San Marino

2024 - 9 - 6

From Zero to Hero: San Marino Scores Historic Win After 20 Years!

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Tiny San Marino shatters 20 years of dormancy with their first-ever competitive victory! 🎉⚽️

In a fairytale ending worthy of a Hollywood script, San Marino, long hailed as the world’s least successful football team, finally celebrated a monumental victory after a staggering 20 years of defeats. In a heart-stopping match against Liechtenstein, San Marino clinched their first competitive win with a lone goal, courtesy of the young star Nicko Sensoli. This historic 1-0 victory in the UEFA Nations League has not only broken the longest winless streak in international football but has also reignited hope and pride among its passionate fans. San Marino, which holds the dubious title of the world’s lowest-ranked football team, unexpectedly transformed from perennial underdogs to celebrated champions overnight.

The match was a nail-biter, with fans on the edge of their seats in the tiny microstate of San Marino, where football is cherished despite its long history of disappointments. The 19-year-old Sensoli, who scored the game-winner, was barely even a twinkle in his parents’ eyes when San Marino last tasted victory. The jubilation that erupted post-match was contagious, as players and supporters reveled in the sweet, sweet taste of triumph. It’s a classic underdog story that reminds us all that perseverance in the face of adversity can eventually lead to glory, regardless of how small you may be!

But what does this mean for the future of San Marino's football? It not only signifies a fresh beginning but also serves as an inspiration for teams worldwide, proving that even the longest of winless streaks can be broken. Football experts and fans alike are now watching closely to see if this victory will ignite a new spirit within the team, potentially putting them on a path for more surprises in upcoming matches.

In retrospect, this victory represents more than just points on a league table; it symbolizes hope, determination, and the beauty of sportsmanship. Did you know that San Marino is the world's fifth smallest country? Comprising just 61 square kilometers and home to about 33,000 people, the tiny nation’s football club scenes have often been overshadowed by larger countries. San Marino football might not have made the headlines like some bigger nations before, but perhaps this much-awaited victory will mark the beginning of a football revolution in this charming little republic!

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How San Marino, world's worst team, got first win in 20 years - ESPN (ESPN)

Waiting 20 years to win is a long time for any team, even the worst in the world. But it made San Marino's victory over Liechtenstein even more special.

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San Marino, world's worst team, score 1st win in 20 years - ESPN (ESPN)

San Marino defeated Liechtenstein 1-0 in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday for their first-ever competitive win and first win in any game in 20 years.

Tiny San Marino celebrates its 1st ever competitive win in ... (Post Register)

SERRAVALLE, San Marino (AP) — The 19-year-old who scored in the San Marino national soccer team's first ever competitive victory wasn't even born the only ...

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San Marino: World's lowest-ranked football team win first ever ... (Sky News)

Nicko Sensoli scored in the 53rd minute against Liechtenstein to give the landlocked microstate its historic triumph - triggering scenes of jubilation.

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Video: San Marino secure incredible first victory for 20 years (Yahoo Sports)

San Marino made history by winning their first match in 20 years, beating Liechtenstein 1-0 in the Nations League.The tiny principality is essentially a ...

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San Marino was my destiny, says manager after famous win (The Straits Times)

San Marino finally enjoyed their first ever competitive win by defeating Liechtenstein 20 years after their only other victory came against the same ...

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A Victory at Last for San Marino, the World's Worst Soccer Team (The New York Times)

San Marino scored its first competitive win. “To beat Liechtenstein has been an incredible joy,” one player said.

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SERRAVALLE, San Marino (AP) — The 19-year-old who scored in the San Marino national soccer team's first ever competitive victory wasn't even born the only ...

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How San Marino, world's worst team, got first win in 20 years - ESPN (ESPN)

The team's last victory came in a friendly against Liechtenstein in 2004. That track record has left the Titani propping up the FIFA World Ranking, sitting ...

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San Marino make history with first ever win after 171 losses - Inside ... (Inside World Football)

September 6 – San Marino, the whipping boys of international football as the worst team on the planet, according to FIFA's world rankings, made history on ...

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San Marino wins first match in 20 years with 1-0 victory over ... (Yahoo Sports)

San Marino, the worst-ranked team in FIFA at No. 210, won its first match in 20 years on Thursday with a 1–0 victory over Liechtenstein in the UEFA Nations ...

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San Marino celebrate first ever competitive win in international football (Business Standard)

The 19-year-old who scored in the San Marino national soccer team's first ever competitive victory wasn't even born the only other time that the tiny ...

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San Marino, world's worst team, score 1st win in 20 years - ESPN (ESPN)

San Marino defeated Liechtenstein 1-0 in the UEFA Nations League on Thursday for their first-ever competitive win and first win in any game in 20 years.

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