On July 3, in the round of 16 of the European Championship, Romania will face the Netherlands for a spot in the quarterfinals. Ahead of the match, Romanian manager Jonescu addressed the media in a press conference.
About the Match
Jonescu: If every match is a new chapter in history, you give your all. No game is easy, especially one that can lead you to the quarterfinals. The Netherlands are favorites, they have gifted players, but we have our own strengths.
About the 1994 World Cup
Jonescu: Those were wonderful moments. I was there, but this is a different team. We know that to get a good result tomorrow, we need to be almost perfect. Don’t be deceived by the Netherlands from their last game against Austria.
About the suspended Băncu
Jonescu: We have some answers. We must decide after training. Who replaces him isn’t crucial; what matters is what he brings to the team. We’ve had individual discussions, and a decision will be made tomorrow.
About the Prospect of Reaching the Quarterfinals
Jonescu: Entering the quarterfinals would be fantastic. It’s hard to put into words. What’s important is that we have the ability, discipline, and organization to be decisive. That could swing the situation in our favor.
