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Ukraine 1-0 Spain: Luis Enrique's side suffer shock first defeat of this season's Nations League after Viktor Tsyhankov's goal gives Andriy Shevchenko's men vital three points

Daily Mail | October 13, 2020

Related Topics: Viktor Tsyhankov, Spain, Andriy Yarmolenko, Ukraine, Luis Enrique, Andriy Shevchenko, Kiev, Oleksandr Zubkov, Sergio Ramos

Spain suffered their first defeat of this season's Nations League campaign following a 1-0 defeat to Ukraine in Kiev.

Substitute Viktor Tsyhankov scored the all-important goal, latching on to a pass from West Ham forward Andriy Yarmolenko before finishing past a sprawling David De Gea.

Luis Enrique's side dominated possession but could not find a way past the hosts, but they do remain top of Group 4 following Germany's thrilling 3-3 draw with Switzerland.

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Viktor Tsyhankov's goal saw Ukraine inflict a first Nations League defeat on Spain this season
The hosts had to suck up a lot of pressure but hit through the substitute after he fired home
Spain had early chances but Pau Torres was unable to divert Ansu Fati's cross goalwards
Sergio Ramos forced Ukraine goalkeeper Heorhiy Bushchan into a fine save from a free-kick
Hosts Ukraine were denied a penalty after Jesus Navas clashed with Oleksandr Zubkov
Adama Traore and Ansu Fati started on the wings but were unable to force a first-half goal
Leeds striker Rodrigo Moreno also passed up a couple of opportunities to put Spain ahead
Luis Enrique sent on Manchester City summer signing Ferran Torres in the second half
Arsenal midfielder Dani Ceballos (R) was also sent on and he appeared to make a difference
But ultimately it was frustration for Luis Enrique's men after Tsyhankov's crucial strike
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