San Marino, the lowest-ranked team in FIFA’s world rankings, has achieved a historic victory in football. After a 20-year wait, the microstate celebrated only its second win ever, defeating Liechtenstein 1-0 in their Nations League opener.
In a remarkable turn of events, San Marino secured a 1-0 victory against Liechtenstein in their Nations League Group D1 match. This win marks only the second victory in the nation’s football history, coming two decades after their first triumph, which was also against Liechtenstein on April 28, 2004.
The decisive goal was scored by 19-year-old Nicko Sensoli in the 53rd minute. This echoes the scenario from 20 years ago when Andy Selva, who still holds the national record with eight goals, led San Marino to their historic first win.
A new era for San Marino football
This victory signifies a potential turning point for San Marino’s national team. Under the guidance of national coach Roberto Cevoli, who made his debut on the sideline in March, the team has now improved its record to one win, one draw, and three losses.
The win against Liechtenstein in the Nations League not only breaks a two-decade-long drought but also injects new hope and enthusiasm into San Marino’s football program. It demonstrates that even the smallest nations in international football can achieve significant milestones with perseverance and determination.
As San Marino celebrates this rare victory, it will be interesting to see how this success might impact the team’s performance and confidence in future matches. This win could potentially mark the beginning of a new chapter in San Marino’s football history.
