Antigona Hyska

Antigoni Hyska (born June 23, 2003) is an Albanian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper. She is currently on loan at KFF Vllaznia for their UEFA Women's Champions League matches. Hyska has represented the Albania women's national football team at various levels, including the senior team.

Antigoni Hyska

Personal information
Full name	Antigoni Hyska
Date of birth	(2003-06-23) 23 June 2003
Place of birth	Lushnjë, Albania
Height	1.67 m (5 ft 6 in)
Position(s)	Goalkeeper
Team information
Current team	KFF Vllaznia
Number	1
Senior career*
Years	Team	Apps	(Gls)
2024-	KFF Vllaznia
2018-2024	FK Apolonia	102
International career
2020–	Albania	17
2021–2022	Albania U19	6
2017–2021	Albania U17	6
*Club domestic league appearances and goals

Early life and education

Antigoni Hyska was born in Lushnjë, Albania. From a young age, she developed an interest in football, eventually focusing on becoming a goalkeeper. She is known for her ambidextrous abilities, which enhance her performance in goalkeeping.

Club career

Hyska began her senior club career with FK Apolonia in 2018, competing in the Albanian National Football Championship for Women. Over her tenure with Apolonia, she has established herself as a reliable goalkeeper, contributing significantly to the team's performances.

In August 2024, Hyska was loaned to KFF Vllaznia to participate in the UEFA Women's Champions League. This loan move is intended to provide her with experience at a higher level of competition.

International career

Hyska has been involved with the Albania women's national football team since 2017, initially playing for the U17 team. She later progressed to the U19 team and made her debut for the senior national team in 2020. Throughout her international career, she has gained experience and showcased her goalkeeping skills on the international stage.

Coaching career

In addition to her playing career, Hyska has pursued coaching. She has been involved with the Albania U14 women's national team as a goalkeeper coach since 2023. She also serves as the head coach for FK Apolonia's U14 team. Hyska holds several coaching qualifications, including the UEFA Goalkeeper B Diploma and UEFA B License.

Playing style

Hyska is recognized for her shot-stopping ability, positioning, and reflexes. Her tactical understanding of the game and ability to organize the defense are key aspects of her playing style. Additionally, her physical attributes such as agility and jumping ability contribute to her effectiveness as a goalkeeper.