TIRANA, November 11 – The Albania U-19 national team has started preparations for the first round of qualifiers for the 2026 UEFA European Under-19 Championship.

Coach Julian Ahmataj called up 20 of the most promising players for this critical stage, with the team aiming to top Group B5. Albania will face Ukraine, Slovakia, and Montenegro. All matches will be played in Albania at the “Niko Dovana” and “Arena Egnatia” stadiums.

The schedule:

12 November, 14:00: Albania vs. Ukraine, “Niko Dovana”, Durrës

15 November, 14:00: Albania vs. Slovakia, “Niko Dovana”, Durrës

18 November, 14:00: Albania vs. Montenegro, “Niko Dovana”, Durrës

Albania U-19 Squad

Goalkeepers: Alain Taho, Raffaele Huli

Defenders: Samuele Sina, Davide Avdullari, Yoni El Malem, Kris Gecaj, Leon Sylejmani, Ramiz Ndoj, Lucas Cekrezi, Rikardo Sheji

Midfielders: Mattia Huqi, Ergis Arifi, Serxho Vogli, Oliver Blini, Matteo Dashi, Bjorni Duka

Forwards: Gabriel Kulla, Briajan Gjyla, Arman Durmisi, Tedi Malaj

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