Powerless Romania fail to impress against Switzerland

After the opener with France, everyone was talking about Romania’s football team, praising the players for their spirit, hard-work and organisation. Against France, Romania sat deep and tried to press each time the occasion arose, attempting to close down France’s midfielders. Against the Les Bleus, in possession, Tricolorii had no intention to play the ball […]

France 2:1 Romania- Romania almost ruins France’s party

The last time when France hosted the European Championships was in 1984. Les Bleus won all five games and eventually lifted the trophy. There is a lot of expectation of a repeat performance that currently rests on the shoulders of Paul Pogba and his teammates. Expectations however can do strange things to people. The opener […]

Euro 2016 Tactical Preview- Romania

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Romania is joining Europe’s elite at Euro 2016 after comfortably qualifying for the final tournament. Having missed on all the major tournaments since 2008 – when Adrian Mutu scored our only goal – , “Tricolorii” are planning to get out of Group A, although they have been drawn alongside France, Switzerland and Albania. Friday’s tournament […]