Albania national youth football team
Albania has the following national youth football teams:
- Albania national under-23 football team
- Albania national under-21 football team
- Albania national under-20 football team
- Albania national under-19 football team
- Albania national under-18 football team
- Albania national under-17 football team
- Albania national under-16 football team
- Albania national under-15 football team
Nickname(s) | Kuq e Zinjtë (The Red and Blacks) Shqiponjat (The Eagles) | |||
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Association | Federata Shqiptare e Futbollit – FSHF (Albanian Football Association) | |||
Confederation | UEFA (Europe) | |||
Head coach | Various | |||
Captain | Various | |||
Home stadium | Elbasan Arena Loro Boriçi Stadium | |||
FIFA code | ALB | |||
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The Albania national youth football team are the national under-23, under-21, under-20, under-19, under-18, under-17 and under-16 football teams of Albania and are controlled by the Albanian Football Association. The youth teams of Albania participate in tournaments sanctioned by both FIFA and UEFA and also participates in world, regional, and local international tournaments. Youth international campaigns normally begin in August and end in the following July.
The Albania national under-23 football team represents Albania in international football at this age level and is controlled by Albanian Football Association, the governing body for football in Albania. The team competed in the UEFA European Under-23 Championship & Balkan Youth Championship, but after the rule change in 1975s, the event had an age limit of 21.
The Albania national under-21 football team competes in the UEFA European Under-21 Championship, which is held every two years.
The Albania national under-20 football team is often cited as a feeder squad to the under-21 squad. Most of the player picked for this team became U-21 internationals. Because there is no under-20 competition at UEFA level, Albania's under-20 side generally only competes when it qualified for the FIFA U-20 World Cup, which is held every 2 years. Qualification for this competition is achieved in view of performance at the preceding summer's UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship. Albania have never played a game with the U-20 squad and the team was only formed after an invitation to play in 2009 Mediterranean Games in Pescara, Italy. Then they participated also in the 2013 Mediterranean Games in Mersin, Turkey.
The Albania national under-19 football team competes at this age level in the UEFA European Under-19 Football Championship, as well as any other under-19 international football tournaments. Before 2002, the event was classified as a U-18 tournament and at this level Albania competed with the Albania national under-18 football team, which it only plays in the friendly matches, recently against Italy on 19 May 2011, when they last played a match.
The Albania national under-17 football team competes in the FIFA U-17 World Cup and the UEFA European Under-17 Football Championship, as well as any other under-17 international football tournaments. Before 2002, the event was classified as a U-16 tournament and at this level Albania competed with the Albania national under-16 football team, which it only plays in the friendly matches.
The Albania national under-15 football team founded in 2009 competes in Youth Olympic Games.
Albania national under-21 squad
Current squad
COACH: Alban Bushi
The following players were called up for the 2019 UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualification match against Northern Ireland U21 on 10 November 2017.[1]
Caps and goals as of 10 November 2017
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
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1 | GK | Gentian Selmani | 9 March 1998 | 5 | 0 | Laçi |
12 | GK | Elhan Kastrati | 2 February 1997 | 0 | 0 | Teuta Durrës |
5 | DF | Ardit Toli | 12 July 1997 | 5 | 0 | AO Chania Kissamikos |
4 | DF | Shaqir Tafa | 14 November 1998 | 5 | 0 | Monopoli |
3 | DF | Irlian Ceka | 3 March 1998 | 5 | 0 | Sambenedettese |
22 | DF | Albi Doka | 26 June 1997 | 5 | 0 | Tirana |
17 | DF | Bardhec Bytyqi | 8 January 1997 | 1 | 0 | AaB |
20 | DF | Arijan Qollaku | 4 February 1997 | 0 | 0 | Grasshopper |
7 | MF | Qazim Laçi | 19 January 1996 | 13 | 1 | Ajaccio |
10 | MF | Endri Çekiçi (Vice-captain) | 23 November 1996 | 12 | 1 | Dinamo Zagreb |
8 | MF | Keidi Bare (Captain) | 28 August 1997 | 10 | 0 | Atlético Madrid |
6 | MF | Ylber Ramadani | 12 April 1996 | 5 | 1 | Vejle Boldklub |
11 | MF | Kristal Abazaj | 6 July 1996 | 5 | 2 | Luftëtari Gjirokastër |
16 | MF | Ardit Krymi | 2 May 1996 | 3 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër |
21 | MF | Emanuele Ndoj | 20 November 1996 | 3 | 0 | Brescia |
18 | MF | Agim Zeka | 6 September 1998 | 2 | 0 | Varzim |
9 | FW | Rubin Hebaj | 30 July 1998 | 4 | 0 | Domžale |
15 | FW | Valdrin Mustafa | 11 March 1998 | 4 | 0 | FC Kaiserslautern |
Recent call-ups
Following players have been called up in the previous 12 months and are still eligible to represent Under 21 team.
Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club | Latest call-up |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GK | Mario Dajsinani | 23 December 1998 | 0 | 0 | Erzeni Shijak | v. Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE |
GK | Jorgo Muça | 18 February 1998 | 0 | 0 | PAOK | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
DF | Leonardo Maloku | 18 May 1998 | 3 | 0 | Santarcangelo | v. Iceland, 10 November 2017 PRE |
DF | Enea Mihaj | 5 July 1998 | 1 | 0 | Panetolikos | v. Iceland, 10 October 2017 |
DF | Marlind Nuriu | 5 July 1997 | 0 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | v. Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE |
DF | Amer Duka | 21 January 1999 | 0 | 0 | Laçi | v. Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE |
DF | Kristian Bushaj | 6 April 1999 | 0 | 0 | Panionios | v. Iceland, 4 September 2017 |
DF | Ymer Shaba | 21 July 1998 | 0 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
DF | Elis Doksani | 5 July 1998 | 0 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
DF | Rei Nuriu | 16 October 1998 | 0 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
DF | Briland Ahmeti | 1 March 1998 | 0 | 0 | Akademia e Futbollit | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
DF | Mario Teqja | 20 May 1996 | 0 | 0 | Erzeni Shijak | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
DF | Armenis Kukaj | 11 August 1997 | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
DF | Patrik Punavija | 17 April 1998 | 0 | 0 | Tirana | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
DF | Ervis Koçi | 22 June 1998 | 0 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
DF | Arlind Amidi | 15 March 1997 | 0 | 0 | Balzers | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
DF | Laurant Sadiki | 24 September 1997 | 0 | 0 | Köniz | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
DF | Idriz Voca MOV | 15 May 1997 | 0 | 0 | Luzern | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
MF | Sherif Kallaku | 1 March 1998 | 1 | 0 | Laçi | v. Iceland, 10 November 2017 PRE |
MF | Marlon Marishta | 11 June 2000 | 0 | 0 | Home Farm | v. Iceland, 10 November 2017 PRE |
MF | Jurgen Bardhi | 6 November 1997 | 3 | 0 | Partizani Tirana | v. Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE |
MF | Elvir Maloku | 14 May 1996 | 0 | 0 | AEK Larnaca | v. Iceland, 4 September 2017 |
MF | Taulant Seferi | 15 November 1996 | 1 | 0 | Young Boys | v. Estonia, 12 June 2017 |
MF | Federico Zenuni | 19 January 1997 | 0 | 0 | Viterbese Castrense | v. Estonia, 12 June 2017 PRE |
MF | Regi Lushkja | 17 May 1996 | 0 | 0 | Laçi | v. Estonia, 12 June 2017 PRE |
MF | Marco Hoxha | 22 September 1998 | 0 | 0 | ArzignanoChiampo | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Jurgen Vrapi | 14 November 1998 | 0 | 0 | Tirana | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Majkel Peçi | 29 August 1996 | 0 | 0 | Korabi Peshkopi | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Rei Qilimi | 10 June 1996 | 0 | 0 | Tirana | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Erli Çupi | 3 February 1997 | 0 | 0 | Kukësi | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Anxhelo Mumajesi | 28 March 1997 | 0 | 0 | Kamza | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Mikel Hoxha | 24 May 1997 | 0 | 0 | Besa Kavajë | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Albi Koldashi | 6 July 1997 | 0 | 0 | Kukësi | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Silvio Zogaj | 25 July 1997 | 0 | 0 | Luftëtari Gjirokastër | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Egli Kaja | 26 July 1997 | 0 | 0 | AFC Wimbledon | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Endi Brahimi | 2 January 1998 | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Arber Basha | 13 January 1998 | 0 | 0 | Kamza | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Alain Cano | 5 July 1998 | 0 | 0 | Lama | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Juljan Shehu | 6 September 1998 | 0 | 0 | Paniliakos | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Kevin Xhafa | 1 March 1999 | 0 | 0 | Akademia e Futbollit | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
MF | Ardit Deliu | 26 October 1997 | 0 | 0 | Hajduk Split | v. Moldova, 27 March 2017 |
MF | Nazmi Gripshi | 5 July 1997 | 0 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë | v. Moldova, 27 March 2017 |
MF | Emir Sahiti | 29 November 1998 | 0 | 0 | Unattached | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
MF | Fabio Sakaj | 2 February 1998 | 0 | 0 | Racing Fondi | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
MF | Romeo Shahinas | 25 February 1996 | 0 | 0 | Unattached | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
MF | Amarildo Gjoka | 3 June 1997 | 0 | 0 | Oudenaarde | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
MF | Heroid Gjoshi | 18 May 1997 | 0 | 0 | Wil | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
MF | Alfred Ajdarević | 20 June 1998 | 0 | 0 | Örebro | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
FW | Grent Halili | 24 May 1998 | 0 | 0 | Tirana | v. Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE |
FW | Fiorin Durmishaj | 14 November 1996 | 5 | 1 | Panionios | v. Iceland, 10 October 2017INJ |
FW | Franc Bakalli | 15 April 1997 | 0 | 0 | Viitorul Domnești | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
FW | Marko Çema | 16 January 1998 | 0 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
FW | Blerim Krasniqi | 5 July 1996 | 0 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
FW | Kristjan Prendi | 13 October 1997 | 0 | 0 | Korabi Peshkopi | Gathering between 14–17 May 2017 |
FW | Gerbi Gjepali | 26 May 1998 | 0 | 0 | Montecatini | v. Moldova, 27 March 2017 |
FW | Olger Merkaj | 23 July 1997 | 0 | 0 | Chieri | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
FW | Arian Kabashi | 14 March 1997 | 0 | 0 | IF Elfsborg | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
FW | Çlirim Shabani | 16 June 1998 | 0 | 0 | Luzern | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017 |
- INJ = Withdrew due to the injury.
