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Dilemma in defense and attack, here's how Albania is expected to play. Stojkovic can trust the winning formation

2025-06-07 09:20:47 / SPORT ALFA PRESS

Dilemma in defense and attack, here's how Albania is expected to play.
A day before the long-awaited match against Serbia, the Albanian National Team held its final training session yesterday at the “Air Albania” stadium. Under the guidance of coach Silvinjo, the team was in full formation, without any absences or physical concerns, which brought calm and security to the red and black camp. The training session began with a short meeting in midfield, where the Brazilian coach spoke calmly to the players, giving final instructions.

At one particular moment, Silvinjo was seen humorously "teasing" Jasir Asani, adding positivity to the group. The rest of the session continued normally, with moderate intensity and a focus on tactical schemes. The atmosphere in the red and black camp was very positive. The players appeared focused, but also relaxed, showing that they are ready for a match that has great weight, both sportingly and emotionally.

Meanwhile, before Albania, in the same stadium, but on the left side of the field, the Serbian national team has also completed its final training. The Serbs have also prepared quietly, avoiding any contact or interaction with the Albanian side, in a professional and controlled atmosphere. The match will be played tonight at “Air Albania” and is expected with extraordinary interest by the fans.

FORMATION-  The most delicate part of all the preparations for the challenge against Serbia remains the choice of the starting lineup. Who will be the 11 "fighters" who will descend on the "Air Albania" field tonight? A question that still has no final answer, since although Silvinjo has tested several schemes during training, everything can change at the last moment. What seems certain is the presence of Thomas Strakosha between the posts.

Dilemma in defense and attack, here's how Albania is expected to play.
In defense, Gjimshiti, Mitaj and Balliu are expected to be the names that start from the first minute, while an interesting run-off takes place for the last place between Ismajli, Ajeti and Kumbulla. The midfield remains another department with dilemmas. Nedim Bajrami is being seen as a serious alternative to start from the first minute in the role of offensive midfielder, instead of Qazim Laçi. Meanwhile, Asllani and Ramadani are at an advantage compared to names like Shehu, Pajaziti or Berisha.

If the coach decides to move Bajram to the center, then Hoxha and Asani will be seen on the wings of the midfield, with the latter expected to return to the starting 11. As for the attack, because Rei Manaj has not been in optimal form during the preparations, Armando Broja is closer to starting as a starter at the top of the offensive department. However, the final decisions will be made only a few hours before the match. Until then, every scheme remains open, while the eyes are on Silvinjo to decide the 11 that will seek to write history.

SERBIA-  Meanwhile, on the other hand, Serbia is expected to start with Petrovic in goal, in the absence of first-choice goalkeeper Rajkovic. While the defense trio could be Erakovic, Milenkovic and Pavlovic. As for the midfield, Zivkovic, Goodell, Maksimovic and Tervic. On offense, Stojkovic could start with Samardzic, Lukic and a striker between Mitrovic or Vlahovic. Not forgetting Luka Jovic, who is a strong candidate from the first minute./ PANORAMASPORT.AL

Dilemma in defense and attack, here's how Albania is expected to play.

 

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