Article by Romeo Ene – Published on Monday, 23 March 2026, 21:53 / Updated on Monday, 23 March 2026 21:54
Bogdan Stancu (38 years old) played 11 years in Turkey and prefaced the tie that the “tricolors” play on Thursday. He wanted to praise three footballers from the opposing camp: Burn Collar, Kenan Yildiz and Hakan Calhanogluthe stars of Real Madrid, Juventus and Inter Milan.
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Turkey – Romania will be played on Thursday, March 26, from 19:00, match broadcast by Prima TV. If we win, we play the qualification final against Slovakia/Kosovo on March 31, 2026.
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Stancu he played in Turkey for Galatasaray, Orduspor, Genclerbirligi, Bursaspor and Eyupspor and admitted that he remained attached to this country.
However, on Thursday, he would like the “tricolors” to produce the surprise and eliminate Montella's national team.
Bogdan Stancu, before Turkey – Romania: “The fact that Lucescu is at the helm of the team is a huge advantage”
Stancu is of the opinion that the advantage of the “tricolors” is represented by the experience of Mircea Lucescu, but he is convinced that Romania will have a hellish mission.
“I felt at home, I love the Turkish people, it's a beautiful country. It's unfortunate that we have to play against each other to go to the World Cup. However, I have Romanian blood in my veins; I would like to see Romania win and go to the World Cup in the USA
It was a period with certain changes in the team, something that happens from time to time in any formation. The lot looks good now, the players are ready for battle.
The fact that Lucescu is at the helm of the team is a huge advantage. He knows Turkish football and players very well. I'm sure he knows exactly how to prepare such a match.
They are brave, calm and love to attack. They also have a good coach. They have the ability to change the game, no doubt. Turkey has always had talented young people.
Currently, Arda Guler, Kenan Yıldız and Hakan Calhanoglu are the most influential names. And Romania has talented young people. Of course, when you have quality players, the level of play rises considerably
I know the Turkish fans and the incredible atmosphere they create at such matches. It is an advantage for them, but the national team of Romania can face this pressure”, said Bogdan Stancu, for fanatik.tr.
