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>Albania vs San Marino Predictions, Picks & Odds – 06/10/2026
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Albania return to home soil nursing a 2-1 defeat to Finland, a result that knocked them off the top of Nations League C Group 1. Manager Rolando Maran has been forced into changes, with goalkeeper Simon Simoni called up to replace the suspended Etrit Berisha. On a brighter note, Luis Hasa has recovered from illness and rejoined the squad. The hosts will be desperate to reclaim pole position with a commanding performance here.
San Marino arrive in wretched form, winless in their last 17 consecutive international outings and goalless in 18 straight matches stretching back to November 2024. Their most recent fixture, a 4-0 hammering at the hands of Belarus, underlined the scale of their struggles. Rock bottom of Group C1 with zero points and a goal difference of minus 14, Roberto Cevoli's side face the very real prospect of relegation unless results improve dramatically.
Albania's home win at 1.02 looks as close to a certainty as international football allows. Across five previous meetings, the Albanians have scored 16 goals and conceded none against San Marino. That perfect head-to-head record, combined with the hosts' desire to reclaim top spot in the group, makes the 1X2 home selection the cornerstone of any sensible approach to this fixture.
San Marino's attacking drought stretches to 18 consecutive matches without scoring, a run dating back to November 2024. Their Nations League campaign has yielded zero points, zero goals, and a goal difference of minus 14. Backing both teams to score "no" at 1.33 reflects the visitors' chronic inability to trouble any defence, let alone one that has shut them out in every prior encounter.
The over 2.5 goals line at 1.17 also merits strong consideration. Albania have historically averaged more than three goals per match against San Marino, and Rolando Maran's side will be desperate to restore confidence after their Finnish setback. With Luis Hasa fit again and fresh legs available from the squad reshuffle, expect the hosts to be clinical and comfortable.
Odds correct at time of publication.
Trends to Know about Albania vs San Marino
- Albania won all five previous meetings
- San Marino scoreless in 18 consecutive matches
- Head-to-head aggregate stands at 16-0
Form & Statistics: Albania vs San Marino
Albania
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San Marino
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Lineups: Albania vs San Marino
Albania
Starters
- 1 Simon Simoni
- 2 Elseid Hysaj
- 3 Berat Djimsiti
- 4 Ardian Ismajli
- 5 Mario Mitaj
- 6 Kristjan Asllani
- 7 Ylber Ramadani
- 8 Ernest Muci
- 9 Myrto Uzuni
- 10 Rey Manaj
- 11 Arber Hoxha
Bench
- Alen Sherri
- Marash Kumbulla
- Stavros Pilios
- Juljan Shehu
- Luis Hasa
- Anis Mehmeti
- Mirlind Daku
- Cristian Shpendi
- Tauljant Seferi
- Klevi Qefalija
- Mario Dajsinani
Absent
- Etrit Berisha (Suspension (red card vs Finland))
- Qazim Laçi (Injury)
- Amir Abrashi (Ruptured cruciate ligament (long-term injury))
San Marino
Starters
- 1 Edoardo Colombo
- 2 Giacomo Benvenuti
- 3 Michele Cevoli
- 4 Dante Rossi
- 5 Marco Pasolini
- 6 Lorenzo Capicchioni
- 7 Marcello Mularoni
- 8 Lorenzo Lazzari
- 9 Samuel Pancotti
- 10 Gabriel Capicchioni
- 11 Nicolas Giacopetti
Bench
- Mirco De Angelis
- Enea Della Balda
- Cristian Meloni
- Filippo Fabbri
- Alessandro Tosi
- Pietro Marinucci
- Pietro Amici
- Fausto Salicioni
- Giulio Bugli
- Samuele Zannoni
Absent
- Nicola Nanni (Suspension (accumulated yellow cards))
- Alberto Riccardi (Injury)
Medium confidence
Albania line up in a 4-3-3 against San Marino's compact 4-4-2, a shape designed to frustrate and absorb. Kristjan Asllani will be central to dictating tempo from midfield, while the front three carries the expectation of breaking down a side that rarely concedes territory willingly.
San Marino will look to stay organised and deny space in behind, though the gulf in individual quality is considerable. Myrto Uzuni and his attacking colleagues should find opportunities if Albania maintain width and move the ball quickly through the lines.
How to Watch Albania vs San Marino Match?
What time is Albania vs San Marino?
Albania vs San Marino kicks off at 19:45 BST on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.
Where is Albania vs San Marino being played?
The venue for this fixture is still to be confirmed by the Albanian Football Association.
How Can I Watch Albania vs San Marino on TV and Live Stream?
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