Albania national youth football team

Albania has the following national youth football teams:

Albania national youth football team
Shirt badge/Association crest
Nickname(s)Kuq e Zinjtë (The Red and Blacks)
Shqiponjat (The Eagles)
AssociationFederata Shqiptare e Futbollit – FSHF
(Albanian Football Association)
ConfederationUEFA
Home stadiumElbasan Arena
Loro Boriçi Stadium
FIFA codeALB
First colours
Second colours
Third colours

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

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Current squad

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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
1 1GK Gentian Selmani (1998-03-09) 9 March 1998 (age 26) 5 0   Laçi
12 1GK Elhan Kastrati (1997-02-02) 2 February 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Teuta Durrës

5 2DF Ardit Toli (1997-07-12) 12 July 1997 (age 27) 5 0   AO Chania Kissamikos
4 2DF Shaqir Tafa (1998-11-14) 14 November 1998 (age 26) 5 0   Monopoli
3 2DF Irlian Ceka (1998-03-03) 3 March 1998 (age 26) 5 0   Sambenedettese
22 2DF Albi Doka (1997-06-26) 26 June 1997 (age 27) 5 0   Tirana
17 2DF Bardhec Bytyqi (1997-01-08) 8 January 1997 (age 27) 1 0   AaB
20 2DF Arijan Qollaku (1997-02-04) 4 February 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Grasshopper

7 3MF Qazim Laçi (1996-01-19) 19 January 1996 (age 28) 13 1   Ajaccio
10 3MF Endri Çekiçi (Vice-captain) (1996-11-23) 23 November 1996 (age 27) 12 1   Dinamo Zagreb
8 3MF Keidi Bare (Captain) (1997-08-28) 28 August 1997 (age 27) 10 0   Atlético Madrid
6 3MF Ylber Ramadani (1996-04-12) 12 April 1996 (age 28) 5 1   Vejle Boldklub
11 3MF Kristal Abazaj (1996-07-06) 6 July 1996 (age 28) 5 2   Luftëtari Gjirokastër
16 3MF Ardit Krymi (1996-05-02) 2 May 1996 (age 28) 3 0   Vllaznia Shkodër
21 3MF Emanuele Ndoj (1996-11-20) 20 November 1996 (age 28) 3 0   Brescia
18 3MF Agim Zeka (1998-09-06) 6 September 1998 (age 26) 2 0   Varzim

9 4FW Rubin Hebaj (1998-07-30) 30 July 1998 (age 26) 4 0   Domžale
15 4FW Valdrin Mustafa (1998-03-11) 11 March 1998 (age 26) 4 0   FC Kaiserslautern


Recent call-ups

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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 (1998-12-23) 23 December 1998 (age 25) 0 0   Erzeni Shijak v.   Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE
GK Jorgo Muça (1998-02-18) 18 February 1998 (age 26) 0 0   PAOK Gathering between 14–17 May 2017

DF Leonardo Maloku (1998-05-18) 18 May 1998 (age 26) 3 0   Santarcangelo v.   Iceland, 10 November 2017 PRE
DF Enea Mihaj (1998-07-05) 5 July 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Panetolikos v.   Iceland, 10 October 2017
DF Marlind Nuriu (1997-07-05) 5 July 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Dinamo Tirana v.   Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE
DF Amer Duka (1999-01-21) 21 January 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Laçi v.   Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE
DF Kristian Bushaj (1999-04-06) 6 April 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Panionios v.   Iceland, 4 September 2017
DF Ymer Shaba (1998-07-21) 21 July 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Dinamo Tirana Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
DF Elis Doksani (1998-07-05) 5 July 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Dinamo Tirana Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
DF Rei Nuriu (1998-10-16) 16 October 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Dinamo Tirana Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
DF Briland Ahmeti (1998-03-01) 1 March 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Akademia e Futbollit Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
DF Mario Teqja (1996-05-20) 20 May 1996 (age 28) 0 0   Erzeni Shijak Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
DF Armenis Kukaj (1997-08-11) 11 August 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
DF Patrik Punavija (1998-04-17) 17 April 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Tirana Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
DF Ervis Koçi (1998-06-22) 22 June 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Dinamo Tirana Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
DF Arlind Amidi (1997-03-15) 15 March 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Balzers Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
DF Laurant Sadiki (1997-09-24) 24 September 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Köniz Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
DF Idriz Voca MOV (1997-05-15) 15 May 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Luzern Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017

