In the new millennium, the Romanian team has only participated in the EURO finals three times. That is not the parameter of a strong football team. However, Romania has never been an easy opponent to bully. In the opening match of EURO 2016, France "chose" Romania to face - that is, as the host, France wanted to face the easiest team to aim for a favorable start. However, France could hardly penetrate Romania in the opening match 8 years ago, facing the typical style of play of Eastern European teams: resilient, stubborn and very annoying. If it were not for Dimitri Payet's moment of brilliance, France would have had a forgettable opening day of EURO 2016 at the Stade de France.
Romanian team happy after big win over Ukraine
In the opening match this year, Romania also had a hard time when facing Ukraine. Remember, Mykhailo Mudryk and his teammates were not easy to deal with either, when at EURO 2020, the team coached by Andriy Shevchenko reached the quarter-finals, only to stop before the current runner-up England. However, Romania got up after the fall 8 years ago to have a perfect start.
At the Allianz Arena, coach Edward Iordănescu did not have any real stars. Most of the Romanian players are playing for weak teams in developed football countries, or playing domestically. However, like EURO 2016, Romania does not need very good players to become annoying. With a fast-paced transition style, diverse attacks at high intensity, Romania only needed 26 minutes (from minute 29 to 57) to "sweep away" Ukraine. Romania's 3 lightning-fast goals thanks to Stanciu, Marin and Dragus not only crushed the opponent, but also proved: Romania is not only unpredictable when playing as an underdog, but can also play fast, modern attacks. Unlike EURO 2016 when they were eliminated in the group stage, EURO 2024 will witness a very different version of Romania. With 3 points against Ukraine, Romania is considered to have one foot in the round of 16. The journey of the Eastern European representative will not be full of roses, but for Mr. Iordănescu and his students, difficulties have never been a problem.
Source: https://thanhnien.vn/ngay-ra-quan-an-tuong-cua-romania-185240617230054459.htm
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