Romania vs. Georgia: Gică Hagi's first match as coach in 25 years

Romania's national football team embarks on a new era with Gică Hagi at the helm, facing Georgia in Tbilisi for his first match as coach in 25 years. The game, kicking off at 8:00 PM, marks a significant moment for Romanian football as Hagi aims to restore the team's past glory.

Ianis Hagi will captain the squad, continuing a trend set by previous coach Mircea Lucescu. The announced starting lineup features a notable inclusion at right-back, with Coubiș, a natural center-back, filling the role. The full starting XI includes Aioani in goal, Coubiș, Drăgușin, Ghiță, and Borza in defense, Screciu and R. Marin in midfield, Moruțan, I. Hagi, and Mihăilă in attacking midfield, and Fl. Coman as the forward.

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It's an important day for the Romanian national football team!

Nine players from the initial 32-man squad were left behind at the Mogoșoaia training camp. These players, including notable names like Andrei Burcă and Nicolae Stanciu, will continue their preparations for upcoming matches, including a game against Wales on June 6th. This strategic decision allows for focused training for both the players participating in the Georgia match and those preparing for future fixtures.

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Captain is Ianis Hagi, but this is not a surprise, as it is a continuation of the move planned by Mircea Lucescu in his last matches with the national team.