Match report
Albania Secures Narrow Win Over Andorra in World Cup Qualification
Andorra
0–1
FT
Albania
Nov 13, 2025
In a closely contested World Cup Qualification match, Albania managed to secure a 1-0 victory over Andorra, thanks to a goal by Kristjan Asllani in the 67th minute. Andorra, despite showing determination, could not find an equalizer, leaving them frustrated at the final whistle.
Key Facts
- • Albania's goal was scored by Kristjan Asllani at the 67th minute, assisted by M. Uzuni.
- • Arlind Ajeti of Albania received a yellow card for a foul in the 55th minute.
- • Andorra's Éric Izquierdo received a yellow card for persistent fouling in the 39th minute.
- • Albania made multiple substitutions, including A. Broja and Qazim Laci in the 59th and 60th minutes respectively.
- • Andorra's G. López received a yellow card for a foul in the 81st minute.
Lineups
Andorra
Starting XI
- 12 A. Ruiz (G)
- 23 B. Borra Font (D)
- 5 M. Llovera (D)
- 22 I. Oliveira (D)
- 15 M. San Nicolas (D)
- 14 A. Rodrigo Tapia (M)
- 16 E. Izquierdo (M)
- 3 P. Babot (M)
- 17 J. Cervos (M)
- 10 G. Lopez (F)
- 19 B. Rosas (F)
Substitutes
- 1 Josep Antoni
- 13 Xisco Pires
- 2 Dacu
- 4 M. Rebes
- 6 E. de Pablos
- 7 O. Remolins
- 8 H. Ferreira Silva
- 9 Cucu
- 11 S. Moreno
- 18 J. Rubio
- 20 J. Teixeira
- 21 M. Garcia
Albania
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 T. Strakosha (G)
- 4 E. Hysaj (D)
- 5 A. Ajeti (D)
- 6 B. Djimsiti (D)
- 3 M. Mitaj (D)
- 15 J. Shehu (M)
- 8 K. Asllani (M)
- 22 A. Broja (M)
- 14 Q. Laci (M)
- 21 A. Hoxha (M)
- 7 R. Manaj (F)
Substitutes
- 12 M. Dajsinani
- 23 S. Simoni
- 2 I. Balliu
- 9 J. Asani
- 10 N. Bajrami
- 11 M. Uzuni
- 13 I. Tuci
- 16 M. Berisha
- 17 N. Aliji
- 18 A. Ismajli
- 19 M. Daku
- 20 Y. Ramadani
Timeline
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39' Andorra Card · Yellow CardÉric Izquierdo
Persistent fouling
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55' Albania Card · Yellow CardArlind Ajeti
Foul
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59' Albania subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Broja · On: M. Uzuni
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60' Albania subst · Substitution 2Off: Qazim Laci · On: N. Bajrami
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67' Albania Goal · Normal GoalKristjan Asllani · Assist: M. Uzuni
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69' Andorra subst · Substitution 1Off: Albert Rosas · On: Cucu
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69' Andorra subst · Substitution 2Off: Éric Izquierdo · On: João Teixeira
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75' Andorra Card · Yellow CardA. Rodrigo Tapia
Foul
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77' Albania subst · Substitution 3Off: R. Manaj · On: I. Tuci
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81' Andorra Card · Yellow CardG. López
Foul
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82' Albania Card · Yellow CardN. Bajrami
Time wasting
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86' Andorra subst · Substitution 3Off: M. San Nicolas · On: O. Remolins
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86' Andorra subst · Substitution 4Off: Pau Babot · On: H. Ferreira Silva
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86' Andorra subst · Substitution 5Off: G. López · On: Sergi Moreno
Match Stats
| Stat | Andorra | Albania |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 18 | 7 |
| Pass Accuracy | 76% | 91% |
| Offsides | 2 | 2 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 3 | 12 |
| Corners | 1 | 3 |
| Total Passes | 328 | 643 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 5 |
| Shots on Target | 0 | 2 |
| xG | 0.07 | 0.84 |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 5 |
| Possession | 34% | 66% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 249 | 582 |
| Shots Inside Box | 0 | 9 |
| Saves | 1 | 0 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Albania's goal by Kristjan Asllani at the 67th minute shifted the momentum of the match, breaking Andorra's resistance and securing a crucial lead.
- ▸ Andorra's multiple substitutions in the latter stages of the match, including M. San Nicolas and Pau Babot, aimed to turn the tide but ultimately fell short.