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Moldova has secured promotion to League B of the Nations League after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Azerbaijan. The win marked a historic moment for Moldovan football, as they finished top of Group C3 with 13 points from six matches. Moldova’s success is a testament to the team’s determination and resilience, having come from behind to win several crucial matches throughout the campaign.
Meanwhile, Malta’s hopes of automatic promotion were dashed after a 2-0 defeat to Estonia. The Maltese team needed a win to overtake Estonia and secure second place in Group C2, but ultimately fell short. As a result, Malta will now be forced to participate in the Nations League play-offs, where they will face other teams that finished third in their respective groups. Despite the disappointment, Malta can take heart from their improved performance in the Nations League, having picked up seven points from six matches.
The outcome of the match between Estonia and Malta had significant implications for the final standings in Group C2. Estonia’s win ensured they finished second behind Albania, who had already secured promotion to League B. The Estonians will now await the outcome of the play-offs to determine their fate, while Malta will prepare for their own play-off matches in the hope of securing promotion to League B.