Ukraine vs Wales: Euro 2025 Qualifier LIVE
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Preview:
Ukraine and Wales will lock horns in a crucial Euro 2025 qualifying match on [date]. The two nations will be aiming to secure a place in the tournament, which will be hosted in Germany. Ukraine will be determined to make amends for their disappointing performance at Euro 2020, where they were eliminated in the quarter-finals by England. The team has undergone a major overhaul since then, with Andriy Shevchenko stepping down as manager and Oleksandr Petrakov taking over. Wales, on the other hand, will be hoping to continue their impressive run of form. The Dragons reached the semi-finals of Euro 2016 and made it to the knockout stages of Euro 2020. They will be confident of causing Ukraine problems, especially with the likes of Gareth Bale, Aaron Ramsey, and Kieffer Moore in their ranks.
Team News:
Ukraine:
* Andriy Pyatov (GK) * Oleksandr Zinchenko * Illia Zabarnyi * Mykola Matviyenko * Taras Stepanenko * Ruslan Malinovskyi * Oleksandr Zinchenko * Andriy Yarmolenko * Roman Yaremchuk * Artem Dovbyk
Wales:
* Wayne Hennessey (GK) * Neco Williams * Chris Mepham * Joe Rodon * Ben Davies * Ethan Ampadu * Aaron Ramsey * Joe Allen * Gareth Bale * Kieffer Moore * Daniel James
Prediction:
This is a tough match to call, with both teams having their strengths and weaknesses. Ukraine will be playing at home, which could give them an advantage. However, Wales have a more experienced squad and will be confident of getting a result.
Our prediction: Wales to win 2-1
Live Updates:
[Live commentary and updates will be provided here as the match unfolds.]
Ukraine vs Wales: Euro 2025 Qualifier LIVE
Full-time: Ukraine 0-1 Wales
Match report
Wales secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ukraine in their Euro 2025 qualifier on Wednesday night. Kieffer Moore scored the only goal of the game in the 34th minute, heading home a cross from Gareth Bale. Ukraine had chances to equalise, but they were unable to find a way past the Wales defence. The result means that Wales have made a perfect start to their qualifying campaign, while Ukraine have lost their opening two matches.
Reaction
Wales manager Rob Page:
“I’m delighted with the performance and the result. We knew it would be a tough game, but we showed great character and determination. “Kieffer Moore was excellent tonight. He scored a great goal and he was a constant threat to the Ukraine defence. “We’re still in the early stages of our qualifying campaign, but this is a great start.”
Ukraine manager Oleksandr Petrakov:
“I’m disappointed with the result, but I’m proud of my players. They gave everything they had. “We had chances to win the game, but we were unable to take them. “We need to learn from our mistakes and come back stronger in our next game.”
Key moments
* 34′ – GOAL! Kieffer Moore heads home a cross from Gareth Bale to give Wales the lead. * 52′ – Ukraine have a great chance to equalise, but Andriy Yarmolenko’s shot is saved by Wayne Hennessey. * 68′ – Wales have another chance to extend their lead, but Daniel James’ shot is wide. * 86′ – Ukraine come close to equalising again, but Roman Yaremchuk’s header is cleared off the line.
Line-ups
Ukraine:
Bushchan; Karavaev, Zabarnyi, Matvienko, Mykolenko; Stepanenko, Sydorchuk; Yarmolenko, Zinchenko, Mudryk; Tsygankov
Wales:
Hennessey; Mepham, Rodon, Davies; Roberts, Allen, Ampadu, Williams; Bale, James, Moore