In a tense European Under-21 Championship qualifier, England’s U21 side were held to a 1-1 draw by Andorra after Rico Lewis converted a dramatic 90th-minute penalty to salvage a point for the Young Lions. The late spot-kick prevented a shock defeat as England struggled to break down the resilient Andorran defense in an unexpectedly challenging encounter.
Andorra U21 Holds England U21 to Draw as Defensive Lapses Raise Concerns
The Young Lions were left frustrated last night as Andorra U21 showcased resilience and defensive discipline at home, holding England U21 to a 1-1 draw in their European Championship qualifier. Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, England’s backline was caught off guard multiple times, exposing vulnerabilities that Andorra capitalized on. A clinical finish from the Andorran attackers in the first half put the hosts ahead, leaving England scrambling to respond. The visitors struggled to break down a well-organized defense, with their…
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Author : Isabella Rossi
Publish date : 2026-04-05 18:40:00
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