The U-15 national girls’ team has begun its gathering in Tirana since Friday, in preparation for the “UEFA Development” tournament for this age group.

Under the guidance of coach Daniela Kodra, 20 players from the red and black team are conducting training sessions at the “House of Football.”

In a statement to fshf.org, Coach Kodra expressed her happiness at being entrusted with the role of head coach for the U-15 National Team and hopes that the team will achieve positive results in this tournament.

“I am very happy, and it is also a significant responsibility. I would like to thank the Football Federation for the trust they have placed in me, and I believe we will succeed in achieving something good and providing these girls with what they need: a boost to move forward and find the right path in football.”

Regarding the team, the Albanian coach expressed confidence in the players selected to represent Albania in this tournament and is pleased that they have chosen to play for the red and black colors.

“Our team consists of girls who play in the Albanian league as well as those who come from leagues outside Albania. We are happy to see how delighted they are with the call-up from the national team. This motivates us as a staff to work harder for them and give our best. I have confidence in this group. They are girls who know how to play football well and love the game. I believe we will get 100% from each of them.

Our goal is to present ourselves as best as we can, to have the best possible matches, and for the girls to enjoy the experience. For me, it is essential that the girls, upon returning home after this tournament, feel motivated and have a push to work harder, keeping this as a beautiful memory in their careers,” said Daniela Kodra to fshf.org.

Albania will play its first match on Monday against Kosovo at 15:00 at the House of Football.

On October 2, the red and black team will face Estonia, while on October 5, Albania will play its third and final match of the tournament against North Macedonia.

All matches will be held at the “House of Football.”

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