Angelo Niculescu 1921 – 2015

Biography

Angelo Niculescu was born on October 1, 1921, in Craiova, Romania, during a transformative period in his nation’s history. He would go on to build a meaningful career in football, contributing to the sport both as a player and later as a manager. Throughout his life, he remained connected to Romanian football during decades of significant change and development in the sport.

His career in football spanned much of the twentieth century, allowing him to witness and participate in the evolution of the game within Romania. Whether on the pitch or in a managerial capacity, Niculescu dedicated himself to the sport he loved, earning respect within football circles for his knowledge and commitment.

Angelo Niculescu passed away on June 20, 2015, in Bucharest at the age of ninety-three. His final resting place is Ghencea Cemetery in Bucharest, where he was laid to rest. He left behind a legacy rooted in his devotion to Romanian football and the generations he influenced throughout his long and active life in the sport.