MF Sherif Kallaku (1998-03-01) 1 March 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Laçi v.   Iceland, 10 November 2017 PRE
MF Marlon Marishta (2000-06-11) 11 June 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Home Farm v.   Iceland, 10 November 2017 PRE
MF Jurgen Bardhi (1997-11-06) 6 November 1997 (age 27) 3 0   Partizani Tirana v.   Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE
MF Elvir Maloku (1996-05-14) 14 May 1996 (age 28) 0 0   AEK Larnaca v.   Iceland, 4 September 2017
MF Taulant Seferi (1996-11-15) 15 November 1996 (age 28) 1 0   Young Boys v.   Estonia, 12 June 2017
MF Federico Zenuni (1997-01-19) 19 January 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Viterbese Castrense v.   Estonia, 12 June 2017 PRE
MF Regi Lushkja (1996-05-17) 17 May 1996 (age 28) 0 0   Laçi v.   Estonia, 12 June 2017 PRE
MF Marco Hoxha (1998-09-22) 22 September 1998 (age 26) 0 0   ArzignanoChiampo Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Jurgen Vrapi (1998-11-14) 14 November 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Tirana Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Majkel Peçi (1996-08-29) 29 August 1996 (age 28) 0 0   Korabi Peshkopi Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Rei Qilimi (1996-06-10) 10 June 1996 (age 28) 0 0   Tirana Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Erli Çupi (1997-02-03) 3 February 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Kukësi Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Anxhelo Mumajesi (1997-03-28) 28 March 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Kamza Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Mikel Hoxha (1997-05-24) 24 May 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Besa Kavajë Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Albi Koldashi (1997-07-06) 6 July 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Kukësi Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Silvio Zogaj (1997-07-25) 25 July 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Luftëtari Gjirokastër Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Egli Kaja (1997-07-26) 26 July 1997 (age 27) 0 0   AFC Wimbledon Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Endi Brahimi (1998-01-02) 2 January 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Arber Basha (1998-01-13) 13 January 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Kamza Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Alain Cano (1998-07-05) 5 July 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Lama Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Juljan Shehu (1998-09-06) 6 September 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Paniliakos Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Kevin Xhafa (1999-03-01) 1 March 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Akademia e Futbollit Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
MF Ardit Deliu (1997-10-26) 26 October 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Hajduk Split v.   Moldova, 27 March 2017
MF Nazmi Gripshi (1997-07-05) 5 July 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Skënderbeu Korçë v.   Moldova, 27 March 2017
MF Emir Sahiti (1998-11-29) 29 November 1998 (age 25) 0 0 Unattached Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
MF Fabio Sakaj (1998-02-02) 2 February 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Racing Fondi Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
MF Romeo Shahinas (1996-02-25) 25 February 1996 (age 28) 0 0 Unattached Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
MF Amarildo Gjoka (1997-06-03) 3 June 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Oudenaarde Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
MF Heroid Gjoshi (1997-05-18) 18 May 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Wil Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
MF Alfred Ajdarević (1998-06-20) 20 June 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Örebro Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017

FW Grent Halili (1998-05-24) 24 May 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Tirana v.   Iceland, 10 October 2017 PRE
FW Fiorin Durmishaj (1996-11-14) 14 November 1996 (age 28) 5 1   Panionios v.   Iceland, 10 October 2017INJ
FW Franc Bakalli (1997-04-15) 15 April 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Viitorul Domnești Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
FW Marko Çema (1998-01-16) 16 January 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Dinamo Tirana Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
FW Blerim Krasniqi (1996-07-05) 5 July 1996 (age 28) 0 0   Skënderbeu Korçë Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
FW Kristjan Prendi (1997-10-13) 13 October 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Korabi Peshkopi Gathering between 14–17 May 2017
FW Gerbi Gjepali (1998-05-26) 26 May 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Montecatini v.   Moldova, 27 March 2017
FW Olger Merkaj (1997-07-23) 23 July 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Chieri Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
FW Arian Kabashi (1997-03-14) 14 March 1997 (age 27) 0 0   IF Elfsborg Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
FW Çlirim Shabani (1998-06-16) 16 June 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Luzern Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 25 January 2017
  • INJ = Withdrew due to the injury.
  • MOV = Withdrew to play for Kosovo.