- MOV = Withdrew to play for Kosovo.
Coaching staff
Current coaching staff:[2]
Position | Name |
---|---|
Head coach | Alban Bushi |
Assistant coach | Arjan Bellaj |
Goalkeeping coach | Alfred Osmani |
Athletic coach | Iris Selimi |
Team doctor | Erald Derveni |
Physiotherapists | Gledi Rexha |
Physiotherapists | Edison Koçi |
Base materials | Roland Rarani |
Albania national under-20 squad
COACH: Alban Bushi
The following players were called up for the double friendly match against Azerbaijan on 21 & 26 January 2018.[3]
Caps and goals as of 14 November 2017
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
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GK | Klevis Hasanbelli | 30 June 1997 | 0 | 0 | Kukësi | |
GK | Jorgo Muça | 18 February 1998 | 0 | 0 | PAOK | |
DF | Shaqir Tafa (Captain) | 14 November 1998 | 1 | 0 | Monopoli | |
DF | Leonardo Maloku | 18 May 1998 | 1 | 0 | Santarcangelo | |
DF | Kristian Bushaj | 6 April 1999 | 1 | 0 | Panionios | |
DF | Rei Nuriu | 16 October 1998 | 1 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | |
DF | David Domgjoni | 21 May 1997 | 0 | 0 | Liria Prizren | |
DF | Ymer Shaba | 21 July 1998 | 0 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | |
DF | Arbnor Mucolli | 15 September 1999 | 0 | 0 | Vejle Boldklub | |
MF | Arber Basha | 13 January 1998 | 1 | 0 | Kamza | |
MF | Nazmi Gripshi | 5 July 1997 | 0 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë | |
MF | Fabio Sakaj | 2 February 1998 | 0 | 0 | Racing Fondi | |
MF | Anxhelo Mumajesi | 28 March 1997 | 0 | 0 | Kamza | |
MF | Xhonatan Lajthia | 1 February 1999 | 0 | 0 | Teuta Durrës | |
MF | Glejdis Ndraxhi | 8 May 1998 | 0 | 0 | SV Arminia Hannover | |
MF | Dionis Çikani | 10 March 1999 | 0 | 0 | Torre Levante | |
MF | Brajan Tola | 9 July 1997 | 0 | 0 | Korabi Peshkopi | |
MF | Belajdi Pusi | 23 January 1998 | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër | |
MF | Klevis Përkeqi | 6 March 1998 | 0 | 0 | Partizani Tirana | |
MF | Kevin Cela | 20 May 1998 | 0 | 0 | Xanthi | |
MF | Erjon Dragoj | 6 September 1999 | 0 | 0 | Laçi | |
MF | Erisildo Smaci | 15 July 1998 | 0 | 0 | Laçi |
Recent call-ups
The following players have been called up for Albania U20 squad within the past 12 months.
Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club | Latest call-up |
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GK | Mario Dajsinani | 23 December 1998 | 1 | 0 | Erzeni Shijak | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
GK | Angelo Tafa | 5 July 2000 | 1 | 0 | AEK Athens | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
GK | Gentian Selmani | 9 March 1998 | 0 | 0 | Laçi | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 PRE |
DF | Irlian Ceka | 3 March 1998 | 1 | 0 | Sambenedettese | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
DF | Amer Duka | 21 January 1999 | 1 | 0 | Laçi | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
DF | Ded Bushi | 2 October 1998 | 1 | 0 | Laçi | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
MF | Agim Zeka | 6 September 1998 | 1 | 0 | Varzim | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
MF | Emir Sahiti | 29 November 1998 | 1 | 0 | Unattached | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
MF | Agon Mucolli | 26 September 1998 | 1 | 0 | Vejle Boldklub | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
MF | Marco Hoxha | 22 September 1998 | 1 | 0 | ArzignanoChiampo | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
MF | Marlon Marishta | 11 June 2000 | 1 | 0 | Home Farm | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
MF | Sherif Kallaku | 1 March 1998 | 0 | 0 | Laçi | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 PRE |
MF | Aleksandro Zaimaj | 19 January 1998 | 0 | 0 | PAE Kerkyra | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 PRE |
FW | Valdrin Mustafa | 11 March 1998 | 1 | 0 | FC Kaiserslautern | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
FW | Rubin Hebaj | 30 July 1998 | 1 | 0 | Domžale | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
FW | Armend Aslani | 23 June 1998 | 1 | 0 | Akademisk Boldklub | v. Georgia, 14 November 2017 |
- Notes
- INJ Withdrew due to injury
- PRE Preliminary squad / standby
- RET Retired from international football
- SUS Suspended from national team
Coaching staff
Current coaching staff:[4]
Position | Name |
---|---|
Head coach | Alban Bushi |
Assistant coach | Arjan Bellaj |
Goalkeeping coach | Alfred Osmani |
Athletic coach | Iris Selimi |
Team doctor | Erald Derveni |
Physiotherapists | Gledi Rexha |
Physiotherapists | Edison Koçi |
Base materials | Roland Rarani |
Albania national under-19 squad
Current squad
COACH: Erjon Bogdani
The following players were called up to participate in the 2018 UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualification from 4–10 October 2017.[5]
Caps and goals as of 10 October 2017
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
