The UEFA Euro Qualifier match between Albania and Poland will take place at Air Albania Stadium on Monday at 12:15 am IST.
A pivotal match in the Euro 2024 qualification campaign is set for Sunday, as Albania hosts Poland in Tirana, within Group E. With four games played, both teams are chasing the Czech Republic for the coveted top-two spots, guaranteeing a place in next year’s tournament in Germany. Poland is currently one point behind Albania in the standings, making this clash a crucial opportunity for both sides to improve their qualification prospects.
Albania maintained their second-place position in Group E after a hard-fought 1-1 draw against group leaders, the Czech Republic, at Fortuna Arena. Vaclav Cerny opened the scoring for the Czechs in the 56th minute, swiftly answered by Nedim Bajrami’s equalizer for Albania. This result put the Czech team atop the closely contested group with eight points, closely followed by Albania with seven, Poland with six, and Moldova with five, effectively sidelining the Faroe Islands. Under Coach Sylvinho, Albania rekindled hopes of reaching the Euros, reminiscent of their Euro 2016 debut. With just the top two teams securing a place in Germany, Coach Sylvinho aims to preserve Albania’s unbeaten streak in the upcoming October international window.
Poland, despite a 1-0 win over Albania in their previous encounter, has faced two losses in Group E, including a surprising defeat to Moldova, which sparked calls for change over the summer. In a recent match against the Faroe Islands, they struggled to break down a resilient opponent but eventually secured a 2-0 victory with two late goals from star striker Robert Lewandowski. Starting their journey to a potential fifth consecutive major tournament finals with a loss to the Czech Republic and another setback against Moldova, Poland, now under former Euros winner Fernando Santos’ coaching, has work ahead. Still, a win against Albania would cap a successful September and propel them into the crucial top two positions in the group.
Albania probable starting lineup: Berisha, Hysaj, Ismajli, Djimsiti, Mitaj, Ramadani, Asllani, Asani, Bajrami, Seferi, Cikalleshi
Poland probable starting lineup: Szczesny, Cash, Kedziora, Bednarek, Kiwior, Skoras, Linetty, Zielinski, Kaminski, Milik, Lewandowski
Albania
| Opponents | Score |
|---|---|
| Czech Republic | 1-1 (D) |
| Faroe Islands | 3-1 (W) |
| Moldova | 2-0 (W) |
| Poland | 0-1 (L) |
| Armenia | 2-0 (W) |
Poland
| Opponents | Score |
|---|---|
| Faroe Islands | 2-0 (W) |
| Moldova | 2-3 (L) |
| Germany | 1-0 (W) |
| Albania | 1-0 (W) |
| Czech Republic | 1-3 (L) |
| Last 5 matches- results | Score |
|---|---|
| Poland beat Albania | 0-1 |
| Poland beat Albania | 0-1 |
| Poland beat Albania | 1-4 |
| Poland beat Albania | 0-1 |
| Poland beat Albania | 0-1 |
The UEFA Euro Qualifier match between Albania and Poland will take place at Air Albania Stadium on Monday at 12:15 am IST.
| Albania vs Poland | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Date | September 11 |
| Venue | Air Albania Stadium |
| Kickoff time in Albania | 8:45 pm (Sunday) |
| Kickoff time in Poland | 8:45 pm (Sunday) |
| Kickoff time in India | 12:15 am (Monday) |
Football fans in Albania can catch the live action via SuperSport 2 Digitalb, TV Klan while those in Poland can watch the match live via Polsat Box Go, TVP1, Polsat Sport Premium 1.
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