Coaching staff

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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

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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
1GK Klevis Hasanbelli (1997-06-30) 30 June 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Kukësi
1GK Jorgo Muça (1998-02-18) 18 February 1998 (age 26) 0 0   PAOK

2DF Shaqir Tafa (Captain) (1998-11-14) 14 November 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Monopoli
2DF Leonardo Maloku (1998-05-18) 18 May 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Santarcangelo
2DF Kristian Bushaj (1999-04-06) 6 April 1999 (age 25) 1 0   Panionios
2DF Rei Nuriu (1998-10-16) 16 October 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Dinamo Tirana
2DF David Domgjoni (1997-05-21) 21 May 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Liria Prizren
2DF Ymer Shaba (1998-07-21) 21 July 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Dinamo Tirana
2DF Arbnor Mucolli (1999-09-15) 15 September 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Vejle Boldklub

3MF Arber Basha (1998-01-13) 13 January 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Kamza
3MF Nazmi Gripshi (1997-07-05) 5 July 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Skënderbeu Korçë
3MF Fabio Sakaj (1998-02-02) 2 February 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Racing Fondi
3MF Anxhelo Mumajesi (1997-03-28) 28 March 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Kamza
3MF Xhonatan Lajthia (1999-02-01) 1 February 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Teuta Durrës
3MF Glejdis Ndraxhi (1998-05-08) 8 May 1998 (age 26) 0 0   SV Arminia Hannover
3MF Dionis Çikani (1999-03-10) 10 March 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Torre Levante
3MF Brajan Tola (1997-07-09) 9 July 1997 (age 27) 0 0   Korabi Peshkopi
3MF Belajdi Pusi (1998-01-23) 23 January 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër
3MF Klevis Përkeqi (1998-03-06) 6 March 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Partizani Tirana
3MF Kevin Cela (1998-05-20) 20 May 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Xanthi
3MF Erjon Dragoj (1999-09-06) 6 September 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Laçi

3MF Erisildo Smaci (1998-07-15) 15 July 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Laçi

Recent call-ups

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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
GK Mario Dajsinani (1998-12-23) 23 December 1998 (age 25) 1 0   Erzeni Shijak v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
GK Angelo Tafa (2000-07-05) 5 July 2000 (age 24) 1 0   AEK Athens v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
GK Gentian Selmani (1998-03-09) 9 March 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Laçi v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017 PRE

DF Irlian Ceka (1998-03-03) 3 March 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Sambenedettese v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
DF Amer Duka (1999-01-21) 21 January 1999 (age 25) 1 0   Laçi v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
DF Ded Bushi (1998-10-02) 2 October 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Laçi v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017

MF Agim Zeka (1998-09-06) 6 September 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Varzim v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
MF Emir Sahiti (1998-11-29) 29 November 1998 (age 25) 1 0 Unattached v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
MF Agon Mucolli (1998-09-26) 26 September 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Vejle Boldklub v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
MF Marco Hoxha (1998-09-22) 22 September 1998 (age 26) 1 0   ArzignanoChiampo v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
MF Marlon Marishta (2000-06-11) 11 June 2000 (age 24) 1 0   Home Farm v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
MF Sherif Kallaku (1998-03-01) 1 March 1998 (age 26) 0 0   Laçi v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017 PRE
MF Aleksandro Zaimaj (1998-01-19) 19 January 1998 (age 26) 0 0   PAE Kerkyra v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017 PRE

