TIRANA, January 22 – Albania’s U-21 national team will play an international friendly against Japan U-21 on March 27, 2026.

The Albanian Football Federation reached an agreement with the Japan Football Association to hold the match in Antalya, Turkey. The kickoff time and stadium will be announced in the coming days.

In addition, the Albanian Football Federation continues discussions to secure another friendly for the U-21 team during March.

Until the 2027 U-21 European Championship, the team will play only friendly matches. Albania qualifies automatically as one of the host countries.

These friendlies are important for coach Alban Bushi and his technical staff. They provide a chance to evaluate players, consolidate the squad, and test new elements ahead of the 2027 U-21 European Championship.

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