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Read the full storyHighlights: Ukraine 2-1 Sweden
Two high-quality second-half goals from Andriy Shevchenko gave hosts Ukraine a triumphant start to Euro 2012 in Kiev
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It is the first time since 1988 (NED + ENG) that only 2 teams have failed to score after the first round of all group matches: NED + POR.
From @InfostradaLive on Twitter:Shevchenko proves the difference
Carra on Ukraine
– ITV pundit Jamie CarragherIt’s better for England that Ukraine won that game. If Sweden had won then they would have come and set up very defensively, played us for a draw, and would have been difficult to break down. Now they have to go for it and England can pick them off.
Too little, too late for Ibra and co
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Ukraine are first hosts to win opening match since Holland, Belgium both won in 2000. Belgium beat Sweden 2-1 on that occasion.
From @InfostradaLive on Twitter:Donetsk press room erupts into applause as ukraine win. Fireworks outside too. Always good for a tournament if hosts do well
From @Matt_Law_SM on Twitter:A tale of...
The first-half was a poor affair, but the second was livened up with some great finishes and a few more chances, as Ukraine enjoyed their opening night.
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Incredible scenes when the final whistle goes as the Ukrainian bench all run onto the pitch. Still two more games to go though.