World Cup play-offs explained: Who can still qualify and how does it work?

There is still plenty on the line for the home nations (Picture: Getty) The final six places at the 2026 World Cup are up for grabs this week, as...
METRO.CO.UK Mar 25

Prediction: Slovakia vs Kosovo – Betting Tips, Team News, Key Facts

Verdict: Both teams to score – No Best Odds: 3/4 Bookmaker: Olympusbet Two camps who are desperate to keep their World Cup dreams alive on Thursday...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Mar 25

Kosovo-Netherlands, Mardan Antalyaspor (Antalya)

Kosovo vs Netherlands: all the latest European Under-17 Championship 2026 Round 2 match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Mar 24

Slovakia vs Kosovo - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Thursday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Slovakia and Kosovo, including predictions, team news and possible...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Mar 24

Armenia-Kosovo, Arslan Zeki Demirci Spor Kompleksi - Emir Hotels 2 (Manavgat)

Armenia vs Kosovo: all the latest European Under-19 Championship 2026 Round 1 match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Mar 23

‘We predict a great future' – Marc Bernal hailed by Spain Under-21 boss after call-up

Barcelona midfielder Marc Bernal has been named in the Spain Under-21 squad for their European Championship qualifying matches against Cyprus and...
BARCABLAUGRANES.COM Mar 20

Ghanaian midfielder Fredrick Kesse seals move to Dinamo Ferizaj in Kosovo

Former Accra Lions attacking midfielder, Fredrick Kesse, has completed a move to Kosovan club FC Dinamo Ferizaj. The 20-year-old signed a deal to...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Mar 13

Barcelona better-placed than Chelsea, Tottenham in Fisnik Asllani chase

Hansi Flick's Barcelona are ahead of Chelsea and Tottenham in their pursuit of Kosovo attacking sensation Fisnik Asllani. The post Barcelona...
THE HARD TACKLE Mar 7

Croatia-Kosovo, Branko Čavlović-Čavlek (Karlovac)

Croatia vs Kosovo: all the latest World Cup Women's European Qualifiers League phase match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Mar 6

Kosovo-Hungary, Real Sport Club (Queluz)

Kosovo vs Hungary: all the latest European Women's Under-17 Championship 2026 Round 2 match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Mar 6

Portugal-Kosovo, Cidade do Futebol (Oeiras)

Portugal vs Kosovo: all the latest European Women's Under-17 Championship 2026 Round 2 match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Mar 3

Kosovo-Gibraltar, Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri (Pristina)

Kosovo vs Gibraltar: all the latest World Cup Women's European Qualifiers League phase match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Mar 2

Spain-Kosovo, Cidade do Futebol (Campo 3) (Oeiras)

Spain vs Kosovo: all the latest European Women's Under-17 Championship 2026 Round 2 match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Feb 28

Why USMNT must be zeroed in on UEFA’s 2026 World Cup Qualifier Playoffs

The United States men’s national team has home-field advantage and the world’s eyes on it for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, Mauricio...
CLUTCHPOINTS Feb 27

Everton’s Summer Plan Involves A Juventus Star In Career Freefall: Can The Toffees Afford This Fading Winger?

Everton made a late push to sign Juventus winger Edon Zhegrova. They made a move before the winter transfer window slammed shut. However, the move...
THE4THOFFICIAL.NET Feb 27

How to get Slovakia vs Kosovo World Cup Qualifier tickets: March 26 fixture, prices & more

Let GOAL give you the full lowdown on how to get tickets to the Slovakia vs Kosovo World Cup Play-off encounter in Bratislava on March 26.
GOAL.COM Feb 26

Matchday Guide: Sheffield Wednesday

SHEFFIELD UTD OFFICIAL SITE Feb 21

‘You have failed to implement your own rule book’ - UEFA slammed over Israel

Ireland have been drawn with Israel in the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League, with Austria and Kosovo making up the rest of League B3.
IRISH MIRROR Feb 13

Ireland fans flight warning as UEFA sets deadline for countries to submit venues

Ireland’s Nations League campaign will take them to Austria and Kosovo, while the venue for the Israel away game has yet to be confirmed.
IRISH MIRROR Feb 13

Ireland to open Nations League campaign away to Kosovo before facing Israel

Venue for Israel away game has yet to be decided
THE IRISH TIMES Feb 13

Ireland’s Nations League fixtures released as Israel home and away dates confirmed

Heimir Hallgrímsson’s side will face Israel, Austria and Kosovo in League B3, starting next September.
IRISH MIRROR Feb 13

Austria, Israel and Kosovo: A closer look at Ireland's Nations League opponents

Austria on a roll after World Cup qualification, and Israel match may be tense after FAI called for Uefa ban
THE IRISH TIMES Feb 12

