About the Club:
Romania Rugby is a professional football club based in Bucharest, Romania. The club was founded in 1930 and is one of the oldest and most successful football clubs in the country. Bucharest, also known as "Little Paris", is the capital and largest city of Romania. It is a vibrant and diverse city, with a rich history and culture.
The history of Romania Rugby is closely linked to the history of Romanian football. The club was formed by a group of young football enthusiasts who wanted to promote the sport in their country. They were inspired by the success of the Romanian national team, which had achieved its first international victory in 1922 against Yugoslavia. The club's original name was AS Romania, but it was later changed to Romania Rugby in 1961.
Throughout its history, Romania Rugby has won numerous titles and trophies, including 26 Romanian League titles, 12 Romanian Cup titles, and 6 Romanian Super Cup titles. The club has also had several successful runs in European competitions, reaching the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals in 2006.
Many talented players have worn the Romania Rugby jersey over the years, including Romanian legends such as Gheorghe Hagi and Florin Raducioiu. The club has also had several international players, such as Cristian Chivu and Ionut Lupescu, who have represented the Romanian national team.
One of the most memorable moments in the club's history was in 1986 when Romania Rugby won its first Romanian League title in front of a record-breaking crowd at the National Arena stadium. The club has been playing its home matches at this stadium since 2011, which has a capacity of over 55,000 spectators.
Today, Romania Rugby continues to be one of the top teams in the Romanian football scene, with a loyal fan base and a strong presence in European competitions. The club is known for its attacking style of play and its commitment to developing young players. With a rich history and a promising future, Romania Rugby is a force to be reckoned with in Romanian football.
For more information about Romania Rugby, visit their official website.