San Marino’s Fairytale Win Leaves Punter Reeling
In a stunning upset, San Marino finally secured their first-ever competitive win in over 20 years, defeating Liechtenstein 1-0 in the Nations League. The tiny microstate’s triumph has left many, including one punter, in disbelief.
19-year-old Nicko Sensoli, a Serie D player, scored the only goal of the game, capitalizing on some poor defending to prod the ball home in the second half. The goal sparked incredible scenes as the entire team, including substitutes, celebrated on the pitch.
San Marino’s victory is a testament to their steady improvement as a footballing nation over recent years. Last year, they gave Denmark a scare, scoring a shock goal before eventually losing 2-1. However, they can still be prone to heavy defeats, as evidenced by their 10-0 thrashing at the hands of England, with Harry Kane scoring four goals.
One punter put his confidence in San Marino by backing them in a sevenfold international accumulator, which came in at 78.4/1. The punter, who posted a screengrab of his failed bet on X, captioned it: "As if I put an acca on with San Marino in it and the European champions were the ones to let me down."
Spain, the European champions, failed to deliver, drawing 0-0 with Serbia in their UEFA Nations League opener. Despite fielding the likes of Lamine Yamal, Dani Olmo, and Nico Williams, Luis De La Fuente’s side couldn’t find the same killer edge they managed against England in the Euro 2024 final.
San Marino’s win is a reminder that even the most unlikely of teams can produce a magical moment. As we navigate the unpredictable world of international football, it’s essential to stay humble and adapt to the ever-changing landscape.
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