Armenia Stuns Wales 4-2 in Eurocup 2023 Qualifier
Armenia pulled off a stunning 4-2 victory over Wales in their Eurocup 2023 qualifier on Friday night. The match was played at the Republican Stadium in Yerevan, Armenia, and it was a thrilling affair from start to finish.
Wales started the match brightly and took the lead in the 12th minute through Gareth Bale. However, Armenia responded well and equalized in the 23rd minute through Tigran Barseghyan. The two teams went into halftime level at 1-1.
In the second half, Armenia took control of the match and scored three unanswered goals. Barseghyan scored his second goal of the match in the 53rd minute, and then Eduard Spertsyan and Vahan Bichakhchyan added goals in the 68th and 77th minutes, respectively. Wales pulled one back in the 82nd minute through Harry Wilson, but it was too little too late.
The victory was a huge upset for Armenia, who are ranked 92nd in the world by FIFA. It was also a major blow to Wales, who are currently in second place in their qualifying group.
Key Stats
- Armenia's victory was their first over Wales in over 20 years.
- Barseghyan scored two goals for Armenia, his first two goals for the national team.
- Spertsyan and Bichakhchyan each scored their first goals for Armenia.
- Wilson scored Wales' only goal.
What's Next?
Armenia will next play against Romania on June 24, while Wales will face Austria on the same day. Both matches are important for the teams' chances of qualifying for the Eurocup 2023.
The Future of Armenian Football
The victory over Wales was a major boost for Armenian football. It showed that the team is capable of competing with some of the best teams in Europe. If Armenia can continue to improve, they could be a force to be reckoned with in future tournaments.
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