Albania vs Finland: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Albania prepare to host Finland on November 12, 2026, with kick-off at 20:45, this EUROPE: UEFA Nations League C, Group Stage fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Albania, currently 1st in the standings with 9 points from 4 games, are close to the leaders with only 1 points separating them. They've earned 6 points from 2 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 3 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Finland, sitting 3rd with 7 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 3 points from 2 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between Albania and Finland have favored Finland, with Finland claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-2). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against San Marino, Albania recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a 3-4-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Dajsinani, Mitaj, Ismajli, Djimsiti, Pilo, Asllani, Shehu, Hysaj, Hoxha, Manaj, Muci. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.

Finland's last outing came against Belarus, where they secured a 0-1 defeat using a 4-3-3 system. Their starting XI featured Hradecky, Mahuta, Miettinen, Tenho, Lahteenmaki, Walta, Markhiev, Peltola, Valakari, Keskinen, Svanback. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

Looking ahead, Albania are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Albania and Finland are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Albania's fixtures have averaged 2.8 goals per game, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Finland's games average 2.8 goals, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 25% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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