FW Valdrin Mustafa (1998-03-11) 11 March 1998 (age 26) 1 0   FC Kaiserslautern v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
FW Rubin Hebaj (1998-07-30) 30 July 1998 (age 26) 1 0   Domžale v.   Georgia, 14 November 2017
FW Armend Aslani (1998-06-23) 23 June 1998 (age 26) 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

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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

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Current squad

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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
1 1GK Pano Qirko (1999-06-26) 26 June 1999 (age 25) 3 0   Flamurtari Vlorë
12 1GK Angelo Tafa (2000-07-05) 5 July 2000 (age 24) 1 0   AEK Athens

15 2DF Marash Kumbulla (2000-02-08) 8 February 2000 (age 24) 3 0   Hellas Verona
3 2DF Sadik Cela (1999-03-31) 31 March 1999 (age 25) 3 0   Panlefkadios
5 2DF Kleto Gjura (1999-01-01) 1 January 1999 (age 25) 3 0   Alessandria
4 2DF Stefan Abara (1999-08-04) 4 August 1999 (age 25) 2 0   Olympiacos
2 2DF Marjan Gurini (1999-03-10) 10 March 1999 (age 25) 1 0   Rezzato
14 2DF Kristian Bushaj (1999-04-06) 6 April 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Panionios
13 2DF Enes Isufi (2000-07-14) 14 July 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër

19 3MF Kleandro Lleshi (1999-10-09) 9 October 1999 (age 25) 6 0   Leganés B
11 3MF Elvi Berisha (1999-03-02) 2 March 1999 (age 25) 4 0   Leganés B
6 3MF Rezart Rama (Captain) (2000-12-04) 4 December 2000 (age 23) 3 0   Olympiacos
7 3MF Armand Rada (1999-01-10) 10 January 1999 (age 25) 3 0   Internazionale
20 3MF Rimal Haxhiu (1999-03-04) 4 March 1999 (age 25) 3 0   Partizani Tirana
8 3MF Erald Lakti (2000-06-06) 6 June 2000 (age 24) 2 0   Fiorentina
17 3MF Andreas Gkertsos (2000-02-09) 9 February 2000 (age 24) 2 0   Udinese
16 3MF Alessio Hysaj (1999-12-01) 1 December 1999 (age 24) 0 0   Mattera

9 4FW Klajdi Burba (1999-12-01) 1 December 1999 (age 24) 3 1   Viking
10 4FW Isuf Myrteza (1999-01-21) 21 January 1999 (age 25) 3 0   Legnano
18 4FW Michelangelo Metolli (1999-12-01) 1 December 1999 (age 24) 2 0   Arezzo

