Armenia Secures 6-1 Victory Against Liechtenstein in UEFA Women’s Nations League Opener

The Armenian women’s national football team delivered an unforgettable performance in their opening match of the UEFA Women’s Nations League, defeating Liechtenstein 6-1. The game, held in Armavir, demonstrated Armenia’s increasing skills in women’s football, with a record-setting hat-trick from forward Lara Kazanchian showcasing their dominance.

The match started with a quick offensive push from Armenia, and it did not take long for the home team to make an impact. Just seven minutes into the game, Maral Artin broke through Liechtenstein’s defense and netted the first goal, giving Armenia an early lead. The momentum continued as Oksanna Pizlova doubled the score just minutes later, putting Liechtenstein on the defensive.

As the first half progressed, Armenia maintained control of possession and continued pressing forward. In the 44th minute, Lara Kazanchian found the back of the net, making it 3-0 by halftime. The Armenian team’s aggressive play and precise passing kept their opponents struggling to find any rhythm in attack.

The second half saw Armenia continue their dominant performance. In the 53rd minute, Anna Dallakian converted a penalty kick, extending Armenia’s lead to 4-0. However, Liechtenstein responded almost immediately with a goal from Katarina Risch, their only score of the match.

Despite the brief setback, Armenia remained in full control. Kazanchian struck again in the 60th minute, bringing Armenia’s tally to five. She sealed her outstanding performance with another goal in the 71st minute, completing the first-ever hat-trick in Armenian women’s football history. Her achievement marked a historic moment, as well as Armenia’s largest-ever victory in international women’s competition.

The emphatic win over Liechtenstein shows the Armenian team’s growing potential on the international stage. With a mix of experienced players and rising talents, Armenia is demonstrating that they are a competitive force in women’s football.

The next challenge for the Armenian team will be their upcoming match against Kazakhstan on February 25. As they prepare for this crucial fixture, their confidence will be high after such a resounding victory.