Tyukavin double sends Russia level with group leaders Spain

Lithuania U-21 0-3 Russia U-21
2023 UEFA Under-21 Championship qualifiers, Group C
Tuesday 12 October, Alytus Stadium, Dainava

Goals: Russia - Tyukavin 65’, 71’, Uzela 68’ (OG)

Russia kept up the heat on group leaders Spain with a spirited second-half performance away from home, spearheaded by Dynamo Moscow striker Konstantin Tyukavin.

In the space of 10 minutes after the break, Tyukaving struck twice, either side of a Karolis Uzela own goal. In truth, Mikhail Galaktionov’s youngsters could and should have won by more, but they achieved the most important task of a simple win.

Lithuania stay fifth on three points, while Russia remain second, level with leaders Spain on nine points.

Next Euro 2023 qualifiers: 12 November - Russia U-21 vs Slovakia U-21; Northern Ireland U-21 vs Lithuania U-21