Recent call-ups

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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
GK Arlis Shala (2000-07-26) 26 July 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Teuta Durrës 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE
GK Marco Alia (2000-04-26) 26 April 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Lazio v.   Romania, 3 March 2017
GK Ferat Jusufi (1999-02-03) 3 February 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Roccella v.   Romania, 3 March 2017
DF Franz Pjetri (2000-04-21) 21 April 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Udinese 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE
DF Masimiliano Doda (2000-11-17) 17 November 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Sampdoria 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE
DF Sehadin Arapi (1999-01-03) 3 January 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Matelica v.   Georgia, 1 September 2017
DF Dario Isaraj (1999-09-06) 6 September 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Kallithea v.   Georgia, 1 September 2017
DF Amer Duka (1999-01-21) 21 January 1999 (age 25) 1 0   Akademia e Futbollit Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
DF Igli Doko (1999-01-18) 18 January 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Panathinaikos Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
DF Klisman Cake (1999-05-02) 2 May 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Tirana Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
DF Franci Lala (1999-07-11) 11 July 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Partizani Tirana Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
DF Senad Hysenaj (2000-10-17) 17 October 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
DF Kevin Deda (1999-06-23) 23 June 1999 (age 25) 0 0 Unattached v.   Romania, 3 March 2017
MF Fabian Blakçori (2000-04-27) 27 April 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Internacional Tirana 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE
MF Kristian Koçi (2000-01-01) 1 January 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Gubbio v.   Georgia, 1 September 2017
MF Marlon Marishta (2000-06-11) 11 June 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Home Farm v.   Georgia, 1 September 2017
MF Denis Xhuveli 0 0 v.   Georgia, 1 September 2017
MF Xhonatan Lajthia (1999-02-01) 1 February 1999 (age 25) 3 0   Teuta Durrës Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
MF Sokol Ymeraj (1999-03-13) 13 March 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Internacional Tirana Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
MF Dean Liço (2000-02-08) 8 February 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Leganés B Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
MF Dionis Çikani (1999-03-10) 10 March 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Torre Levante Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
MF Dorian Zhuri (2000-10-09) 9 October 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Toulouse Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
MF Leonardo Nallbani (1999-06-17) 17 June 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Nancy Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
MF Jon Mersinaj (1999-02-08) 8 February 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Lokomotiva Zagreb Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
MF Shaban Gashi (1999-03-18) 18 March 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Abano v.   Romania, 3 March 2017
MF Xheme Sufaj (2000-06-15) 15 June 2000 (age 24) 0 0   SSV Ulm 1846 v.   Romania, 3 March 2017
FW Mario Dervishi (1999-09-11) 11 September 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Cagliari 2018 UEFA Euro U-19 Q., 3 October 2017 PRE
FW Redon Mihana (1999-06-28) 28 June 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Apolonia Fier v.   Georgia, 1 September 2017
FW Kejdi Balla (1999-07-30) 30 July 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Luftëtari Gjirokastër v.   Georgia, 30 August 2017
FW Ronaldo Zenuni (1999-03-01) 1 March 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Tirana Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
FW Endi Pistolja (1999-07-22) 22 July 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Teuta Durrës Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 30 April 2017
FW Ismet Sinani (1999-05-31) 31 May 1999 (age 25) 0 0   Milan v.   Romania, 3 March 2017
FW Progon Maloku (2000-01-27) 27 January 2000 (age 24) 0 0   Lazio v.   Romania, 3 March 2017
  • PRE = Preliminary squad.

Coaching staff

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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

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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
1GK Arianit Lazraj (1993-03-28)28 March 1993 (aged 18) 1 0   St. Gallen
1GK Mikel Kaloshi (Played for the U19s) (1993-06-16)16 June 1993 (aged 17) 1 0   Lushnja

2DF Shkodran Nuredini (Played for the U21s) (1993-02-21)21 February 1993 (aged 18) 2 0   Zürich
2DF Altin Abazaj (Played for the U19s) (1993-08-18)18 August 1993 (aged 17) 1 0   Teuta Durres
2DF Harallamb Qaqi (Played for U19 & U21s) (1993-09-17)17 September 1993 (aged 17) 2 0   AEK Athens
2DF Mërgim Bajraktari (Played for U19 & U21s) (1993-05-27)27 May 1993 (aged 17) 2 0   Thun
2DF Bruno Dita (Played for U19 & U21s) (1993-02-18)18 February 1993 (aged 18) 2 0   Dinamo Tirana

3MF Dorian Kërçiku (Played for the U21s) (1993-08-30)30 August 1993 (aged 17) 2 0   Tirana
3MF Teki Premci (1993-03-23)23 March 1993 (aged 18) 2 0 Unattached
3MF Mateos Toçi (Played for the U19s) (1993-05-16)16 May 1993 (aged 18) 2 0   Elbasani
3MF Alfred Deliallisi (Played for U19 & U21s) (1993-03-28)28 March 1993 (aged 18) 1 0   Teuta Durres
3MF Bekim Dema (Played for U19 & U21s) (1993-03-30)30 March 1993 (aged 18) 2 0   Vllaznia Shkoder
3MF Amir Tafa (Played for the U19s) (1993-03-03)3 March 1993 (aged 18) 2 1   Vllaznia Shkodër

4FW Arbër Çyrbja (Played for the U21s) (1993-09-18)18 September 1993 (aged 17) 2 0   Teuta Durrës
4FW Sidrit Guri (Played for U19 & U21s) (1993-10-23)23 October 1993 (aged 17) 2 0   Vllaznia Shkoder
4FW Fabio Hoxha (Played for U19 & U21s) (1993-05-07)7 May 1993 (aged 18) 2 0   Inter
4FW Mateo Hasa (Played for U19 & U21s) (1993-05-23)23 May 1993 (aged 17) 1 0   Besa Kavaje
4FW Enio Petro (Played for U19 & U21s) (1993-08-01)1 August 1993 (aged 17) 1 0   Teuta Durrës

Players in italics have played internationally at a higher level.