‘I stand by that’ - Heimir Hallgrímsson isn’t backing down over Israel comments

The Ireland manager was reacting to the Nations League draw, which has placed the Boys in Green in League B3 with Israel, Austria and Kosovo.
IRISH MIRROR Feb 12

Poland: European futsal championship for priests opens

The European Futsal Championship for Priests has officially begun. A total of 18 teams of priests from Albania, Austria, Belarus, Bosnia and...
VATICANNEWS.VA Feb 10

Important streaming information for Canaries clash

Broadcast only available in selected countries on Stoke City+ Live A full list of permitted streaming territories can be found below Fans anywhere...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Jan 2

'I have feelings' - Graham Potter declares interest in taking national team job after manager sacked for awful World Cup qualifying campaign

Graham Potter is ready to swap club chaos for international rescue duty, declaring his interest in becoming Sweden’s next manager just hours after...
GOAL.COM Oct 15, 2025

Former Dreams FC striker Abdul Basit Khalid joins FK Dukagjini

Ghanaian forward Abdul Basit Khalid has signed for Kosovo Superliga side FK Dukagjini, marking a return to familiar territory after several years...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Oct 14, 2025

‘F***ing system has to go’ – Premier League star unleashes X-rated rant at Sweden boss Jon Dahl Tomasson before sacking

ANTHONY ELANGA allegedly unleashed an X-rated over Jon Dahl Tomasson's tactics hours before the Sweden manager was sacked. The Danish coach paid...
THE SUN Oct 14, 2025

Graham Potter keen on Sweden job after sacking of Jon Dahl Tomasson

Potter had seven years in charge of club side Östersund‘I love Swedish football. It would be a great opportunity'Graham Potter has said he would be...
THE GUARDIAN Oct 14, 2025

Arsenal striker’s World Cup dream now all but over

With two games still left to play, Sweden's World Cup qualification hopes are already effectively at an end following another damaging defeat to...
DAILYCANNON Oct 14, 2025

‘A fiasco’ – Viktor Gyokeres speaks out on woeful Sweden form after Kosovo defeat

Things have gone from bad to worse for the Swedes.
METRO.CO.UK Oct 14, 2025

Graham Potter 'declares interest in Sweden job': Ex-Chelsea and West Ham boss hints at desire to replace Jon Dahl Tomasson - and reveals he'd be a CHEAP option after huge sacking payouts

Graham Potter has declared his interest in becoming Sweden manager after the national team sacked Jon Dahl Tomasson following Monday's dismal 1-0...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Oct 14, 2025

Kosovo defeat spells the end for Sweden boss Tomasson

Sweden have announced the departure of head coach Jon Dahl Tomasson following a disappointing start to their World Cup qualifying campaign....
SOCCERNEWS.COM Oct 14, 2025

Sweden sack manager who slammed Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak for 'forgetting how to score'

Sweden have sacked manager Jon Dahl Tomasson after a run of poor results saw them concede a humiliating defeat to Kosovo at home in the World Cup...
DAILY STAR Oct 14, 2025

Sweden sack manager after he blamed woes on Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres

Sweden have sacked manager Jon Dahl Tomasson after a humiliating defeat to Kosovo.
EXPRESS Oct 14, 2025

'It's a fiasco' - Viktor Gyokeres speaks out after firing blank in Sweden’s dismal World Cup qualifying defeat with manager Jon Dahl Tomasson SACKED as a result

Viktor Gyokeres has discussed his recent blanks for Sweden following their dismal World Cup qualifying loss against Kosovo on Monday. The defeat...
GOAL.COM Oct 14, 2025

Danish villain sent packing in Swedish football's attempt at Nordic noir

Something is rotten in the state of … Sweden, though it's a Dane taking the blame. Jon Dahl Tomasson, one-time Newcastle flop turned elite...
THE GUARDIAN Oct 14, 2025

Sweden SACK manager hours after calling out Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres

Sweden boss Jon Dahl Tomasson has been relieved of his duties following their dismal defeat to Kosovo which leaves their World Cup hopes hanging in...
MIRROR Oct 14, 2025

Sweden sack manager Jon Dahl Tomasson after World Cup qualifying defeat by Kosovo

Sweden are bottom of Uefa qualifying Group B after picking up only one point from their first four games and look set to miss out on the 2026 World...
THE INDEPENDENT Oct 14, 2025

Sweden boss Jon Dahl Tomasson is SACKED as embarrassing qualifying defeat leaves World Cup hopes in tatters... but federation insist Alexander Isak, Viktor Gyokeres and Co can still make tournament

Jon Dahl Tomasson has been sacked as Sweden manager after Monday's shock 1-0 defeat by Kosovo left their World Cup hopes hanging in the balance.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Oct 14, 2025

Arsenal star Viktor Gyokeres is lambasted by rival fans as footage analysed

Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres' poor performance for Sweden has been thrust under the microscope online after their latest World Cup qualifying...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM Oct 14, 2025

