Swedish Fans Celebrate Romania's Arrival Ahead of Match
As the Romanian national team arrived in Stockholm, they were warmly welcomed by Swedish fans who stopped their cars outside the Hagastrand Hotel. With music blaring, the fans played both the Romanian and Swedish national anthems, creating a festive atmosphere for the players.
The Romanian delegation touched down in the Swedish capital at around 21:30 local time and headed straight to the hotel, which opened just last year and is located in the unique urban national park. The team is set to face Sweden tomorrow evening at 21:45.
Upon arrival, smiles were abundant among the players, reflecting a relaxed and confident mood. Răzvan Marin, a midfielder for Romania and AEK Atena, expressed the team's determination, stating, "We came here to win," and emphasized their ambition to secure all three points.
The squad, managed by Gică Hagi, consists of 23 players, including three goalkeepers: Ionuț Radu, Valentin Cojocaru, and Otto Hindrich. Additionally, the team includes nine defenders and seven midfielders, along with three forwards ready to take on the challenge ahead.
Marin also mentioned his desire to maintain his club form with the national team and noted that any goals or assists would be a bonus. As the team prepares for this important match in the Nations League, their spirits remain high, bolstered by the unexpected camaraderie displayed by Swedish supporters.