Gheorghe Hagi Celebrates Romania Win and Discusses Jan Urban

Relegated to a 1:2 defeat by Romania on Saturday, Poland watched its national team struggle in Bucharest while manager Jan Urban faced mounting pressure over his future.

Romania head coach Gheorghe Hagi celebrated a vital turnaround after pulling his squad out of a skid of losses, Interia Sport reported from Bucharest. Hagi pointed to defensive discipline as the catalyst for the victory.

“As you saw, Poland has a good team, good and fast players. But we looked much better, defended much better, and our attack went very well too, even when we played out from the back and the Polacks attacked us.”

said Hagi, Romania manager, as quoted by Interia Sport.

The Romanian manager also addressed Urban’s precarious standing at the helm of the Polish squad. The 61-year-old manager finds his position hanging by a thread following the international setback.

“We met on the pitch after the match, shook hands, threw ‘good luck’ to each other, I wished him health. Such is our life. Both of us are accomplished as players and coaches. We deserve respect. I hope it will meet each of us.”

Urban’s counterpart said, according to Interia Sport.

Poland captain Robert Lewandowski entered the match facing intense scrutiny from opposing analysts. In three previous appearances against Romania, the 38-year-old striker scored eight goals.

Romanian media outlets previously floated the idea that Urban should leave his captain on the bench. Lewandowski ultimately featured in the lineup but failed to convert his opportunities.

“I’m glad that Lewandowski didn’t score.”

Hagi told Interia Sport with a laugh.

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