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Olsen makes Faroese history

Faroe Islands 1-0 Azerbaijan
Magnus Olsen's goal handed the home side their first ever UEFA European Under-21 Championship win.

The Faroe Islands earned their first ever UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifying win as Magnus Olsen's goal proved to be decisive against Azerbaijan in Group 1.

Maiden win
Competing in the qualifying tournament for the first time, William Jacobsen's side finally tasted victory in their fifth qualifier, with Olsen's goal on the stroke of half-time proving to be the winner in Toftir. The Faroe Islands are at home to Croatia on Wednesday while Azerbaijan welcome Albania. Italy top Group 1 on 12 points from their four games.