ROMANIA and Slovakia could both seal their spots in the last 16 of Euro 2024 with a draw on Wednesday.
All four teams in Group E, which also includes Belgium and Ukraine, are on three points.
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And former Romania star Danut Lupu, 57, claims that a draw has been “arranged” between his country and Slovakia.
Per AS.Ro, Lupu said: “We will qualify, draw with Slovakia.
“It’s arranged, it would be a shame if we both didn’t go. Why risk it? Would be a shame!
“At that level the players get along very well! Why risk it? Why get in an accident?”
There has been no indication that Lupu’s comments are supported by either country.
Romania can guarantee a spot in the next round if they avoid defeat.
They would be eliminated if they lose and Ukraine win or draw.
Slovakia, meanwhile, would be “almost certain” to go through with a point, according to Opta.
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The Slovaks could make absolutely certain with a win but would be knocked out if they lose and Belgium draw with Ukraine.
Romania’s 3-0 win over Ukraine has set them up to reach the knockout stage for the first time since Euro 2000.
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Lupu played 14 times for Romania between 1989 and 1998.
One fan posted on X: “Is the Romania v Slovakia draw odds on yet?
“Surely the lads play out an entertaining 2-2 which looks like a lovely coincidence where they both qualify.”
Another added: “If ever there was an argument to not have 3rd place teams qualifying, it’s group E in this tournament.
“You’re in a scenario now where Romania play Slovakia on the final game.
“If they draw, they’ll both qualify no matter what the other result is. Absolutely ripe for a draw.”
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