England vs Albania Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

The visitors are yet to win a contest against the Three Lions.

The England national football team are all set to host the Albania national football team in the match week one of the 2026 FIFA World Cup UEFA qualifiers. The Three Lions despite topping their group were unable to get to the next stage of the tournament as they were previously demoted to League B.

The England national football team will be playing under Thomas Tuchel for the first time. The Three Lions have a strong squad as far as their players are concerned. They have a good squad depth and will be looking to start the World Cup qualification process on a positive note here.

Good energy ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/ty3sXrYvg0

— England (@England) March 18, 2025

The Albania national football team only won a couple of games in their six UEFA Nations League matches. They came up with mediocre performances and finished last in their group. Thomas Tuchel’s men are going to be a very tough affair for the visitors because of the stacked squad.

Kick-off:

• Location: London, England
• Stadium: Wembley Stadium
• Date: Saturday, March 22
• Kick-off Time: 01:15 IST / Friday, March 21: 19:45 GMT/ 14:45 ET/ 11:45 PT
• Referee: Alejandro Hernandez
• VAR: In use

Form:

England: W-L-W-W-W

Albania: L-L-W-D-L

Players to Watch

Harry Kane (England)

The star striker will be back in action for the Three Lions. Although he has not been a very crucial asset for the national football team when the big games are considered, Harry Kane has been in great scoring form for quite a while now. He will be one of the main men in the attacking front for the Three Lions.

Kristjan Asllani (Albania)

Kristjan Asllani has produced some decent performances for Inter Milan this season in the Serie A. He will be looking to do the same for the Albania national football team. From controlling the midfield to helping his team’s attacking front, Asllani might emerge as one of the game-changers for the visitors.

Match Facts

• The Three Lions have won both of their outings against Albania.
• They are on a three-match winning streak.
• Albania have never been able to score against the England national football team.

England vs Albania: Betting Tips and Odds

• England to win @1/6 William Hill
• Goals over 3.5 @13/8 Betfair Sportsbook
• Harry Kane to score

Injury and Team News

Cole Palmer sustained an injury during training for Chelsea and will not be a part of the Three Lions’ squad.

An update from St. George's Park as three U21 #YoungLions players join in today's #ThreeLions training session.Cole Palmer remains with Chelsea for further assessment on an injury sustained in club training last week.

— England (@England) March 18, 2025

All of the players for Albania are set to be in action as they are match-fit.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 2

England won: 2

Albania won: 0

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

England predicted lineup (5-3-2)

Pickford (GK); Walker, Colwill, Quansah, Guehi, Lewis-Skelly; Rogers, Rice, Bellingham; Kane, Foden

Albania predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Strakosha (GK); Hadroj, Ismajli, Ajeti, Balliu; Laci, Ramadani, Asllani; Asani, Broja, Muci

Match Prediction

Albania have never won a match against the Three Lions, hence they will be under pressure. The hosts are likely to use it as an advantage and might defeat the visitors.

Prediction: England 4-0 Albania

Telecast Details

India: Sony Sports Network

UK: BBC

USA: FOX Sports, Telemundo, Univision

Nigeria: SuperSport

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