Teofil Codreanu (1 February 1941 – 10 January 2016) was a Romanian footballer noted for his role as an attacking midfielder. Over a professional career centered on club football in Romania, he gained recognition for his technical ability and creativity in the attacking third. Codreanu later became a respected figure among supporters and peers for his contributions on and off the pitch.
Club career
Codreanu spent the principal part of his playing days with Rapid București, where he became well known to followers of the club. While records of individual seasons vary, he is remembered as a reliable attacking presence who combined passing vision with an ability to influence the tempo of play. His long association with the club made him a familiar and admired figure in Romanian domestic football.
International career
At international level Codreanu represented the Romania national football team on multiple occasions. Though not among the most widely publicized international stars, he contributed to the national side during his playing era and earned the recognition of coaches and teammates for his tactical understanding and technical skills.
Playing style and legacy
As an attacking midfielder Codreanu was praised for his ball control, ability to link midfield and attack, and for creating chances for teammates. After retiring from active play he remained associated with the sport and with the community around his club. Following his death in early 2016 he was remembered by fans and local media as a significant player in Rapid's history and an example of the creative midfield tradition in Romanian football.
- Born: 1 February 1941
- Died: 10 January 2016
- Position: Attacking midfielder
- Main club: Rapid București
- National team: Romania