFA Cup last-32 first-leg encounter at Rosenborg, struck the decisive goal in a 2-1 win midway through the second half.

Udinese remain sixth following their 3-1 win at second-bottom Reggina, while Sampdoria stay seventh after Cristian Maggio's strike three minutes from time saw off neighbours Genoa.

Lazio moved away from the drop zone and into 12th spot in the standings with a 2-0 home victory over Atalanta, with Tommaso Rocchi (penalty) and Goran Pandev on target.

Empoli climbed out of the relegation zone with an impressive 3-1 win in an ill-tempered match at nine-man Napoli, Palermo beat Cagliari 2-1, while Siena and Torino battled out a goalless draw.