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1 | GK | Pano Qirko | 26 June 1999 | 3 | 0 | Flamurtari Vlorë |
12 | GK | Angelo Tafa | 5 July 2000 | 1 | 0 | AEK Athens |
15 | DF | Marash Kumbulla | 8 February 2000 | 3 | 0 | Hellas Verona |
3 | DF | Sadik Cela | 31 March 1999 | 3 | 0 | Panlefkadios |
5 | DF | Kleto Gjura | 1 January 1999 | 3 | 0 | Alessandria |
4 | DF | Stefan Abara | 4 August 1999 | 2 | 0 | Olympiacos |
2 | DF | Marjan Gurini | 10 March 1999 | 1 | 0 | Rezzato |
14 | DF | Kristian Bushaj | 6 April 1999 | 0 | 0 | Panionios |
13 | DF | Enes Isufi | 14 July 2000 | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër |
19 | MF | Kleandro Lleshi | 9 October 1999 | 6 | 0 | Leganés B |
11 | MF | Elvi Berisha | 2 March 1999 | 4 | 0 | Leganés B |
6 | MF | Rezart Rama (Captain) | 4 December 2000 | 3 | 0 | Olympiacos |
7 | MF | Armand Rada | 10 January 1999 | 3 | 0 | Internazionale |
20 | MF | Rimal Haxhiu | 4 March 1999 | 3 | 0 | Partizani Tirana |
8 | MF | Erald Lakti | 6 June 2000 | 2 | 0 | Fiorentina |
17 | MF | Andreas Gkertsos | 9 February 2000 | 2 | 0 | Udinese |
16 | MF | Alessio Hysaj | 1 December 1999 | 0 | 0 | Mattera |
9 | FW | Klajdi Burba | 1 December 1999 | 3 | 1 | Viking |
10 | FW | Isuf Myrteza | 21 January 1999 | 3 | 0 | Legnano |
18 | FW | Michelangelo Metolli | 1 December 1999 | 2 | 0 | Arezzo |
Recent call-ups
Following are listed players called up in the previous 12 months that are still eligible to represent Under 19 team.
Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club | Latest call-up | ||
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GK | Arlis Shala | 26 July 2000 | 0 | 0 | Teuta Durrës | 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE | ||
GK | Marco Alia | 26 April 2000 | 0 | 0 | Lazio | v. Romania, 3 March 2017 | ||
GK | Ferat Jusufi | 3 February 1999 | 0 | 0 | Roccella | v. Romania, 3 March 2017 | ||
DF | Franz Pjetri | 21 April 2000 | 0 | 0 | Udinese | 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE | ||
DF | Masimiliano Doda | 17 November 2000 | 0 | 0 | Sampdoria | 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE | ||
DF | Sehadin Arapi | 3 January 1999 | 0 | 0 | Matelica | v. Georgia, 1 September 2017 | ||
DF | Dario Isaraj | 6 September 1999 | 0 | 0 | Kallithea | v. Georgia, 1 September 2017 | ||
DF | Amer Duka | 21 January 1999 | 1 | 0 | Akademia e Futbollit | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
DF | Igli Doko | 18 January 1999 | 0 | 0 | Panathinaikos | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
DF | Klisman Cake | 2 May 1999 | 0 | 0 | Tirana | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
DF | Franci Lala | 11 July 1999 | 0 | 0 | Partizani Tirana | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
DF | Senad Hysenaj | 17 October 2000 | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
DF | Kevin Deda | 23 June 1999 | 0 | 0 | Unattached | v. Romania, 3 March 2017 | ||
MF | Fabian Blakçori | 27 April 2000 | 0 | 0 | Internacional Tirana | 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE | ||
MF | Kristian Koçi | 1 January 2000 | 0 | 0 | Gubbio | v. Georgia, 1 September 2017 | ||
MF | Marlon Marishta | 11 June 2000 | 0 | 0 | Home Farm | v. Georgia, 1 September 2017 | ||
MF | Denis Xhuveli | 0 | 0 | v. Georgia, 1 September 2017 | ||||
MF | Xhonatan Lajthia | 1 February 1999 | 3 | 0 | Teuta Durrës | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Sokol Ymeraj | 13 March 1999 | 0 | 0 | Internacional Tirana | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Dean Liço | 8 February 2000 | 0 | 0 | Leganés B | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Dionis Çikani | 10 March 1999 | 0 | 0 | Torre Levante | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Dorian Zhuri | 9 October 2000 | 0 | 0 | Toulouse | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Leonardo Nallbani | 17 June 1999 | 0 | 0 | Nancy | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Jon Mersinaj | 8 February 1999 | 0 | 0 | Lokomotiva Zagreb | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Shaban Gashi | 18 March 1999 | 0 | 0 | Abano | v. Romania, 3 March 2017 | ||
MF | Xheme Sufaj | 15 June 2000 | 0 | 0 | SSV Ulm 1846 | v. Romania, 3 March 2017 | ||
FW | Mario Dervishi | 11 September 1999 | 0 | 0 | Cagliari | 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE | ||
FW | Redon Mihana | 28 June 1999 | 0 | 0 | Apolonia Fier | v. Georgia, 1 September 2017 | ||
FW | Kejdi Balla | 30 July 1999 | 0 | 0 | Luftëtari Gjirokastër | v. Georgia, 30 August 2017 | ||
FW | Ronaldo Zenuni | 1 March 1999 | 0 | 0 | Tirana | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
FW | Endi Pistolja | 22 July 1999 | 0 | 0 | Teuta Durrës | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017 | ||
FW | Ismet Sinani | 31 May 1999 | 0 | 0 | Milan | v. Romania, 3 March 2017 | ||
FW | Progon Maloku | 27 January 2000 | 0 | 0 | Lazio | v. Romania, 3 March 2017 |
- PRE = Preliminary squad.
