The other match in Group A would feature Wales taking on Slovakia, as both sides made their debuts in the continental competition.

The Welsh had not advanced to any international events in 58 years, while the Slovaks are appearing in this tournament for the first time as an independent nation. That means history would be made regardless of the outcome.

Wales fans have high expectations for Gareth Bale, and he puts the Red Dragons ahead off a free kick in the 10th minute.

But Slovakia pull level as Ondrej Duda comes on as a substitute at the hour mark, and scores the equalizer one minute later.

And another sub would come up with the winner, as Hal Robson-Kanu finds the net in the 81st, providing the final margin in a 2-1 Welsh victory.