Mon Sep 09 16:00:00 UTC 2024: ## San Marino Secures Historic Victory in Nations League Opener
**San Marino has ended a 20-year drought, securing a historic win against Liechtenstein in their Nations League Group D1 opener.** The micronation, known for its small population and limited footballing success, celebrated wildly after Nicko Sensoli’s second-half goal secured a 1-0 victory.
This momentous win marks the first time San Marino has triumphed in a competitive international match since a 2004 friendly against Liechtenstein. The team has endured years of heavy defeats, often celebrating consolation goals as moral victories.
This victory has injected a sense of renewed hope into the tiny country of 33,000. They now sit top of their Nations League group, alongside Gibraltar, who drew 2-2 in their opening match. While a group win would be a significant achievement, it would also mean moving up to League C and facing stronger opposition.
Despite the long journey ahead, captain Alessandro Golinucci expressed the significance of this victory, stating it fulfilled a lifelong dream for him and the team.
**San Marino will be aiming to build on this historic win and shorten the wait for their next victory.**
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