European Night of Goals: Denmark Dominate, Scotland Rise, Faroe Islands Shock Everyone
It was a wild night across Europe as the road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup heated up. Big wins, comebacks, and shock results lit up the stage — with Denmark, Scotland, and the Faroe Islands all grabbing the spotlight.
Denmark on Fire
Denmark showed no mercy against Belarus, storming to a 6–0 victory in Zalaegerszeg. Rasmus Højlund was unstoppable, scoring twice and setting up another as the Danes kept control of Group C. Victor Froholdt opened the floodgates early, before Patrick Dorgu and substitute Anders Dreyer joined the party with stylish finishes. It was a statement win — Denmark look ready for North America.
Scotland’s Comeback Spirit
In Glasgow, Scotland pulled off a thrilling 3–1 win over Greece after going a goal down. The visitors dominated early and went ahead through Kostas Tsimikas, but Hampden Park erupted when Ryan Christie quickly equalized. Lewis Ferguson smashed home a second from close range, and Lyndon Dykes sealed it deep into stoppage time. It was a gritty, emotional win that keeps Scotland right behind Denmark in the group.
Finnish Fightback
Finland turned things around in Helsinki, beating Lithuania 2–1 after trailing at half-time. Benjamin Källman and Adam Markhiev struck within ten minutes of the restart to reignite Finnish qualification hopes. Lithuania fought hard but couldn’t find a response, leaving Finland smiling.
Business as Usual for the Netherlands
No surprises in Malta — the Netherlands cruised to a 4–0 win, led by Cody Gakpo’s two penalties. The Liverpool winger also set up Tijjani Reijnders before Memphis Depay added a late header. Ronald Koeman’s men now sit three points clear in Group G and look every bit the powerhouse.
Arnautović Makes History
Austria ran riot in Vienna, thrashing San Marino 10–0. Marko Arnautović scored four times to become his country’s all-time top scorer, surpassing Toni Polster. Stefan Posch grabbed a brace, with others joining the fun as Austria extended their perfect run. It was total domination from Ralf Rangnick’s side.
Late Drama in Cyprus
Cyprus pulled off one of the night’s most dramatic comebacks, drawing 2–2 with Bosnia-Herzegovina. Down two goals, the hosts clawed back through Konstantinos Laifis before Ioannis Pittas buried a 97th-minute penalty. Bosnia’s qualification hopes took a big hit.
Czechia and Croatia Stalemate
In Prague, Czechia and Croatia cancelled each other out in a 0–0 draw full of missed chances. Croatia remain on top thanks to goal difference and a game in hand.
Faroe Islands Make History
And finally, the biggest shock of the night: the Faroe Islands crushed Montenegro 4–0. Hanus Sørensen scored twice, with a Roganović own goal and an Arni Frederiksberg penalty sealing the fairytale. It’s the Faroes’ third consecutive World Cup qualifying win — a first in their history.
