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Questions about Romania national football team

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When did the Romanian Football Federation take root in Bucharest?

The Romanian Football Federation took root in Bucharest during October 1909. This organization eventually guided the national team known as Tricolorii.

What was Romania's best performance in World Cup history and when did it occur?

Romania achieved their best performance in the 1994 campaign by defeating Argentina 3, 2 in the round of 16 in Los Angeles. They reached the quarter-finals before losing to Sweden on penalties after a dramatic match ending 3, 3.

Who holds the record for most appearances for the Romania national football team?

Dorinel Munteanu holds the record for most appearances with 134 caps between 1991 and 2007. He scored sixteen goals during his career spanning sixteen years.

Which country represents Romania's most fierce rivalry due to historical disputes over Transylvania?

Hungary represents Romania's most fierce rivalry due to historical disputes over Transylvania. The first match took place in Bucharest on the 4th of October 1936 and Hungary won 2, 1.

When did the Arena Națională open in Bucharest and how many seats does it hold?

The Arena Națională opened in Bucharest during 2011 as the national stadium. It holds 55,600 seats making it the largest venue in the country.