Sweden boss explains why Tottenham star Lucas Bergvall was subbed off at half-time

It was a wretched night for Sweden on home soil as they fell to a 1-0 defeat to Kosovo in their latest World Cup qualification match
FOOTBALL LONDON Oct 14, 2025

Alexander Isak left embarrassed but Liverpool will be relieved after latest development

Alexander Isak was on the losing side for Sweden in their World Cup qualifier against Kosovo.
EXPRESS Oct 14, 2025

'So f*cking dissastified' - Alexander Isak lets rip and admits it 'not fun to be booed' after Sweden's World Cup hopes take huge hit with Kosovo defeat

Alexander Isak was left “so f*cking dissatisfied” after seeing Sweden booed by their own supporters during another abject display in World Cup...
GOAL.COM Oct 14, 2025

Leeds star given 1/5 by local media after int'l performance yesterday

Gabriel Gudmundsson isn’t pulling up any trees as the Leeds United defender suffered defeat playing for Sweden against Kosovo on Monday. Jon Dahl...
MOTLEEDSNEWS.COM Oct 14, 2025

'We forgot how to score' - Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres blasted after Sweden slump to embarrassing World Cup qualifying defeat

Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres have come in for scrutiny after Sweden slumped to an embarrassing World Cup qualifying defeat. In a night that...
GOAL.COM Oct 14, 2025

‘Terrible' - Ex-Newcastle United man issues defiant message as Alexander Isak extends unwanted goal drought

Newcastle United latest news: Alexander Isak's international goal drought continued as Sweden were beaten by Kosovo.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Oct 14, 2025

'Has to go' - Anthony Elanga's unseen X-rated outburst after Alexander Isak Newcastle United decision

Newcastle United winger Anthony Elanga made his frustrations clear following Sweden's 1-0 World Cup qualifier defeat to Kosovo on Monday.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Oct 14, 2025

Liverpool star Alexander Isak's fresh embarrassment as nightmare World Cup scenario emerges

Liverpool striker Alexander Isak and Arsenal forward Viktor Gyokeres are almost certain to miss out on the World Cup after Sweden were beaten by...
LIVERPOOL ECHO Oct 14, 2025

Celtic Star Benched as National Team Humiliated

Celtic midfielder Benjamin Nygren was once again an unused substitute as Sweden suffered a humiliating 1–0 defeat at home to Kosovo, leaving their...
CELTS ARE HERE Oct 14, 2025

Gyokeres : Odegaard injury update : WTF goodbye

Morning. As usual let’s start with the Arsenal players who were in Interlull action yesterday, beginning with: Viktor Gyokeres: Another game...
ARSEBLOG.COM Oct 14, 2025

Sweden suffer humiliating Kosovo defeat leaving World Cup hopes in doubt - as manager slams his £200m frontline of Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres while Anthony Elanga is embroiled in furious tunnel outburst

The Biagult sit bottom of their World Cup Qualifying group after four fixtures with just a solitary point despite boasting a strike-force of...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Oct 14, 2025

Viktor Gyokeres suffers major blow as Arsenal striker handed nightmare scenario

Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak disappointed again on Monday night as Sweden lost to Kosovo, dropping crucial points in their World Cup...
FOOTBALL LONDON Oct 14, 2025

Liverpool striker Alexander Isak slams ’embarrassing’ Sweden in crucial World Cup qualifier

Alexander Isak says Sweden are in a ‘crisis situation’ (Shutterstock) Liverpool striker Alexander Isak says Sweden are in a ‘crisis situation’...
METRO.CO.UK Oct 14, 2025

Kosovo-San Marino, Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri (Pristina)

Kosovo vs San Marino: all the latest European Under-21 Championship 2027 Qualifying round match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Oct 13, 2025

Faroe Islands-Kosovo, Lindabrunn (Lindabrunn)

Faroe Islands vs Kosovo: all the latest European Under-17 Championship 2026 Qualifying round match information including stats, form, history, and...
UEFA Oct 13, 2025

Kosovo-Armenia, Sandefjord Arena (Sandefjord)

Kosovo vs Armenia: all the latest European Under-19 Championship 2026 Qualifying round match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Oct 13, 2025

World Cup qualifying: Pressure rises on Sweden after second Kosovo loss

Sweden remain winless in World Cup qualifying, having suffered another shock defeat to Kosovo on Monday. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres both...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Oct 13, 2025

Sweden suffer shock defeat to Kosovo to leave World Cup hopes hanging by thread

Sweden's loss wasn't the only upset of the night as France were held by Iceland
THE INDEPENDENT Oct 13, 2025

