Preview: Poland vs Albania Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

The Kuqezinjtë dominated the proceedings when they last faced the White Eagles.

Poland are now going to lock horns with Albania for their semi-final fixture of the 2026 FIFA World Cup European qualifiers Play-Offs. This is going to be an interesting clash between these teams, taking place at the PGE Narodowy.

The White Eagles will be the hosts for their next World Cup qualifying game and they will be eager to use the conditions to their advantage. They did well during the group stage, but it was not quite enough to top the group. But the Poland national football team have a clear chance here and they will not be looking to miss out.

The Kuqezinjtë put up some decent performances during the group stage of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers, but it was not enough. They take on the White Eagles next and it is going to be a tough contest for them. The Albania national football team will be away from home and it surely will make things tougher for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Warsaw, Poland
• Stadium: PGE Narodowy
• Date: Friday, March 27
• Kick-off Time: 01:15 AM IST (Thursday, Mar 26; 07:45 PM GMT/ 02:45 PM ET/ 11:45 AM PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

Form:

Poland: W-W-W-D-W

Albania: W-W-W-W-L

Players to Watch

Robert Lewandowski (Poland)

Robert Lewandowski is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. He will be looking to put in a top performance so that he can help his side get closer to closing a spot for the upcoming FIFA World Cup. He is going to lead his side in the attacking front and his presence is going to be of great significance for the Poland national football team.

Myrto Uzuni (Albania)

Myrto Uzuni will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the White Eagles. Even though he has only scored a single goal in the ongoing FIFA World Cup qualifiers, the 30-year-old is still going to play a crucial part in the final third for the Albania national football team.

Match Facts

• Poland are undefeated in their last five fixtures.
• Albania have won four of their last five matches.
• The Kuqezinjtë have only won one of their last five games against the White Eagles.

Poland vs Albania: Betting Tips and Odds

• Poland to win @7/10 Coral
• Robert Lewandowski to score @11/8 SkyBet
• Goals over 3.5 @19/5 Paddy Power

Injury and Team News

All of the selected squad members for both Poland and Albania are fit to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 15

Poland won: 10

Albania won: 2

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

Poland predicted lineup (5-4-1)

Dragowski (GK); Cash, Wisniewski, Kedziora, Kiwior, Skoras; Kaminski, Slisz, Zielinski, Zalewski; Lewandowski

Albania predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Strakosha (GK); Hysaj, Ismajli, Djimsiti, Pilo; Laci, Asllani, Ramadani; Bajrami, Uzuni, Hoxha

Match Prediction

The White Eagles will be looking to control the game from the beginning, making things tougher for the visitors. The Poland national football team are likely to come out on top and secure a win against the Albania national football team in their upcoming FIFA World Cup European qualifiers clash.

Prediction: Poland 3-1 Albania

Telecast Details

India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK: Prime Video UK

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

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