title: Ion Velea
text: # Ion Velea
  
  Ion Velea (born 14 September 1947) is a Romanian former footballer and referee. He was part of "U" Craiova's team that won the 1973–74 Divizia A, which was the first trophy in the club's history. After he ended his playing career he became a referee who arbitrated Divizia A matches over the course of 12 years, he also arbitrated at European club level.
  
  ## Honours
  
  Universitatea Craiova
  
  * Divizia A: 1973–74
  