Coaching staff
Current coaching staff:[6]
Position | Name |
---|---|
Head coach | Erjon Bogdani |
Assistant coach | Pietro Matafora |
Goalkeeping coach | Artur Lekbello |
Team doctor | Xhaferr Koci |
Physiotherapists | Indrit Shkrela |
Albania national under-18 squad
The following players were named in the last squad for the friendly match against Italy on 19 May 2011 (When they last played a match).
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
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GK | Arianit Lazraj | 28 March 1993 (aged 18) | 1 | 0 | St. Gallen | |
GK | Mikel Kaloshi (Played for the U19s) | 16 June 1993 (aged 17) | 1 | 0 | Lushnja | |
DF | Shkodran Nuredini (Played for the U21s) | 21 February 1993 (aged 18) | 2 | 0 | Zürich | |
DF | Altin Abazaj (Played for the U19s) | 18 August 1993 (aged 17) | 1 | 0 | Teuta Durres | |
DF | Harallamb Qaqi (Played for U19 & U21s) | 17 September 1993 (aged 17) | 2 | 0 | AEK Athens | |
DF | Mërgim Bajraktari (Played for U19 & U21s) | 27 May 1993 (aged 17) | 2 | 0 | Thun | |
DF | Bruno Dita (Played for U19 & U21s) | 18 February 1993 (aged 18) | 2 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | |
MF | Dorian Kërçiku (Played for the U21s) | 30 August 1993 (aged 17) | 2 | 0 | Tirana | |
MF | Teki Premci | 23 March 1993 (aged 18) | 2 | 0 | Unattached | |
MF | Mateos Toçi (Played for the U19s) | 16 May 1993 (aged 18) | 2 | 0 | Elbasani | |
MF | Alfred Deliallisi (Played for U19 & U21s) | 28 March 1993 (aged 18) | 1 | 0 | Teuta Durres | |
MF | Bekim Dema (Played for U19 & U21s) | 30 March 1993 (aged 18) | 2 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkoder | |
MF | Amir Tafa (Played for the U19s) | 3 March 1993 (aged 18) | 2 | 1 | Vllaznia Shkodër | |
FW | Arbër Çyrbja (Played for the U21s) | 18 September 1993 (aged 17) | 2 | 0 | Teuta Durrës | |
FW | Sidrit Guri (Played for U19 & U21s) | 23 October 1993 (aged 17) | 2 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkoder | |
FW | Fabio Hoxha (Played for U19 & U21s) | 7 May 1993 (aged 18) | 2 | 0 | Inter | |
FW | Mateo Hasa (Played for U19 & U21s) | 23 May 1993 (aged 17) | 1 | 0 | Besa Kavaje | |
FW | Enio Petro (Played for U19 & U21s) | 1 August 1993 (aged 17) | 1 | 0 | Teuta Durrës |
Players in italics have played internationally at a higher level.
Albania national under-17 squad
Current squad
COACH: Džemal Mustedanagić
The following players were called up to participate in the 2018 UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualification from 19–25 October 2017.[7]
Caps and goals as of 25 October 2017.
