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Albania risks World Cup, draws 1-1 against Latvia

Politiko 2025-06-10 22:53:23

Albania risks World Cup, draws 1-1 against Latvia

Albania has reduced its chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, after drawing 1-1 with Latvia tonight.

The match started with a lot of intensity, as in the 21st minute, Thoma Strakosha emerged as the hero, waiting for Ikaniek's penalty.

Eight minutes later, Rey Manaj scored against Latvia.

Meanwhile, the Latvians did not stop for a minute, seeking an equalizer, and it happened in the 45th+4th minute when Antonijs Cernomordijs scored.

With this draw, Albania moves to five points out of 12 in total and is risking qualification for the World Cup.

England continues as the leader with nine points, Albania with four less, Serbia and Latvia with four each and Andorra still without points.

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