Albania and Slovakia start with wins in the Nations League

Albania and Slovakia both started their UEFA Nations League campaigns with victories, after beating Belarus and Moldova respectively.

Albania beat Belarus

Albania took the lead in the 34th minute when Kristjan Asllani was on target form the penalty spot. Ernest Muçi then doubled their advantage in first-half stoppage time after an assist from Elseid Hysaj.

The hosts controlled the game during the second half and they succeeded to keep a clean sheet, to secure all three points in Group C1.

Slovakia make a winning start

Slovakia also defeated Moldova after a 2-0 victory in Group C3. Ivan Schranz opened the scoring in the 32nd minute before Ondrej Duda doubled the lead, scoring from penalty eight minutes later.

Both teams therefore began their Nations League campaigns with three points.

Final scores: Albania 2-0 Belarus Slovakia 2-0 Moldova