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
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1 | GK | Livio Malaj | 25 May 2001 | 3 | 0 | Olympiacos |
12 | GK | Simone Peqini | 8 August 2001 | 1 | 0 | Bologna |
15 | DF | Klajdi Pici | 1 January 2001 | 3 | 0 | Cagliari |
6 | DF | Egzon Shima | 27 February 2001 | 3 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër |
5 | DF | Nikolas Smajlaj | 30 September 2002 | 2 | 0 | Fiorentina |
4 | DF | Kristi Malo | 28 April 2001 | 2 | 0 | Tirana |
14 | MF | Blerind Morina | 1 January 2001 | 3 | 0 | Oostende |
17 | MF | Atdhe Mazari | 2 June 2001 | 3 | 0 | Pelister |
3 | MF | Endri Murati | 15 November 2001 | 2 | 0 | Internacional Tirana |
16 | MF | Astrit Rama | 29 May 2001 | 2 | 1 | Olympiacos |
19 | MF | Elmando Gjini | 28 August 2002 | 2 | 0 | IF Brommapojkarna |
7 | MF | Galip Arapi | 20 January 2001 | 2 | 0 | Empoli |
13 | MF | Ledio Beqja | 18 June 2001 | 1 | 0 | Teuta Durrës |
18 | MF | Rei Pecani | 8 May 2002 | 1 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë |
9 | FW | Emiliano Bullari (Captain) | 6 April 2001 | 4 | 2 | Olympiacos |
8 | FW | Kleis Bozhanaj | 1 March 2001 | 3 | 3 | Empoli |
10 | FW | Brijan Ibrahimi | 22 September 2001 | 3 | 0 | Chievo |
20 | FW | Kevin Haveri | 18 September 2001 | 2 | 0 | Akademia Shkodër |
2 | FW | Kledis Hida | 26 March 2001 | 1 | 0 | Pepa |
11 | FW | Eralt Kuqi | 18 June 2001 | 1 | 0 | Shkëndija Durrës |
Recent call-ups
Following are listed players called up in the previous 12 months.
Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club | Latest call-up | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GK | Fatmir Ceka | 12 April 2002 | 0 | 0 | CSKA Sofia | 2018 UEFA Euro U-17 Q., 18 October 2017 PRE | ||
GK | Igli Harja | 6 February 2001 | 0 | 0 | Elbasani | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | ||
GK | Nicolò Abazi | 2001 | 0 | 0 | Borgomanero | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | ||
GK | Marvin Kodra | 26 May 2001 | 0 | 0 | Tirana | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 | ||
GK | Entoni Shkoza | 2 September 2001 | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 PRE | ||
GK | Vokli Laroshi | 6 August 2001 | 0 | 0 | Shkëndija Durrës | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | ||
DF | Aleksandro Sadikai | 15 November 2001 | 0 | 0 | Panathinaikos | 2018 UEFA Euro U-17 Q., 18 October 2017 PRE | ||
DF | Enea Rexhepi | 13 July 2001 | 0 | 0 | Internacional Tirana | Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017 | ||
DF | Artan Jazxhi | 6 July 2001 | 0 | 0 | Shkëndija Durrës | Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017 | ||
DF | Korab Zekaj | 20 January 2001 | 0 | 0 | Zoetermeer | Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017 | ||
DF | Niko Lucaj | 2 March 2001 | 0 | 0 | Internacional Tirana | Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017 | ||
DF | Endri Metaj | 3 June 2001 | 0 | 0 | Internacional Tirana | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | ||
DF | Erando Murataj | 0 | 0 | Frosinone | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | |||
DF | Alban Cejku | 23 July 2001 | 0 | 0 | Tirana | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 | ||
DF | Eljan Mehmetaj | 8 September 2001 | 0 | 0 | Bylis Ballsh | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 | ||
DF | Erjol Krymi | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 PRE | |||
DF | Orgest Bajraktari | 14 September 2001 | 0 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | ||
DF | Ilia Petani | 0 | 0 | Athlitiki Enosi Larissa | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | |||
DF | Albert Ndreca | 0 | 0 | Panionios | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | |||
DF | Armando Broja | 10 September 2001 | 0 | 0 | Chelsea | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | ||
MF | Samuel Asllani | 25 October 2001 | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër | 2018 UEFA Euro U-17 Q., 18 October 2017 PRE | ||
MF | Andi Koshi | 17 February 2001 | 0 | 0 | PSV Eindhoven | 2018 UEFA Euro U-17 Q., 16 October 2017 INJ | ||
MF | Iris Rabija | 11 August 2001 | 0 | 0 | Piacenza | Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017 | ||
MF | Cristian Shiba | 31 January 2001 | 0 | 0 | Sassuolo | Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017 | ||
MF | Jorgo Qeleshi | 16 March 2001 | 0 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë | Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017 | ||
MF | Marin Abazaj | 31 March 2001 | 0 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë | Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017 | ||
MF | Arinaldo Rrapaj | 9 August 2001 | 0 | 0 | Flamurtari Vlorë | Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017 | ||
MF | Rejdison Gjurkaj | 7 June 2001 | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | ||
MF | Kevin Dauti | 24 March 2001 | 0 | 0 | Ascoli | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | ||
MF | Ergin Mizha | 0 | 0 | AEL | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | |||
MF | Mark Vata | 0 | 0 | Eendracht Aalst | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | |||
MF | Valentin Zalla | 0 | 0 | Heidkoppel | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | |||
MF | Andrea Doda | 4 May 2001 | 0 | 0 | Siena | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Klajdi Muho | 1 January 2001 | 0 | 0 | Empoli | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Vittorio Mehmetaj | 2001 | 0 | 0 | Pro Piacenza | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Anis Mehmeti | 9 January 2001 | 0 | 0 | Norwich City | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 | ||
MF | Gerardo Ballaj | 23 October 2001 | 0 | 0 | Flamurtari Vlorë | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | ||
MF | Denis Mehmetaj | 2001 | 0 | 0 | Seregno/Savona | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | ||
MF | Redi Kasa | 1 September 2001 | 0 | 0 | Parma | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | ||
MF | Visar Fikaj | 0 | 0 | Aris Thessaloniki | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | |||
FW | Kerjol Dervishaj | 20 January 2002 | 0 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë | 2018 UEFA Euro U-17 Q., 18 October 2017 PRE | ||
FW | Albin Sahiti | 0 | 0 | VfB Eppingen | Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017 | |||
FW | Rigers Xhahysa | 13 March 2001 | 0 | 0 | Veleçiku Koplik | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 | ||
FW | Fabian Gashi | 0 | 0 | Sanremese | Cyprus, 30 April 2017 PRE | |||
FW | Deivi Balla | 9 June 2001 | 0 | 0 | Dinamo Tirana | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 | ||
FW | Kejdi Lesaj | 0 | 0 | Olymp. Tayro | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017 |
- PRE = Preliminary squad.
