
A list destined to create debate, both for the decisions to leave out some players, as well as for the debuts, or sensational comebacks made by coach Rolando Maran. The Italian announced the list for the four UEFA Nations League matches, with two debutants, comebacks to the team, but also the omission of Armando Broja, given that for 3 years the player has been a shadow of his former self.
National team coach Rolando Maran has released the list of 29 players for these challenges. The list also includes two names who receive their first call-up to the national team, Hearts midfielder Sabah Kerjota and Union Brescia defender Samuele Sina.
Meanwhile, Rey Manaj, Ernest Muçi and Marash Kumbulla return to the team after being absent due to injuries. Goalkeeper Etrit Berisha is also on the list, returning to be part of the national team group.
Full list of players recruited
Goalkeepers : Etrit Berisha, Alen Sherri, Mario Dajsinani and Simon Simoni.
Defenders : Berat Gjimshiti, Ardian Ismajli, Marash Kumbulla, Klisman Cake, Samuele Sina, Mario Mitaj, Naser Aliji, Stavro Pilo, Elseid Hysaj and Ivan Balliu.
Midfielders : Kristjan Asllani, Ylber Ramadani, Juljan Shehu, Qazim Laçi, Luis Hasa, Adrion Pajaziti, Arbër Hoxha, Taulant Seferi, Anis Mehmeti, Ernest Muçi and Sabah Kerjota.
Forwards : Rey Manaj, Mirlind Daku, Myrto Uzuni and Cristian Shpendi.
The Albanian national team will begin its new journey in the UEFA Nations League competition, with the first four matches against Belarus, Finland and San Marino, which it will face in two meetings. The Albanian national team officially begins the training camp on Monday, September 21, where it will train at the “House of Football”.
🇦🇱 The Red and Black squad for the four Nations League fixtures. 🔴⚫️ pic.twitter.com/hFVtwUib6I
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