San Marino v Liechtenstein: World's worst team bid to make history in Nations League

A clash of the titans

When San Marino and Liechtenstein meet in the Nations League on Friday, it will be a clash of the world's worst two football teams. Both sides have never won a competitive match, and they have a combined record of 0 wins, 2 draws, and 166 defeats in competitive internationals.

San Marino is ranked 210th in the FIFA World Rankings, while Liechtenstein is ranked 195th. They are the only two teams in the world who have never won a competitive match.

A chance to make history

The Nations League is a new competition for European nations, and it offers San Marino and Liechtenstein a chance to make history. If either team can win their group, they will qualify for the finals, which will be held in Portugal in 2023.

It would be a remarkable achievement for either team, and it would be a major upset. However, both teams are hoping to make the most of their chance and qualify for the finals.

The history of the rivalry

The rivalry between San Marino and Liechtenstein is a long one. The two teams have met 10 times in competitive matches, and San Marino has never won. Liechtenstein has won five times, and there have been five draws.

The most recent meeting between the two teams was in 2018, and Liechtenstein won 2-0. San Marino will be hoping to avenge that defeat when they meet again on Friday.

Key players

San Marino's key player is Mirko Palazzi. The 32-year-old striker is the team's record goalscorer, and he will be hoping to add to his tally against Liechtenstein.

Liechtenstein's key player is Dennis Salanovic. The 29-year-old midfielder is the team's captain, and he will be hoping to lead his team to victory against San Marino.

Prediction

It is difficult to predict who will win the match between San Marino and Liechtenstein. Both teams are evenly matched, and they will both be desperate to win.

However, Liechtenstein has a slightly better record in head-to-head meetings, and they will be confident of victory. San Marino will need to be at their best if they want to avoid another defeat.