Romania dominates San Marino in 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers
<p>Romania secured a convincing 5-1 victory over San Marino on Monday, March 24, in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, climbing to second place in Group H.</p>

<p>The Romanian side dominated the match, with goals from Mihai Popescu, Răzvan Marin, Ianis Hagi, and Denis Alibec, along with an own goal from San Marino’s Cevoli, <a href="https://www.libertatea.ro/sport/san-marino-romania-livetext-scor-preliminarii-cupa-mondiala-24-martie-5244087" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Libertatea</a> reported. The hosts managed to score a consolation goal, but the gap between the two teams was evident throughout the game.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated Cyprus 2-1 at home, taking the top spot in Group H after previously beating Romania 1-0. The Romanian squad had a rough start to the qualifiers with that loss but bounced back with a strong performance against San Marino.</p>

<p>Next, Romania is set to play against Austria and Cyprus in June, according to the <a href="https://www.frf.ro/nationale/masculin/echipa-nationala/azi-joaca-romania-meciul-cu-san-marino-2145-se-vede-la-prima-tv/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Football Federation</a>.</p>

<p>The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The winners of the 12 qualifying groups will advance directly, while the second-placed teams and the top four Nations League group winners will enter a playoff round to determine the final four European teams to qualify.</p>

<p><i>newsroom@romania-insider.com</i></p>

<p><i>(Photo source: Frf.ro)</i></p>