EURO 2008 INFO

Adrian Mutu cree that if Romania is classified in Group C of the Uefa Euro 2008 ™ exceed the achievements in 2000, when it reached the quarterfinals.

Great challenge
Eight years ago, when Mutu was 21 years old, Romania emerged in a large group where they were in Portugal, England and Germany, and ended up reaching the quarterfinals. Now the front of ACF Florentina is in its first major tournament, which will face the world champion, Italy, the runner, France and the Netherlands always difficult. "The group of 2000 was tough but any team would like to play in it, was the most difficult. We know that two teams would remain outside but we will face this reality and we will fight to qualify, "said Mutu.

Expected
Mutu made his appearance in the Uefa Euro 2000 ™ entering the field in the second half and replacing Gheorghe Hagi in one tie against Italy. Now, however, the pressure falls on their shoulders and those of captain Cristian Chivu, who was also in the tournament from Belgium and Holland. On Monday, Romania made his debut against France, champion eight years ago. "They have a very good team with great players, but also have weaknesses. I will not say what, but we have any chance. It will be a very tough match and a positive result against France would give us in big push to play against Italy and Holland, "said Mutu. Chivu, meanwhile, ruled: "It's time to show what we can do."