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8 unusual facts about Ion Timofte


Ion Timofte

Timofte was born in Anina, and made his first football steps in his hometown club Minerul Anina before moving to lower league side CSM Reşiţa.

For a half dozen years, the Romanian genius spread his art and lead Boavista to an era of success.

In a deeply touching atmosphere, Boavista supporters said farewell to their eternal number 7.

Boavista played with two defensive midfielders covering the spaces behind him and allowing great freedom for the skilful man.

The Romanian playmaker decided to join the bitter rivals, Boavista.

Timofte would be injured for most part of the season but he still managed to score a goal in the 1–1 drawn against Feyenoord in Rotterdam.

A late dramatic goal gave Brøndby a 2–1 victory and sent the tie to extra-time but those crucial 30 minutes saw Boavista scoring three goals to book its first present in Europe's most important club competition.

After his retirement, as prove of his love for the club, Timofte opened a restaurant and a hotel in his hometown, Timişoara, both called Boavista.



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