Albania vs Andorra Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The Albanian New York gear up to host the Tricolors.

The FIFA World Cup Qualifiers take us to the Arena Kombetrae as Albania and Andorra lock horns in a thrilling clash.

The Albanian national football team will be eager to put their recent 2-0 defeat to England behind them as they prepare for their next FIFA World Cup qualifier game. Despite a valiant effort, they were undone by goals from Miles Lewis-Skelly and Harry Kane, leaving them searching for a much-needed response. With a challenging group featuring England, Serbia, Latvia, and Andorra, every point will be crucial in their qualification campaign.

Their upcoming fixture against Andorra presents an opportunity to regain momentum. Facing one of the lower-ranked teams in the group, Albania will be determined to secure a convincing victory and reassert themselves as strong contenders for a qualifying spot. A disciplined performance and attacking intent will be key as they aim to return to winning ways.

Andorra will be eager to bounce back after their disappointing 1-0 defeat to Latvia in their opening FIFA World Cup qualifier. A 58th-minute goal from Dario Sits proved to be the difference, leaving Andorra empty-handed despite a resilient defensive effort. With tough fixtures ahead, they will be determined to turn things around and secure their first points of the campaign.

Their upcoming clash against Albania presents a crucial test. Facing a side also seeking redemption after a loss, Andorra must tighten their defence and capitalize on counterattacking opportunities.

Kick-off:

• Location: Tirana, Albania
• Stadium: Arena Kombetrae
• Date: Tuesday, 25 March
• Kick-off Time: 1:15 AM IST
• Referee: Sebastian Gishamer
• VAR: In use

Form:

Albania (in all competitions): L-L-D-W-L

Andorra (in all competitions): L-D-L-W-L

Players to watch out for:

Ylber Ramadani (Albania)

Ylber Ramadani, the 28-year-old German-born defensive midfielder, has established himself as a key figure for the Albanian national team. Having played for clubs like MTK Budapest and Aberdeen, he recently made the switch to Italian side Lecce, where he continues to showcase his midfield prowess. Initially representing Kosovo at the youth level, Ramadani later committed to the Red and Blacks, where he has become an integral part of the squad.

Despite primarily being a defensive midfielder, Ramadani has contributed offensively as well, with his debut goal for Albania coming against Moldova during the UEFA Euro 2020 qualifiers. His ability to break up play, distribute the ball efficiently, and provide defensive stability makes him a crucial asset for Albania.

𝙀𝙐𝙍𝙊 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 il nostro Ylber Ramadani è stato inserito nella speciale #TopTen stilata dalla UEFA nel report tecnico di Euro 2024, occupando il quinto posto per chilometri percorsi con una media di 12,51 KM #UEFA pic.twitter.com/mvWYK9fOjV

— U.S. Lecce (@OfficialUSLecce) September 19, 2024

Max Llovera (Andorra)

Max Llovera Gonzalez, the 28-year-old Andorran centre-back, has built a solid reputation as a defensive stalwart for his national team. Having played for clubs like Santboia and San Cristobal, he has brought experience and resilience to Andorra’s backline. With 76 international appearances to his name, Llovera has been a key figure in Andorra’s defensive setup, often tasked with leading from the back against formidable opponents.

His most memorable moment came during the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers when he scored his debut international goal against Hungary in Budapest. Now, as Andorra look to recover from their opening defeat to Latvia, Llovera will play a crucial role in their defensive strategy.

Match Facts:

• Albania have a 72% win accuracy over Andorra.
• They have won one of their last five fixtures.
• The away side lost three of their last five games.

Albania vs Andorra: Betting Tips and Odds:

• Match to end in a draw
• No first goalscorer.
• Albania 0-0 Andorra

Injuries and Team News:

For the hosts, Ardian Ismalji will be out.

For Andorra, there are no injury concerns.

Head To Head stats:

Total matches – 07

Albania won – 05

Andorra won – 01

Matches drawn – 01

Predicted Lineup:

Albania predicted lineup (4-1-4-1):

Strakosha (GK); Balliu, Ajeti, Djimsiti, Alji; Ramadani; Asani, Asllani, Laci, Bajrami; Uzuni

Andorra predicted lineup (5-4-1)

Alvarez (GK); Borra, Llovera, Garcia, Olivera, Cervos; Rodrigo, Teixiera, Babot, Pujol; Rosas

Match Prediction:

Both teams are equally capable enough to get the better of each other. We expect this match to end in a goalless draw. It would be a fairer result for both teams.

Prediction: Albania 0-0 Andorra

Telecast Details:

India: Sony Sports Network

UK: BBC

USA: FOX Sports, Telemundo, Univision

Nigeria: SuperSport

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