Northern Ireland beat Ukraine 2-0 for its first victory at a European Championship, ending a 34-year wait for a win at an international competition.
Northern Ireland defender Gareth McAuley headed in a free kick from Oliver Norwood at the far post in the 49th minute, building on a strong finish to the first half.
Substitute Niall McGinn added the second goal in the sixth minute of stoppage time.
With five changes to the side that lost its opener to Poland, Northern Ireland bounced back strongly from a poor performance when it didn't muster a shot on goal.
Northern Ireland's last win at a major international competition came in 1982 when it beat World Cup host Spain.Ukraine was left without a win through two games in Group C.
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