- INJ = Withdrew due to injury.
Coaching staff
Current coaching staff:[8]
Position | Name |
---|---|
Head coach | Džemal Mustedanagić |
Assistant coach | Elvin Beqiri |
Goalkeeping coach | Dritan Kristidhi |
Physiotherapists | Adriatik Shahini |
Team doctor | Theodhor Mile |
Albania national under-16 squad
Current squad
COACH: Džemal Mustedanagić
The following players participated in the 2017 Mercedez Benz Aegean Cup International Youth Tournament in Turkey.[9][10]
Caps and goals as of 23 November 2017.
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | GK | Fatmir Ceka | 12 April 2002 | 2 | 0 | CSKA Sofia |
12 | GK | Marco Molla | 19 June 2002 | 0 | 0 | Prato |
5 | DF | Nikolas Smajlaj | 30 September 2002 | 2 | 0 | Fiorentina |
3 | DF | Matteo Kacmoli | 2002 | 2 | 0 | Faenza |
4 | DF | Elio Zalli | 2003 | 2 | 0 | Internazionale |
13 | DF | Anxhelo Duka | 6 March 2002 | 1 | 0 | Teuta Durrës |
2 | DF | Marvin Salliu | 3 April 2002 | 1 | 1 | Durrësi 04 |
15 | DF | Albert Ndreca | 1 | 0 | Panionios | |
6 | MF | Elmando Gjini | 28 August 2002 | 2 | 0 | IF Brommapojkarna |
7 | MF | Kristian Gjini | 2002 | 2 | 0 | Empoli |
17 | MF | Kristian Paloku | 2 | 0 | ||
18 | MF | David Arkaxhiu | 2 | 0 | Chisola | |
8 | MF | Rei Pecani | 8 May 2002 | 2 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë |
11 | MF | Mark Vata | 1 | 0 | Eendracht Aalst | |
MF | Jetmir Ameti | 22 February 2002 | 0 | 0 | Hertha BSC | |
14 | FW | Kerjol Dervishaj | 20 January 2002 | 2 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë |
9 | FW | Kristian Asllani | 2002 | 2 | 0 | Empoli |
10 | FW | Andrea Gjeçi | 2 | 0 | ||
16 | FW | Rinor Kqiku | 0 | 0 |
Coaching staff
Current coaching staff:[11]
Position | Name |
---|---|
Head coach | Džemal Mustedanagić |
Assistant coach | Elvin Beqiri |
Goalkeeping coach | Dritan Kristidhi |
Physiotherapists | Adriatik Shahini |
Team doctor | Theodhor Mile |
Albania national under-15 squad
COACH: Eqerem Memushi
The following players were called up for the double friendly matches against Montenegro U15 on 28 & 30 September 2017.[12]
No. | Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GK | Brajan Marku | 19 February 2003 | 0 | 0 | Akademia e Futbollit | |
GK | Redon Gega | 15 June 2003 | 0 | 0 | Pepa | |
DF | Julian Sinaj | 22 March 2003 | 0 | 0 | Flamurtari Vlorë | |
DF | Andri Xhafa | 2 May 2003 | 0 | 0 | Akademia e Futbollit | |
DF | Ramazan Alla | 26 July 2003 | 0 | 0 | Tirana | |
DF | Frenki Shahaj | 9 March 2003 | 0 | 0 | A.F Dinamo | |
DF | Arber Pengu | 16 May 2003 | 0 | 0 | Pogradeci | |
DF | Elsamed Burgaj | 6 September 2003 | 0 | 0 | Lapraka | |
DF | Admir Murati | 16 September 2003 | 0 | 0 | Internacional Tirana | |
MF | Brajan Katroshi | 4 January 2003 | 0 | 0 | Partizani Tirana | |
MF | Albi Shpuza | 12 February 2003 | 0 | 0 | Vllaznia Shkodër | |
MF | Frenki Koduzi | 31 March 2003 | 0 | 0 | Internacional Tirana | |
MF | Renato Toska | 1 June 2003 | 0 | 0 | Fieri | |
MF | Andrea Lila | 14 August 2003 | 0 | 0 | Besa Kavajë | |
MF | Henri Xhixha | 16 February 2003 | 0 | 0 | A.F Dinamo | |
MF | Eugen Sula | 23 June 2003 | 0 | 0 | A.F Dinamo | |
MF | Ersiad Matmuja | 9 January 2003 | 0 | 0 | A.F Dinamo | |
MF | Ardian Muriqi | 11 February 2003 | 0 | 0 | Besa Pejë | |
FW | Alvi Mezani | 6 January 2003 | 0 | 0 | Apolonia Fier | |
FW | Endri Qehaja | 26 January 2003 | 0 | 0 | Teuta Durrës | |
FW | Rejan Alivoda | 6 June 2003 | 0 | 0 | Shkodra | |
FW | Endri Çela | 0 | 0 | |||
FW | Melsi Cereni | 26 January 2003 | 0 | 0 | Tirana |
Recent call-ups
The following players have been called up within the last 12 months.
