Ukraine beat Finland in final group game

Ukraine ended their UEFA Women’s Championship campaign on a positive note, beating hosts Finland 1-0 at Helsinki’s Olympic Stadium.

Finland had already secured a spot in the quarter finals by winning their first two games, and had little left to play for in their final group match.

Although the Scandinavians did have the better chances, the Ukranians took the lead on 69 minutes. A poor back-pass from defender Tuija Hyyrinen allowed Lyudmyla Pekur to intercept and round keeper Minna Meriluoto for 1-0.

Despite the defeat, Finland win Group A ahead of the Netherlands, Denmark and finally, Ukraine.