Spain may have needed their calculators handy.
In
an effort to combat Romania's poor school dropout rate and boost
children's interest in math, the country's football federation has
kickstarted a novel initiative - having players swap their standard kit
numbers for mathematical equations.
The recently devised concept
for the squad numbers, printed on the back of training tops ahead of
the clash against La Roja, was reinforced by a video shown at the Cluj
Arena describing the measure.
"Football and mathematics are not
mutually exclusive," said Romandian Football Federation president Razvan
Burleanu. "We must look at sports and education as not only
complementary but fundamental elements integrated in the training and
perfection of children. We want to have healthy generation and smart
students who achieve performance and tools through tailored passions.
Through this project, children will learn the basics of football and
have an opportunity for the first time in our country -- to discover
mathematics through an attractive approach." |
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