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Ukraine lost 1-0 to Northern Ireland in the fifth round of Group 2 in League B of the 2026/2027 UEFA Nations League. Devlin scored the only goal in the 68th minute.
Ukraine head coach Andrea Maldéra spoke about his team’s situation after the defeat. The Ukrainian outlet Champion reported his comments: “Unfortunately, we have lost three games. We are not talking now about how we will get out of this situation. For our fans, we want to do everything we can in the final match, take risks and win.”
Northern Ireland moved to the top of the group with 11 points, one ahead of second-placed Hungary. The two teams will meet in the final round.
Ukraine remain third with four points and have been eliminated from contention for promotion to League A. They will face Georgia in the sixth round. Both matches will be played on November 17.
