TIRANA, December 26 – Armand Duka, president of the Albanian Football Federation, said in an interview that Albania has a 25 percent chance to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The tournament will take place in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.

Duka said qualifying the national team is an ambitious goal. He explained it depends on continuous work and the team’s real potential.

He added, “We have a 25 percent probability. Four teams are at the same level. Each has a 25 percent chance. I have confidence in our team. This confidence is based on reality. The players on the field have every opportunity.”

When asked about the 2016 European Championship, Duka said, “The World Cup is different. It is harder to qualify. Only 16 teams from Europe reach the tournament. The level of football in Europe is very high.”

Duka said he will remain FSHF president as long as clubs and football academies support him. “I will continue while I have energy. I will continue as long as people want to work with me. I pay attention to feedback from clubs, coaches, and academies. If they want collaboration, I will continue,” he said.

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