Pos. | Player | Date of birth (age) | Caps | Goals | Club | Latest call-up |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GK | Mario Mara | 29 January 2002 | 0 | 0 | Internacional Tirana | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017 |
DF | Erjon Qyra | 18 April 2003 | 0 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017 |
DF | Luis Lera | 16 June 2003 | 0 | 0 | Shkodra | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017 |
DF | Ensi Shyli | 23 July 2003 | 0 | 0 | Gramshi | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017 |
MF | Gjergji Kote | 20 August 2004 | 0 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017 |
FW | Kevin Hysolli | 4 June 2003 | 0 | 0 | Skënderbeu Korçë | Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017 |
FW | Nino Dhrami | 0 | 0 | Gathering, 13 May 2017 |
Coaching staff
Current coaching staff:[13]
Position | Name |
---|---|
Head coach | Eqerem Memushaj |
Assistant coach | Ardi Bozhani |
Goalkeeping coach | Adrian Balla |
Team doctor | Besmir Bulku |
Physiotherapists | Mishel Topalli |
See also
- Albania national football team
- Albania national under-23 football team
- Albania national under-21 football team
- Albania national under-20 football team
- Albania national under-19 football team
- Albania national under-18 football team
- Albania national under-17 football team
- Albania national under-16 football team
- Albania national under-15 football team
- Albania national football team results
- Albanian Superliga
- Football in Albania
- List of Albania international footballers
References
- "U-21, Bushi ne konference per shtyp" (in Albanian). FSHF.org. 6 November 2017. Archived from the original on 2017-11-07. Retrieved 6 November 2017.
- Kombëtarja U-21 (Albania national under-21 team) FSHF.org
- "KOMBËTARJA U-20, DY NDESHJE MIQËSORE ME AZERBAJXHANIN, TRAJNERI ALBAN BUSHI SHPALL LISTËN!" [U-20 NATIONAL TEAM, TWO FRIENDLIES WITH AZERBAIJAN, COACH ALBAN BUSHI ANNOUNCES THE LIST!] (in Albanian). FSHF.org. 18 January 2018. Retrieved 18 January 2018.
- Kombëtarja U-21 (Albania national under-21 team) FSHF.org
- "FOTO/ Kualifikueset e Kampionatit Europian, Erjon Bogdani publikon listën e kombëtares U-19". panorama.com.al (in Albanian). Panorama Sport. 25 September 2017. Retrieved 26 September 2017.
- Kombëtarja U-19 (Albania national under-19 team) FSHF.org
- U-17, trajneri Mustedanagic shpall listën për turneun zyrtar të UEFA-s Archived 2017-10-12 at the Wayback Machine FSHF.org
- Kombëtarja U-17 (Albania national under-17 team) FSHF.org
- "TURKEY ALBANIA - National Team Matches Details" (in Turkish). TFF.org. 21 November 2017. Retrieved 5 December 2017.
- "Shqipëria U-16 humbet ndaj përfaqësueses së Kosovës" [Albania U-16 loses to Kosovo's representatives] (in Albanian). FSHF.org. 23 November 2017. Archived from the original on 6 December 2017. Retrieved 5 December 2017.
- Kombëtarja U-17 (Albania national under-17 team) FSHF.org
- "KOMBËTARJA U-15 NIS GRUMBULLIMIN, TRAJNERI MEMUSHAJ: KAMPIONATI, NJË FURNIZUES I MIRË" [NATIONAL U-15 TEAM BEGINS THE GATHERING, COACH MEMUSHAJ: THE NATIVE CHAMPIONSHIP, A GOOD SUPPLIER] (in Albanian). FSHF.org. 25 September 2017. Archived from the original on 4 December 2017. Retrieved 3 December 2017.
- Kombëtarja U-15 (Albania national under-15 team) FSHF.org
External links
- Albania U-21 profile at Soccerway
- Albania U-21 profile at FSHF.org
- Albania U-21 profile at UEFA.com
- FIFA U-20 World Cup website
- Official FA Albania site
- Albania U-19 at UEFA.com
- UEFA European U-19 C'ship – UEFA.com
- Albania U-17 profile at Soccerway
- Under-17 – Albania – UEFA.com