2023-11-16 19:44:41
Their only goal is not to lose. This Thursday evening, at the Vassil-Levski national stadium in Sofia, the Bulgarians thought they had a good score against the Hungarian favorite. However, Hungary snatched a draw (2-2) thanks to an own goal from Bulgarian defender Aleks Petkov in the 90th +7. With 7 points ahead of Montenegro (3rd) who have two matches remaining in Group G of the Euro 2024 Qualifiers, Hungary is now guaranteed to participate in the final phase in Germany. Bulgaria still occupies last place in the group.
The two Hungarian achievements were the results of set pieces played by attacking midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai. The Liverpool player distinguished himself by signing an assist for his center forward, Martin Ádám, in the 10th minute, from a corner. Then, he caused the Bulgarian own goal at the very end of the match, following a free kick 30 meters from the cages.
Bulgarian side, Spas Delev, scored the first goal with a right-footed shot (24th). Decisive passer on the first goal, Kiril Despodov scored his team’s second goal from the penalty spot (78th). The PAOK winger thought he was the hero of his selection before Szoboszlai came to spoil the party. At the same time, goalkeeper Daniel Naumov was at fault on both goals with late and dangerous exits.
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