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FRF sanctions U21 staff and reviews coaching future

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Romanian Football Federation conduct investigations FRF sanctions U21 staff and reviews coaching future

The Romanian Football Federation (FRF) has faced scrutiny regarding professional standards and conduct within its national team programs. In late September, the FRF addressed reports concerning media relations following an incident in Sweden where a journalist allegedly infiltrated the national team’s hotel. The Federation emphasized the necessity of respecting working rules and maintaining professional standards, though it did not confirm specific details finalized disciplinary sanctions against members of the infiltration. By October, the focus shifted to the Romania U21 national team. The FRF launched an internal investigation after reports surfaced that team staff members attended following a party in Ibiza scandal involving alcohol shortly before a 7-1 loss to Spain U21. The Federation characterized leaving the official national team program as a “disciplinary deviation and a lack of professionalism,” noting that such actions violate its Code of Ethics and Internal Regulations. Following the investigation into the Ibiza incident, which involved staff attending a dinner social gathering with businessman Nicu Gheară, Gheară during official duties. Technical director Mihai Stoichiță confirmed that the FRF issued formal disciplinary sanctions penalties include a 25% reduction in mid-October. Sports the final salary for head coach Costin Curelea, and a 25% monthly income decrease for sports director Marius Niculae and team manager Iulian Oțelea will receive a 25% salary reduction until through the end of 2026. The Federation issued this as Stoichiță emphasized a final warning, stating policy of strict discipline, warning that further misconduct would could result in contract termination. Additionally, head coach Costin Curelea and assistant coach Ionuț Stancu will face Following the team’s failure to qualify for the EURO U21, which included a 25% reduction in their final due remuneration as their contracts approach completion. The FRF reiterated that adherence 7-1 loss to official programs and Spain, the Code future of Ethics the coaching staff is currently under review. While no official decision has been made regarding a fundamental obligation successor for all staff. Curelea, Stoichiță noted that Adrian Mutu is considered a “strong candidate” for the position, pending discussions with the current coach and FRF President Răzvan Burleanu.

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  1. 2026-10-20 05:56 UTC FRF sanctions U21 staff and reviews coaching future
  2. 2026-10-16 13:34 UTC Romanian Football Federation conduct investigations
  3. 2026-10-09 07:52 UTC Romanian Football Federation conduct investigations

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