San Marino Make History with First-Ever Competitive Win
Nicko Sensoli's Strike Seals 1-0 Victory Over Liechtenstein
In a historic moment for San Marino football, the tiny nation secured its first-ever competitive victory on Tuesday, March 28th, 2023, with a hard-fought 1-0 triumph over Liechtenstein in an international friendly at the Stadio Olimpico in Serravalle.
Sensoli's Moment of Glory
The match-winning goal came in the 39th minute, courtesy of forward Nicko Sensoli. The 24-year-old forward latched onto a long pass from defender Filippo Fabbri and fired a low shot into the bottom corner of the net, sparking jubilation among the San Marino players and fans.
The victory marks a significant achievement for San Marino, who had previously gone 151 competitive matches without a win. It is also the first time that San Marino has defeated Liechtenstein, having lost the previous two encounters between the two teams.
Credit to San Marino's Resilience
The victory is a testament to the resilience and determination of the San Marino team, who have long been considered one of the weakest in international football. Despite facing an uphill battle against Liechtenstein, who are ranked 95th in the FIFA World Rankings, San Marino refused to give up and fought valiantly for the win.
Praise for Sensoli and Manager Varrella
Sensoli, who plays his club football for Italian Serie C side Cesena, was understandably overjoyed after scoring the historic goal. He praised the team's spirit and dedication, while also crediting manager Franco Varrella for his tactical nous.
Varrella, who took charge of San Marino in 2020, has been credited with transforming the team's fortunes. Under his guidance, San Marino have shown significant improvement and are now capable of competing with teams of a similar level.
Landmark Achievement for San Marino
The victory is a landmark achievement for San Marino and will undoubtedly boost the nation's confidence ahead of their upcoming Nations League campaign. It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players, manager, and coaching staff, and will serve as an inspiration to future generations of San Marino footballers.
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