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San Marino Seeks First Points Against Dominant Cyprus

10/13/2025

Summary

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On October 12, 2025, San Marino hosts Cyprus in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
San Marino has lost all six qualifiers, including a 10-0 defeat to Austria, and seeks its first points.
Cyprus has won all previous encounters with San Marino and aims for its eighth consecutive victory in the matchup.
Cyprus remains hopeful for a win to keep slim chances alive for a top-two finish in its group.
The match will be broadcast on FOX Sports 2 and streamed on Fubo.

History

Historical Context

The 1998 FIFA World Cup in France was a landmark event, featuring 32 teams, including San Marino, which lost all its matches. France won its first title, while 174 teams competed in the qualification rounds. San Marino's ongoing struggles highlight the challenges faced by smaller nations in international football, as they continue to seek success against more established teams like Cyprus.

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Story summary

On October 12, 2025, San Marino hosts Cyprus in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
San Marino has lost all six qualifiers, including a 10-0 defeat to Austria, and seeks its first points.
Cyprus has won all previous encounters with San Marino and aims for its eighth consecutive victory in the matchup.
Cyprus remains hopeful for a win to keep slim chances alive for a top-two finish in its group.
The match will be broadcast on FOX Sports 2 and streamed on Fubo.

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