Dănuț Lupu
Romanian footballer and national team player
Born
February 27th, 1967
58 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Romania
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A retired footballer played primarily as an attacking midfielder. Spent most of his club career at Universitatea Craiova and had a stint at several other Romanian clubs. Represented the Romanian national team, participating in major international tournaments including the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup. Lupu's skill and vision on the pitch contributed significantly to his teams' successes during his career.
Won Liga I with Universitatea Craiova
Represented Romania in the 1994 FIFA World Cup
Competed in UEFA Euro 1996
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