World Cup 1982 Qualifiers : Switzerland beats Romania 2-1
BUCHAREST, Oct. 10, 1981 (AMP) — Spain 82 (European Qualifiers) : Switzerland defeated Romania by a score of 2-1 (halftime: 0-0), in a qualifying game for the 1982 FIFA World Cup on Saturday.
The result put the Romanians second in Group 4 with 7 points. Switzerland is third with 6 points. In their last game, Romania will meet third-placed Switzerland on November 11, while Switzerland will face Hungary.
Fixtures and Results : Group 4
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Overview
Romania at the World Cup
- 4 appearances (first in 1930)
- 10 participations in the qualifications (first in 1930)
Switzerland at the World Cup
- 6 appearances (first in 1934)
- 11 participations in the qualifications (first in 1934)
Romania
1:2
Switzerland
1:2 (0:0)
- 10 October 1981
- Bucharest
Group 4
| Team | Pts |
|---|---|
 England | 7 |
| Romania | 7 |
| Switzerland | 6 |
 Hungary | 6 |
 Norway | 6 |
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