The Latest Breaking News from Romania

Romanian fans declare ‘Kosovo is Serbia’, halting football match

Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia in 2008, which Romania has not recognised.

Al Jazeera · Sep 13, 2023

Germany beat France in first game since sacking Hansi Flick as Italy reignite Euro 2024 hopes

Rudi Voller led the Germans in their friendly, while Romania vs Kosovo was halted for an hour

The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2023

'No risk' that NATO member Romania will be dragged into war, senior alliance official says

NATO Deputy-General Secretary Mircea Geoana says there is “no risk” that alliance member Romania will be dragged into a war following the recent discovery of drone fragments on its territory near the border with war-torn Ukraine

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023

Rugby World Cup Pool B guide: South Africa, Ireland, Scotland, Tonga & Romania

A breakdown of Pool B at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

The National (Scotland) · Sep 9, 2023

Fit, healthy and firing – Andy Farrell hails Johnny Sexton’s Ireland comeback

Sexton touched down twice and kicked seven conversions in the 82-8 win over Romania.

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023

Ireland open rugby World Cup account with record tournament victory

Ireland boss Andy Farrell hailed the composure and togetherness of his players after the world's top ranked team launched its bid for a first World cup crown with an 82-8 annihilation of Romania on Saturday afternoon in Bordeaux.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 9, 2023

Spiky and sparkling – Johnny Sexton shows Ireland what they’ve been missing

Ireland 82-8 Romania: Sexton returned after six months on the sidelines and led Ireland to an emphatic win to start their World Cup

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023

Sexton shines as Ireland start Rugby World Cup with 12-try rout of Romania

The returning Johnny Sexton scored 24 points as Ireland demolished Romania 82-8 in Pool B of the 2023 Rugby World Cup

The Guardian - UK · Sep 9, 2023

Ireland 82-8 Romania: Johnny Sexton stars on Rugby World Cup return in sweltering 12-try blitz

Influential skipper scores twice on his first appearance for six months as Andy Farrell’s top-ranked side lay down an early marker in the Bordeaux heat

Evening Standard · Sep 9, 2023

Ireland open World Cup campaign with 12-try thumping of Romania

Andy Farrell’s side hit back emphatically after a shaky start.

The Independent UK · Sep 9, 2023