Albania vs Finland
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Challenge a friendAlbania and Finland face off in a League C fixture where both sides have shown solid form. With Finland holding a slight edge in goal difference and head-to-head record, this match promises a competitive battle.
The context
Both teams have played four matches in this competition so far. Albania have won three and lost one, scoring eight goals and conceding three. Finland have two wins, one draw, and one loss, with nine goals scored and only two conceded. Finland currently top the standings, just ahead of Albania in second place, making this clash crucial for the group.
Match factors
Finland's Midfield Dominance
Finland's midfielders like L. Walta and A. Svanbäck combine goal scoring and assisting, creating a strong attacking core.
Pohjanpalo's Clinical Finishing
J. Pohjanpalo's 3 goals in 3 games and high shot accuracy give Finland a clear edge in attack.
Asllani's Creative Influence for Albania
K. Asllani's recent assists and high minutes played indicate he is key to Albania's attacking chances.
Manaj's Away Goal Threat
R. Manaj's strong away scoring form (2 goals in 2 away games) makes him a focal point for Albania's attack.
Analysis
Finland's midfield duo, L. Walta and A. Svanbäck, have been instrumental, combining goal scoring and assists to create a potent attacking threat. Walta leads Finland with four goals in three games, while Pohjanpalo adds a consistent goal threat with three goals. Albania's R. Manaj is their top scorer with two goals and poses a real threat, especially away from home. Albania's creative spark, K. Asllani, is key to their attacking transitions. Finland's superior goal difference and previous head-to-head win give them a slight tactical advantage, but Albania's home form and attacking players ensure this will be a tight contest.
Key insights

L. Walta
Finland
Top scorer and key playmaker for Finland, combining goals and assists to drive their attack.
UEFA Nations League 26/274 goals in 3 appearances, 1.33 goals/game

J. Pohjanpalo
Finland
Prolific striker with excellent away scoring form, providing a consistent goal threat.
UEFA Nations League 26/273 goals in 3 appearances, 1 goal/game

K. Asllani
Albania
Creative midfielder leading Albania in assists and minutes played, crucial for their attacking transitions.
UEFA Nations League 26/271 assist in 3 appearances, 0.33 assists/game

R. Manaj
Albania
Leading scorer with strong away goal threat, focal point of Albania's attack.
UEFA Nations League 26/272 goals in 3 appearances, 0.67 goals/game
Prediction
The prediction favours a narrow away win for Finland, with a 2-1 scoreline the most likely outcome. Despite the low confidence due to limited match history between these sides, Finland's attacking midfield and clinical finishing should see them edge this encounter.
Key facts
- 1.Albania have played 4 matches in this competition (W3 D0 L1, GF 8 / GA 3).
- 2.Finland have played 4 matches in this competition (W2 D1 L1, GF 9 / GA 2).
- 3.Finland lead the head-to-head with 1 win from 1 meeting against Albania.
- 4.Finland top the League C standings with 3 points from 1 game, Albania are second with 3 points from 1 game.
- 5.Finland have a significantly better goal difference (+5) than Albania this season.
- 6.L. Walta is Finland's top scorer with 4 goals in 3 games.
- 7.J. Pohjanpalo has scored 3 goals in 3 games, showing strong away form.
- 8.R. Manaj is Albania's leading scorer with 2 goals in 3 games.
The verdict
Expect a closely contested match with Finland's attacking midfielders making the difference. Albania will fight hard, but Finland's recent form and goal-scoring prowess should secure them the three points.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Albania
Away — Finland
Prediction generated 6 Oct 2026, 20:44 UTC · Fipster Model v1.163
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
FIFA world ranking
Prediction Q&A
- Who does Fipster predict will win Albania vs Finland?
- Fipster's AI model predicts Finland to win against Albania.
- What is the predicted score for Albania vs Finland?
- Fipster predicts a final score of Albania 1–2 Finland.
- What are the win probabilities for Albania vs Finland?
- Fipster's model gives Albania a 32% chance of winning, Finland a 35% chance, and a 33% chance of a draw.
- How confident is Fipster in this prediction?
- Fipster's model assigns this prediction 35% confidence — a low-confidence call.