Albania national under-17 squad

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Current squad

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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
1 1GK Livio Malaj (2001-05-25) 25 May 2001 (age 23) 3 0   Olympiacos
12 1GK Simone Peqini (2001-08-08) 8 August 2001 (age 23) 1 0   Bologna

15 2DF Klajdi Pici (2001-01-01) 1 January 2001 (age 23) 3 0   Cagliari
6 2DF Egzon Shima (2001-02-27) 27 February 2001 (age 23) 3 0   Vllaznia Shkodër
5 2DF Nikolas Smajlaj (2002-09-30) 30 September 2002 (age 22) 2 0   Fiorentina
4 2DF Kristi Malo (2001-04-28) 28 April 2001 (age 23) 2 0   Tirana

14 3MF Blerind Morina (2001-01-01) 1 January 2001 (age 23) 3 0   Oostende
17 3MF Atdhe Mazari (2001-06-02) 2 June 2001 (age 23) 3 0   Pelister
3 3MF Endri Murati (2001-11-15) 15 November 2001 (age 23) 2 0   Internacional Tirana
16 3MF Astrit Rama (2001-05-29) 29 May 2001 (age 23) 2 1   Olympiacos
19 3MF Elmando Gjini (2002-08-28) 28 August 2002 (age 22) 2 0   IF Brommapojkarna
7 3MF Galip Arapi (2001-01-20) 20 January 2001 (age 23) 2 0   Empoli
13 3MF Ledio Beqja (2001-06-18) 18 June 2001 (age 23) 1 0   Teuta Durrës
18 3MF Rei Pecani (2002-05-08) 8 May 2002 (age 22) 1 0   Skënderbeu Korçë

9 4FW Emiliano Bullari (Captain) (2001-04-06) 6 April 2001 (age 23) 4 2   Olympiacos
8 4FW Kleis Bozhanaj (2001-03-01) 1 March 2001 (age 23) 3 3   Empoli
10 4FW Brijan Ibrahimi (2001-09-22) 22 September 2001 (age 23) 3 0   Chievo
20 4FW Kevin Haveri (2001-09-18) 18 September 2001 (age 23) 2 0   Akademia Shkodër
2 4FW Kledis Hida (2001-03-26) 26 March 2001 (age 23) 1 0   Pepa
11 4FW Eralt Kuqi (2001-06-18) 18 June 2001 (age 23) 1 0   Shkëndija Durrës

