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Romania v Cyprus - European Qualifiers Group H - FIFA World Cup 2026

Where to watch Romania today? Live soccer streams and TV channels for upcoming games

Everything you need to know about how to watch Romania in friendlies and all major competitions

Football legend Lucescu dies aged 80

The football world is mourning the loss of Mircea Lucescu, one of the most decorated managers in history, who has died at the age of 80. The iconic Romanian coach passed away after suffering severe medical complications, leaving behind a monumental six-decade legacy. He won an astonishing 35 major trophies during a legendary career across Europe's top clubs and international football.

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Romanian legend Lucescu suffers heart attack following resignation

Romanian football has been rocked by news that legendary coach Mircea Lucescu has suffered an acute heart attack just one day after resigning from his national team post. The 80-year-old had been hospitalised earlier in the week following a collapse during a team meeting, marking a tragic turn of events for one of the sport's most respected figures.

Concerns over Lucescu: he collapsed during training, but is in a stable condition

The former Inter and Brescia manager fell ill whilst leading a training session with his national team.

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Inter: Calhanoglu substituted in the closing stages of Turkey v Romania: his condition

Inter’s number 20 was substituted in the closing stages of the playoff semi-final won by Turkey.

Güler's dream assist: Turkey's World Cup dream lives on

Turkey have reached the final of the World Cup play-offs. In the semi-final against Romania, Ferdi Kadioglu scored the decisive goal to make it 1–0 in the second half following a superb assist from Arda Güler.

Turkey vs Romania predictions: Turks to secure final spot

We offer three key Turkey and Romania predictions for their World Cup qualifier this Thursday, including returns on total goals.

Turkiye vs Romania: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the World Cup Qualification UEFA match between Turkiye and Romania, as well as kick-off time and team news

Lucescu, ill but on the bench: "I can't walk away like a coward"

Romania's manager speaks ahead of tomorrow's World Cup play-off against Turkey

Lunin offers heartfelt apology for errors against Romania

Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin has taken responsibility for two mistakes that led to goals as Ukraine began Euro 2024 with defeat to Romania.

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Romanian Prime Minister posts TikTok video of Antony's skills

Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu has posted a TikTok video showing Manchester United flop Antony's skills with the Red Devils.

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Spurs reject national team bid to call up injured player

Tottenham have rejected Romania's bid to call up injured defender Radu Dragusin national team for their fixtures next month. Dragusin sustained an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tear during an Europa League match in January and has not played competitive football since then. Romania are scheduled to face Moldova in a friendly match, before taking on Austria in a World Cup qualifier.