Liviu Antal and Vlad Chiricheș announce football retirements

Several prominent Romanian footballers have announced or discussed their transitions away from professional play. Liviu Antal, the all-time top scorer for Zalgiris Vilnius, confirmed via video that he will retire at the end of the current season. Antal, who has scored 110 goals in 212 matches for the Lithuanian club, requested fans attend his final home match on October 18.

Former national team captain Vlad Chiricheș also indicated he is preparing to retire from professional football. After leaving FCSB, Chiricheș expressed interest in pursuing coaching, noting that he has begun studying for his B license at Coverciano.

Additionally, former international Mihai Răduț shared his views on life after football, stating he does not see himself working within a club as a coach or executive, though he remains open to roles in scouting or analysis.