Albania vs Spain Preview, Prediction, Lineups and Team News | Euro 2024

Preview

• Tournament: Euro 2024
• Date: Monday, June 24
• Kick-off Time: 08:00 pm GMT
• Venue: Merkur Spiel-Arena, Germany

Albania national football team will go head-to-head in their second game of the Euro 2024 campaign when they take on the Spain national football team in their second Group B game at the Merkur Spiel-Arena. Spain are expected to secure an easy win against the Eagles.

Albania national football team will aim for a positive outcome on Saturday against a side that has managed to progress to the next round of the competition. Sylvinho’s side men have a huge job on their hands to avoid an early exit despite not having a squad full of talent like their rivals. Spain have a 100% record against the struggling Albania side who made their second European Championship appearance this summer since gaining independence.

Meanwhile, the Spain national football team have secured a 1-0 win over Italy in their last game confirming their spot in the knockout rounds of the competition. The three-time champions will be hoping to add their fourth continental crown to their collection in Germany this summer.

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Albania vs Spain Team News

Albania national football team news

Albania, on the other hand, is presently led by manager Sylvinho. Albania forward Jasir Asani is a major doubt with his ankle issue. Sivasspor forward Rey Manaj is knocking the door for a start in this game.

Spain national football team news

Spain, on the other hand, will name an unchanged lineup after coming unscathed from their last game against Italy. Nacho is still recovering from his muscular injury and Aymeric Laporte is expected to come in for the Real Madrid star. Manchester City midfielder Rodri will be banned for Albania after becoming the first player to pick up a yellow card in two successive games.

Predicted Lineups

Albania national football team Predicted lineup:

Strakosha; Hysaj, Ajeti, Djimsiti, Mitaj; Asllani, Ramadani; Laci, Bajrami, Hoxha; Broja

Spain national football team Predicted lineup:

Simon; Carvajal, Le Normand, Laporte, Cucurella; Pedri, Zubimendi, Ruiz; Yamal, Morata, Williams

Head-to-Head

The two sides have faced off eight times in the past, with Spain winning every one of those games.

Last five results:

Spain 2-1 Albania – International Friendly – March 26, 2022
Spain 3-0 Albania – FIFA World Cup – October 6, 2017
Albania 0-2 Spain – FIFA World Cup – October 9, 2016
Albania 1-5 Spain – FIFA World Cup – September 22, 1993
Spain 3-0 Albania – FIFA World Cup – April 22, 1992

Key Players to Watch out for

Nico Williams

The Athletic Bilbao striker is one of the youngest names on the Albania national football team sheet. In his first two matches, Williams has produced a sublime performance for Spain. The 21-year-old attacker is once again at the centre of transfer speculation and has been discussed as a potential target for Arne Slot’s Liverpool.

Nedim Bajrami

The Sassuolo striker scored the fastest goal in the history of European Championships in Albania’s clash agains Italy. Bajrami found the back of the net in just 23 seconds at the Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund, Germany. He was born in Switzerland but switched his allegiance to Albania in 2021. Last season, Bajrami scored 10 ten goals in the Serie A.

Albania vs Spain Prediction

Albania national football team seemingly are not the favourites after picking up only one point in their last two games. The Eagles are playing in their second European Championship ever and are still with a chance of qualifying. They have a disastrous record with Spain in terms of head-to-head records.

Spain national football team, meanwhile, secured a well-fought 1-0 win over Italy in their second game of the Euro 2024 campaign. La Roja were tipped to top their group and progress to the knockout stages with ease. Now they have sealed qualification to the next round and can relax for their last group game against Albania.

Predicted Score: Albania 1-0 Spain 

Where to Watch Albania vs Spain Live?

Q. Where to watch Albania vs Spain live in India?

The Albania vs Spain game will be televised on Sony Network/SonyLiv.

Q. Where to watch Albania vs Spain live game in UK?

The game between Albania and Spain will be live on Channel 4 in UK.

Q. Where to watch Albania vs Spain in USA?

The match between Albania and Spain will be available on FOX Sports.

Q. Where to watch the Albania vs Spain game in Albania?

The Albania vs Spain will be live on TV Klan for Albania fans.

Q. Where to watch Albania vs Spain live in Spain?

The Albania vs Spain game will be available on TVE Spain for Spain fans.

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