23.03.2026 20:40
Romanian footballer Dorin Rotariu, who has played for Ankaragücü, Iğdır FK, and most recently Eyüpspor in his career in Turkey, made a statement ahead of the 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Turkey. Stating that it will be a tough match, Rotariu said, "Yes! There will be a battle between us and Turkey in terms of ambition, determination, motivation, and atmosphere. But it will be very beautiful! I am sure! And don't expect dirty play! I think it will be a very clean match."
Dorin Rotariu, who has worn the jerseys of Ankaragücü, Iğdır FK, and most recently ikas Eyüpspor in Turkey, made statements that will be widely discussed before the 2026 World Cup qualifying match to be played between Turkey and Romania.
"ALL ADVANTAGES ARE ON TURKEY'S SIDE"
In response to the question, "Let's start with the Turkey - Romania match, which excites both countries on the road to the World Cup. How is the atmosphere before the match?" Rotariu said, "So far, the match has not, so to speak, ignited; because in recent days, everyone's attention has been focused on league matches and the matches Galatasaray played against Liverpool in the Champions League. However, from the beginning of the week, the atmosphere will definitely start to warm up gradually. It will be a very tough match for Romania, especially since the Turks have many top-level players in form and will be playing at home, meaning all advantages are on their side. However, this does not mean that they have already guaranteed qualification."
"I DON'T KNOW HOW IT WILL BE, BUT WE WILL WIN"
Continuing his words, Rotariu said, "I talked a few words about the match with my teammates, and they asked me questions about the Romanian national team and the match. I told them one thing; to stay calm, that we will beat them... I don't know how it will be, but we will win."
"THERE WILL BE A BATTLE BETWEEN US!"
In response to the question, "Will it be a match like a conflict between two groups of soldiers?" the experienced player said, "Yes! It will be like a battle between us in terms of ambition, determination, motivation, and atmosphere. But it will be very beautiful! I'm sure! And don't expect dirty play! I think it will be a very clean match, both teams will come out to play football, and we won't see too many cards. This Turkish team is not defined by aggression."
"WE WILL LEAVE THE SWORD TO THEM AND GO TO THE WORLD CUP"
Responding to the statement, "Let's have some fun! The great sword of Stefan is in Istanbul, the Turkey-Romania qualifying match will be played on Thursday. What will we take, what will we give to the Ottomans?" the Romanian player said, "We will leave the sword to them and we will take the right to participate in the World Cup."