In a tense match in Yerevan, Armenia’s U21s were narrowly defeated by Italy, losing 1-0 after a last-minute goal on October 1.
In a gripping encounter on October 1, Armenia’s U21 national team fell short against Italy, losing 1-0 in Yerevan. The match saw Armenia’s goalkeeper, Hayk Ghazaryan, showcase remarkable skills, notably saving a penalty from Italy’s Luca Koleosho in the 77th minute. Despite his best efforts, including several crucial saves throughout the match, Armenia was unable to secure a point.
The decisive moment came deep into stoppage time when Italian forward Alphadjo Cisse capitalized on a rebound, slotting the ball into the net in the fifth minute of extra time. This defeat leaves Armenia without a point after nine matches in Group E of the 2027 UEFA Euro U21 qualifying campaign.
Looking ahead, Armenia will conclude their qualifying journey with an away match against Montenegro on October 5. The team aims to regroup and find a way to secure their first points in the tournament as they continue to develop their young talents in the international arena.