A huge crown of flowers symbolizing the number 8, which he wore on the shirt, was deposited today at the grave of former great footballer Ilie Balaci.
The crown was brought by Robert Săceanu and Florin Costea, from “Craiova lui Mititelu”.
The nickname “the blond miracle” was born on September 8, 1956, but was declared on September 13, the date that appears on its birth certificate.
On the athletics field inside the Ion Oblemenco sports complex was played the Ilie Balaci tournament. 32 teams participated in fourth age categories from all over the country.
Sorin Cârțu, Emil Săndoi, Gabriel Boldici, Aurică Beldeanu, Costică Donose, Adrian Popescu, Daniel Mogoșanu and Florin Cioroianu participated in the opening of the tournament.
