Kosovo Football Team Profile: Stats & Performance Overview

Overview of Kosovo Football Team

The Kosovo national football team represents the country in international competitions. Competing primarily in UEFA, the team has been a member since 2016. The team plays its home games at the Fadil Vokrri Stadium in Pristina. Currently, the squad is managed by Bernard Challandes and competes in various regional and international tournaments.

Team History and Achievements

Kosovo’s journey to FIFA membership was marked by significant milestones, including their first official match against Latvia in 2016. While they have yet to secure major titles, their participation in European qualifiers and friendly matches showcases their growing presence on the international stage.

Current Squad and Key Players

The Kosovo squad features several standout players, including goalkeeper Samir Ujkani and forward Amir Rrahmani. These key players contribute significantly to the team’s performance with their skills and experience.

Key Players

Samir Ujkani – Goalkeeper (Club: ACF Fiorentina)
Amir Rrahmani – Defender (Club: Napoli)
Blerim Džemaili – Midfielder (Club: FC Lugano)

Team Playing Style and Tactics

Kosovo employs a 4-3-3 formation, focusing on a balanced approach between defense and attack. Their strategy emphasizes solid defensive lines coupled with quick counter-attacks.

Strengths & Weaknesses

✅ Strengths: Strong defensive setup, effective counter-attacks.
❌ Weaknesses: Inconsistency in offensive play.

Interesting Facts & Unique Traits

The team is affectionately known as “The Eagles of Rugova,” with a passionate fanbase that supports them fervently. Rivalries with neighboring countries add an extra layer of excitement to their matches.

Nicknames & Fanbase

Nickname: The Eagles of Rugova
Fanbase: Known for their enthusiastic support during matches.

List & Rankings of Players, Stats, or Performance Metrics

Kosovo’s players are ranked based on performance metrics such as goals scored, assists, and clean sheets maintained by goalkeepers.

✅ Top Performer: Blerim Džemaili – Midfielder (Assists)
❌ Player to Watch:: Shkëlzen Gashi – Forward (Goals)
🎰 Rising Star:: Milot Rashica – Attacker (Potential)
💡 Key Stat:: Samir Ujkani – Most Clean Sheets (Goalkeeper)

Comparisons with Other Teams in the League or Division

Kosovo often faces competitive teams within its region. Compared to teams like Albania and Macedonia, Kosovo shows promise but still needs more consistency to climb higher rankings.

Case Studies or Notable Matches

A breakthrough game for Kosovo was their victory over Liechtenstein in 2019 during UEFA Nations League play, marking a significant achievement for the team.

Tables Summarizing Team Stats, Recent Form, Head-to-Head Records or Odds

*Odds are subject to change based on market conditions.

Tournament/Matchup	Last 5 Games Record
Nations League Qualifiers vs Albania	L-W-D-W-L
Nations League Qualifiers vs Montenegro	D-D-W-L-L
Odds Overview*
Nations League Matchup vs Albania	+150 / +200 / +250