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Thursday, December 5, 2024

Romania U21 Dominates Montenegro U21 in Euro 2025 Qualifiers

Romania U21 showcased an impressive performance against Montenegro U21, winning 6-2 in a crucial Euro 2025 qualifying match held in Nikšić. The victory not only solidified their position at the top of Group E but also highlighted the talents of key players like Louis Munteanu, who scored a hat-trick.

Key Takeaways

  • Romania U21 defeated Montenegro U21 with a score of 6-2.
  • Louis Munteanu scored three goals, marking his first career hat-trick.
  • Romania now leads Group E with 19 points, ahead of Switzerland and Finland.
  • The next decisive match is against Switzerland on October 15.

Match Overview

The match began with Romania U21 taking control early on. In the 16th minute, Louis Munteanu opened the scoring with a header from a well-placed cross by Alexandru Pantea. However, Montenegro quickly equalized in the 21st minute when Janjic scored directly from a corner kick, catching the Romanian defense off guard.

Romania regained the lead just six minutes later, with Munteanu scoring again, this time with a precise shot into the bottom corner. The first half ended with Romania leading 2-1.

Second Half Surge

The second half saw Romania increase their dominance. Rareș Ilie scored in the 52nd minute, lobbing the ball over the goalkeeper after a brilliant pass from Borza. Octavian Popescu added another goal in the 59th minute, extending the lead to 4-1.

Montenegro managed to pull one back in the 70th minute through Mrvaljevic, but Munteanu quickly responded, completing his hat-trick in the 74th minute with a powerful shot from the edge of the box. Mihnea Rădulescu capped off the scoring for Romania in the 90th minute, marking his debut goal for the national team.

Group Standings

After this match, the standings in Group E are as follows:

Position Team Matches Points
1 Romania U21 9 19
2 Switzerland U21 9 18
3 Finland U21 9 17
4 Albania U21 9 13
5 Montenegro U21 9 7
6 Armenia U21 9 2

Looking Ahead

With this victory, Romania U21 is in a strong position to qualify for the Euro 2025 tournament. They must secure a win against Switzerland in their next match to guarantee their top spot in the group. The match is set to take place on October 15, and it promises to be a thrilling encounter as Romania aims to maintain their momentum and secure their place in the tournament.

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Emre Emehet
Emre Emehet
Emre Emehet is a 45-year-old journalist from the Balkans, best known for his dedication to telling stories that reflect the everyday lives of people in his region. Growing up in a small town in northern Bosnia, Emre always had an interest in local history and storytelling, which drew him to pursue a degree in journalism and communications at the University of Sarajevo. He wasn’t the top of his class, but his professors admired his practical approach and natural curiosity, qualities that would later define his career.
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