Slovakia
Slovakia and Faroe Islands shared the spoils in a breathless 2-2 draw in the UEFA Nations League League C, with the visitors twice fighting back to snatch a dramatic point on Friday night.
Erik Prekop Heads Slovakia into Early Lead
The home side seized the initiative after just 17 minutes when Erik Prekop rose highest to power home Dávid Hancko’s pinpoint cross. Slovakia’s dominance looked set to continue as they controlled possession, completing over 500 passes in the first half alone.
Faroe Islands Fight Back Through Davidsen Penalty
Against the run of play, the Faroes were handed a lifeline on 28 minutes. A VAR review confirmed a penalty for Slovakia’s handball, leaving Viljormur Davidsen to slot home past Dominik Greif and level the scores.
Áki Samuelsen Puts Faroes in Front
The visitors stunned the Trnava crowd moments after the restart. Petur Knudsen’s lofted pass released Áki Samuelsen, who kept his composure to slot past Greif and give the Faroes an improbable lead.
Slovakia poured forward, racking up 14 shots to the Faroes’ 10. But they found themselves frustrated by a resolute Faroese defence and two crucial saves from the visitors’ keeper.
Lukáš Haraslín Salvages a Point
The hosts finally broke through on 74 minutes. Lukáš Haraslín popped up with a crucial equaliser, setting up a grandstand finish. Slovakia laid siege to the Faroes’ goal, forcing five corners in the final 15 minutes, but couldn’t find a winner.
At full-time, Slovakia were left stunned. Despite enjoying 72% possession and creating the bulk of the chances, they had been held by the Faroes’ determined rearguard. The visitors’ players celebrated wildly after securing their second point of the campaign, while Slovakia were left to rue missed opportunities that could have sealed victory.
Key Moments
17′ ⚽ Slovakia — Erik Prekop (assist: Dávid Hancko)
30′ ⚽ Faroe Islands — Viljormur Davidsen
47′ ⚽ Faroe Islands — Áki Samuelsen (assist: Petur Knudsen)
74′ ⚽ Slovakia — Lukáš Haraslín🔮 Before kick-off: our match preview & prediction.
