Albania vs England Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

The Eagles have never defeated the Three Lions in any of their seven meetings.

The Albania national football team is now gearing up to face the England national football team for their FIFA World Cup European qualifiers match. Arena Kombetare will witness this entertaining contest.

The Eagles will be at home, but it is not going to make things any easier for them. They have performed decently in the World Cup qualifying matches.

The Albania national football team have managed to win three of the six games. They don’t have a positive record against the Englishmen and are likely to struggle yet again.

The Three Lions are in flying form and will be looking to continue their winning run. They have won all of their matches in the ongoing FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

The England national football team have quality players in their squad. They will be feeling confident for their next game despite being away from home.

Kick-off:

• Location: Tirana, Albania
• Stadium: Arena Kombetare
• Date: Sunday, November 16
• Kick-off Time: 10:30 p.m. IST/ 05:00 p.m. GMT/ 01:00 p.m. ET/ 10:00 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Albania: W-W-W-W-W

England: W-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Rey Manaj (Albania)

In his five World Cup qualifying games for the Albania national football team, Rey Manaj has scored three goals. He will be yet again ready to help them on the attacking front. He will be looking to step up his game so that he can score a goal or two, which is going to be beneficial for the hosts.

Harry Kane (England)

Harry Kane plays an important role in the attacking front for the England national football team. He has been in top form since the start of the season and will be looking to find the net in the next game for the Three Lions. He is going to be a constant problem for the opponent’s defence.

Match Facts

• England have not conceded any goals in their last five games.
• Albania have four clean sheets in their last four matches.
• The Three Lions have won all seven of their fixtures against the Eagles.

Albania vs England: Betting Tips and Odds

• England to win @1/2 10bet
• Harry Kane to score @1/1 Ladbrokes
• Goals over 3.5 @2/1 William Hill

Injury and Team News

Albania are ready with all their players fit to be in action.

Marc Guehi will not be in action for England. He is injured.

An update from #ThreeLions camp, as Marc Guéhi returns to his club to continue his rehabilitation.

— England (@England) November 14, 2025

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 7

Albania won: 0

England won: 7

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Albania predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Strakosha (GK); Hysaj, Ajeti, Djimsiti, Mitaj; Laci, Snehu, Asllani; Broja, Manaj, Uzuni

England predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Pickford (GK); Spence, Konsa, Stones, O’Rielly; Eze, Bellingham, Rice; Saka, Kane, Rashford

Match Prediction

The hosts are going to be under pressure from the start, and the Three Lions will surely keep in mind to take advantage. The England national football team is likely to come out on top and secure a win against Albania in their World Cup qualifying clash.

Prediction: Albania 0-4 England

Telecast Details

India: Star Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK: Prime Video UK

USA: Disney+, Fox Sports, Fubo TV, ViX

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