Recent call-ups

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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 (2002-04-12) 12 April 2002 (age 22) 0 0   CSKA Sofia 2018 UEFA Euro U-17 Q., 18 October 2017 PRE
GK Igli Harja (2001-02-06) 6 February 2001 (age 23) 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 (2001-05-26) 26 May 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Tirana   Cyprus, 30 April 2017
GK Entoni Shkoza (2001-09-02) 2 September 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër   Cyprus, 30 April 2017 PRE
GK Vokli Laroshi (2001-08-06) 6 August 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Shkëndija Durrës Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017
DF Aleksandro Sadikai (2001-11-15) 15 November 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Panathinaikos 2018 UEFA Euro U-17 Q., 18 October 2017 PRE
DF Enea Rexhepi (2001-07-13) 13 July 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Internacional Tirana   Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017
DF Artan Jazxhi (2001-07-06) 6 July 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Shkëndija Durrës   Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017
DF Korab Zekaj (2001-01-20) 20 January 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Zoetermeer   Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017
DF Niko Lucaj (2001-03-02) 2 March 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Internacional Tirana   Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017
DF Endri Metaj (2001-06-03) 3 June 2001 (age 23) 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 (2001-07-23) 23 July 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Tirana   Cyprus, 30 April 2017
DF Eljan Mehmetaj (2001-09-08) 8 September 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Bylis Ballsh   Cyprus, 30 April 2017
DF Erjol Krymi 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër   Cyprus, 30 April 2017 PRE
DF Orgest Bajraktari (2001-09-14) 14 September 2001 (age 23) 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 (2001-09-10) 10 September 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Chelsea Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 18 February 2017
MF Samuel Asllani (2001-10-25) 25 October 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër 2018 UEFA Euro U-17 Q., 18 October 2017 PRE
MF Andi Koshi (2001-02-17) 17 February 2001 (age 23) 0 0   PSV Eindhoven 2018 UEFA Euro U-17 Q., 16 October 2017 INJ
MF Iris Rabija (2001-08-11) 11 August 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Piacenza   Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017
MF Cristian Shiba (2001-01-31) 31 January 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Sassuolo   Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017
MF Jorgo Qeleshi (2001-03-16) 16 March 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Skënderbeu Korçë   Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017
MF Marin Abazaj (2001-03-31) 31 March 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Skënderbeu Korçë   Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017
MF Arinaldo Rrapaj (2001-08-09) 9 August 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Flamurtari Vlorë   Turkmenistan, 7 September 2017
MF Rejdison Gjurkaj (2001-06-07) 7 June 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër Gathering in Elbasan, Albania, 28 June 2017
MF Kevin Dauti (2001-03-24) 24 March 2001 (age 23) 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 (2001-05-04) 4 May 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Siena   Cyprus, 30 April 2017
MF Klajdi Muho (2001-01-01) 1 January 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Empoli   Cyprus, 30 April 2017
MF Vittorio Mehmetaj 2001 0 0   Pro Piacenza   Cyprus, 30 April 2017
MF Anis Mehmeti (2001-01-09) 9 January 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Norwich City   Cyprus, 30 April 2017
MF Gerardo Ballaj (2001-10-23) 23 October 2001 (age 23) 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 (2001-09-01) 1 September 2001 (age 23) 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 (2002-01-20) 20 January 2002 (age 22) 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 (2001-03-13) 13 March 2001 (age 23) 0 0   Veleçiku Koplik   Cyprus, 30 April 2017
FW Fabian Gashi 0 0   Sanremese   Cyprus, 30 April 2017 PRE
FW Deivi Balla (2001-06-09) 9 June 2001 (age 23) 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

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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

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Current squad

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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 1GK Fatmir Ceka (2002-04-12) 12 April 2002 (age 22) 2 0   CSKA Sofia
12 1GK Marco Molla (2002-06-19) 19 June 2002 (age 22) 0 0   Prato

5 2DF Nikolas Smajlaj (2002-09-30) 30 September 2002 (age 22) 2 0   Fiorentina
3 2DF Matteo Kacmoli 2002 2 0   Faenza
4 2DF Elio Zalli 2003 2 0   Internazionale
13 2DF Anxhelo Duka (2002-03-06) 6 March 2002 (age 22) 1 0   Teuta Durrës
2 2DF Marvin Salliu (2002-04-03) 3 April 2002 (age 22) 1 1   Durrësi 04
15 2DF Albert Ndreca 1 0   Panionios

6 3MF Elmando Gjini (2002-08-28) 28 August 2002 (age 22) 2 0   IF Brommapojkarna
7 3MF Kristian Gjini 2002 2 0   Empoli
17 3MF Kristian Paloku 2 0
18 3MF David Arkaxhiu 2 0   Chisola
8 3MF Rei Pecani (2002-05-08) 8 May 2002 (age 22) 2 0   Skënderbeu Korçë
11 3MF Mark Vata 1 0   Eendracht Aalst
3MF Jetmir Ameti (2002-02-22) 22 February 2002 (age 22) 0 0   Hertha BSC

