FIFA congratulated the Albania national team today. The team won 1-0 in Andorra last night. This result secured Albania a place in the 2026 World Cup play-offs for the first time.

Albania earned its play-off spot thanks to the narrow victory in Andorra. In addition, Serbia lost to England, which helped Albania qualify, FIFA noted.

The first major chance of the match came when captain Berat Gjimshiti hit the crossbar with a header near the end of the first half. Later, Albania finally scored. Myrto Uzuni passed the ball to Kristjan Asllani, who scored with his right foot to secure the crucial points, FIFA reported.

Next, Albania will face England on November 16 at 18:00 at the Air Albania Stadium. This will be the final match of Group K in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

England has already secured first place in the group. Meanwhile, Albania will fight in the play-offs for a spot in the 2026 World Cup.

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