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Albania-Serbia clash ends goalless, Manaj misses 'golden' chance

Albania-Serbia clash ends goalless, Manaj misses 'golden' chance

The Albania-Serbia match, which was played at the 'Air Albania' stadium in Tirana, ended goalless. 

Despite numerous chances created in 96 minutes of play, the Rossoneri were unable to get the three points. 

 Rey Manaj had the best chance at the end of the first half, but the striker missed from the penalty spot, after Hysaj won the 11-meter penalty. There were other chances, with Broja and Bajram also coming close to the advantage, but they missed in the final meters.

This is the first draw for Albania in Group K, after a win and a loss in the first two matches. After three matches, the Rossoneri hold second place with four points, five less than leaders England. For the Serbs, this was their first qualifying match and they are ranked fourth with one point.

The next challenge for Albania is a trip to Latvia. 

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