14 4FW Kerjol Dervishaj (2002-01-20) 20 January 2002 (age 22) 2 0   Skënderbeu Korçë
9 4FW Kristian Asllani 2002 2 0   Empoli
10 4FW Andrea Gjeçi 2 0
16 4FW Rinor Kqiku 0 0

Coaching staff

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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

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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
1GK Brajan Marku (2003-02-19) 19 February 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Akademia e Futbollit
1GK Redon Gega (2003-06-15) 15 June 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Pepa

2DF Julian Sinaj (2003-03-22) 22 March 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Flamurtari Vlorë
2DF Andri Xhafa (2003-05-02) 2 May 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Akademia e Futbollit
2DF Ramazan Alla (2003-07-26) 26 July 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Tirana
2DF Frenki Shahaj (2003-03-09) 9 March 2003 (age 21) 0 0   A.F Dinamo
2DF Arber Pengu (2003-05-16) 16 May 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Pogradeci
2DF Elsamed Burgaj (2003-09-06) 6 September 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Lapraka
2DF Admir Murati (2003-09-16) 16 September 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Internacional Tirana

3MF Brajan Katroshi (2003-01-04) 4 January 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Partizani Tirana
3MF Albi Shpuza (2003-02-12) 12 February 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Vllaznia Shkodër
3MF Frenki Koduzi (2003-03-31) 31 March 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Internacional Tirana
3MF Renato Toska (2003-06-01) 1 June 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Fieri
3MF Andrea Lila (2003-08-14) 14 August 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Besa Kavajë
3MF Henri Xhixha (2003-02-16) 16 February 2003 (age 21) 0 0   A.F Dinamo
3MF Eugen Sula (2003-06-23) 23 June 2003 (age 21) 0 0   A.F Dinamo
3MF Ersiad Matmuja (2003-01-09) 9 January 2003 (age 21) 0 0   A.F Dinamo
3MF Ardian Muriqi (2003-02-11) 11 February 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Besa Pejë

4FW Alvi Mezani (2003-01-06) 6 January 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Apolonia Fier
4FW Endri Qehaja (2003-01-26) 26 January 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Teuta Durrës
4FW Rejan Alivoda (2003-06-06) 6 June 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Shkodra
4FW Endri Çela 0 0  
4FW Melsi Cereni (2003-01-26) 26 January 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Tirana

Recent call-ups

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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 (2002-01-29) 29 January 2002 (age 22) 0 0   Internacional Tirana Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017

DF Erjon Qyra (2003-04-18) 18 April 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Skënderbeu Korçë Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017
DF Luis Lera (2003-06-16) 16 June 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Shkodra Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017
DF Ensi Shyli (2003-07-23) 23 July 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Gramshi Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017

MF Gjergji Kote (2004-08-20) 20 August 2004 (age 20) 0 0   Skënderbeu Korçë Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017

FW Kevin Hysolli (2003-06-04) 4 June 2003 (age 21) 0 0   Skënderbeu Korçë Gathering in Durrës, Albania, 19 May 2017
FW Nino Dhrami 0 0   Gathering, 13 May 2017

Coaching staff

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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

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References

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  1. ^ "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.
  2. ^ Kombëtarja U-21 (Albania national under-21 team) FSHF.org
  3. ^ "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.
  4. ^ Kombëtarja U-21 (Albania national under-21 team) FSHF.org
  5. ^ "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.
  6. ^ Kombëtarja U-19 (Albania national under-19 team) FSHF.org
  7. ^ U-17, trajneri Mustedanagic shpall listën për turneun zyrtar të UEFA-s Archived 2017-10-12 at the Wayback Machine FSHF.org
  8. ^ Kombëtarja U-17 (Albania national under-17 team) FSHF.org
  9. ^ "TURKEY ALBANIA - National Team Matches Details" (in Turkish). TFF.org. 21 November 2017. Retrieved 5 December 2017.
  10. ^ "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.
  11. ^ Kombëtarja U-17 (Albania national under-17 team) FSHF.org
  12. ^ "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.
  13. ^ Kombëtarja U-15 (Albania national under-15 team) FSHF.org
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