Petropoulos gives Greece victory

A first-half goal from Antonios Petropoulos gave Greece a narrow victory against Scotland in the first round of matches in UEFA European Under-19 Championship Elite round Group 5.

Precision finish
In intense heat at the Vöcklamarkt stadium, Greece dominated the early exchanges. The breakthrough arrived in the 29th minute, as Scotland lost possession in midfield and Keratsini forward Petropoulos found the net with a precise shot. Scotland strove for a way back into the contest in the second half, hitting the post and having another effort ruled out for offside, but were unable to get back on terms.

Three points each
Slovakia defeated mini-tournament hosts Austria 2-0 in today's other game in the group, leaving Greece and the Slovakians together on three points at the head of the standings. In Sunday's fixtures, Greece face the Austrians while Slovakia are Scotland's opponents.