Belarus U19 Dominate San Marino Calcio U19 with 6-0 Victory in UEFA European U19 Championship

Match Time: 18 May 2026, 17:00

Final Score: Belarus U19 6 – 0 San Marino Calcio U19

Belarus U19 delivered a commanding performance in the UEFA European U19 Football Championship, thrashing San Marino Calcio U19 6-0 on 18 May 2026. The one-sided affair saw the Belarusians run riot from the first minute, showcasing their attacking depth and clinical finishing.

Match Summary

From the outset, Belarus U19 imposed their will on the match. Their high-pressing game and quick combination play overwhelmed the San Marino defence, which struggled to cope with the pace and movement of the Belarus front line. The first goal came as early as the 8th minute, when striker Ilya Shauchenka finished from close range after a corner kick.

By halftime, Belarus had built a 3-0 lead, thanks to further strikes from Maksim Karpovich (22') and Yahor Zubovich (39'). The second half was more of the same, with Belarus adding three more goals through Dzmitry Liavonchyk (56'), Artsyom Vasilyeu (71'), and a late penalty converted by Uladzislau Malashevich (84').

Key Moments and Tactical Analysis

• Early dominance: Belarus U19 had 78% possession in the first half, suffocating San Marino's ability to build any attacks. They created 12 shots on target throughout the match.
• Set-piece effectiveness: Two of the six goals came from set pieces, highlighting Belarus's preparation and aerial strength.
• San Marino’s resilience: Despite the heavy scoreline, San Marino Calcio U19 never gave up, and their goalkeeper Mattia Rossi made several impressive saves to prevent an even larger defeat.

Standout Performers

Ilya Shauchenka (Belarus U19): The centre-forward scored one goal and assisted two others, proving a handful for the San Marino defence with his physicality and intelligent runs.

Dzmitry Liavonchyk (Belarus U19): The attacking midfielder controlled the tempo and added a goal and an assist, constantly finding spaces in the final third.

Group Stage Context

The emphatic win gives Belarus U19 a perfect start in the UEFA European U19 Championship group stage. Their goal difference of +6 could prove vital in the race for a top-two spot. San Marino Calcio U19, meanwhile, face an uphill battle after this heavy loss, but they will look to regroup and focus on their next match.

Belarus U19 manager Andrey Korsak praised his team's intensity after the match: "We executed our game plan perfectly. The boys were hungry from the first whistle, and the scoreline reflects our quality. But we must stay grounded – tougher tests lie ahead."

San Marino U19 will need to tighten their defensive organisation and find a way to create chances if they hope to compete in the remainder of the tournament.