Cyprus vs Armenia

Cyprus beat Armenia 2-0 in their UEFA Nations League League C clash, racing into a two-goal lead inside the opening half hour before grinding out the result with ten men. The standout moment was how comfortably the hosts weathered a one-man-down second half. Leonidas Konomis opened the scoring in the 19th minute from close range after a corner, before Andronikos Kakoullis doubled the lead in the 31st minute, finishing a chance set up by Ioannis Pittas. Early in the second half, Kostas Pileas was sent off, leaving Cyprus to defend for over 40 minutes as Armenia dominated possession and territory but could not find a way through. The result keeps Cyprus's promotion hopes alive in League C, a reward for their ruthless start. For Armenia, it's a frustrating loss despite controlling long spells, leaving them to regroup as they chase points elsewhere in the group.