Summary
Romanian football figure Mircea Lucescu passed away at 80, confirmed by a hospital after a heart attack. He was a renowned player and coach, known for leading the Romanian national team to the European Championship in 1984. Lucescu had a long career coaching various national and club teams, leaving a significant mark on European football.
Key Facts
- Mircea Lucescu died at the age of 80 after a heart attack.
- He was the first to lead the Romanian national football team to a European Championship in 1984.
- Lucescu captained Romania at the 1970 World Cup as a player.
- He coached Shakhtar Donetsk, achieving a UEFA Cup win in 2009.
- Lucescu also coached teams in Italy and had roles in Turkiye and Romania's national teams.
- Shakhtar described him as their most successful manager with 22 trophies.
- Romanian President Nicusor Dan and UEFA's president expressed tributes to Lucescu's legacy.