World Cup qualifying roundup: Sweden on brink of elimination after Kosovo defeat

Kosovo win 1-0 in Stockholm to keep playoff hopes aliveFrance held 2-2 by Iceland in ReykjavikSweden's faint hopes of qualifying for the World Cup...
THE GUARDIAN Oct 13, 2025

Viktor Gyokeres no-shows as Sweden suffer shock 1-0 defeat to Kosovo

A nightmare for Sweden 😱🇸🇪
ARSENAL INSIDER Oct 13, 2025

talkSPORT tips - Best football bets and expert advice for Monday 13 October

The international action continues on Monday with a plethora of World Cup 2026 qualifiers and our three bets come from three of those contests,...
TALKSPORT Oct 13, 2025

Sweden-Kosovo, Ullevi Stadium (Gothenburg)

Sweden vs Kosovo: all the latest European Qualifiers Qualifying round match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Oct 12, 2025

Sweden vs Kosovo Prediction and Betting Tips | October 13th 2025

Sweden and Kosovo are back in action in Group B of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers when they lock horns at the Ullevi Stadium on Monday.
SPORTSKEEDA Oct 12, 2025

International boss QUITS minutes after 1-0 loss to bitter rivals… leaving side managerless days before crucial game

SERBIA boss Dragan Stojkovic sensationally QUIT his job just minutes after the defeat to Albania. Former Watford flop Rey Manaj netted late in the...
THE SUN Oct 12, 2025

Sweden vs Kosovo - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Monday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Sweden and Kosovo, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 11, 2025

Sweden - Kosovo predictions

SPORTYTRADER Oct 11, 2025

Sesko involved for Slovenia

Benjamin played 90 minutes as his nation drew with Kosovo.
MANUTD.COM Oct 11, 2025

World Cup qualifying: Isak and Gyokeres silenced as Sweden´s hopes begin to fade

Sweden’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup were damaged further after a 2-0 home loss to Switzerland. The defeat means Sweden are at the...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Oct 10, 2025

Austria-Kosovo, Stadion Wiener Neustadt (Wiener Neustadt)

Austria vs Kosovo: all the latest European Under-17 Championship 2026 Qualifying round match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Oct 10, 2025

Germany-Kosovo, Odd Stadion (Skien)

Germany vs Kosovo: all the latest European Under-19 Championship 2026 Qualifying round match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Oct 10, 2025

Benjamin Sesko features for Slovenia in 0-0 draw against Kosovo

Benjamin Sesko struggled with Slovenia's non-existent build-up play...
UNITED IN FOCUS Oct 10, 2025

talkSPORT tips - Best football bets and expert advice for Friday 10 October

The 2026 World Cup qualifiers are the name of the game on Friday evening, with key contests taking place around Europe.  We have a trio of wagers...
TALKSPORT Oct 10, 2025

Kosovo-Slovenia, Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri (Pristina)

Kosovo vs Slovenia: all the latest European Qualifiers Qualifying round match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Oct 9, 2025

Kosovo vs Slovenia Prediction and Betting Tips | October 10th 2025

Kosovo will entertain Slovenia at the Fadil Vokrri Stadium in the first round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Friday.
SPORTSKEEDA Oct 9, 2025

Kosovo vs Slovenia - prediction, team news, lineups

Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Kosovo and Slovenia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Oct 8, 2025

Eleven Celts set for international duty

This week marks the beginning of the October international break, the second of three breaks in the 2025/26 campaign before the turn of the...
CELTICFC.COM Oct 8, 2025

Crunch qualifiers await several City stars

Potters in action across Europe, Asia and Africa Tchamadeu, Thomas, Boženík, Rigo, Donley and Johansson in senior action Junho, Simkin, Phillips,...
STOKE CITY FC OFFICIAL SITE Oct 8, 2025

Kosovo - Slovenia predictions

SPORTYTRADER Oct 8, 2025

Kosovo-Republic of Ireland, Lindabrunn (Lindabrunn)

Kosovo vs Republic of Ireland: all the latest European Under-17 Championship 2026 Qualifying round match information including stats, form,...
UEFA Oct 7, 2025

Norway-Kosovo, Odd Stadion (Skien)

Norway vs Kosovo: all the latest European Under-19 Championship 2026 Qualifying round match information including stats, form, history, and more.
UEFA Oct 7, 2025

FC Drita announce signing of Ghanaian duo Mike Arthur and Morris Fuseini

Ghanaian youngster Mike Arthur and Morris Fuseini have joined Kosovan giants FC Drita. Arthur, a right-winger, signed a loan deal for the 2025/26...
GHANASOCCERNET.COM Oct 7, 2025

Sweden boss issues 'clueless' blast over Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres

Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres is set to feature for Sweden in World Cup qualifiers against Switzerland and Kosovo during the international break
FOOTBALL LONDON Oct 7, 2025

SUTV - Charlton

SHEFFIELD UTD OFFICIAL SITE Sep 19, 2025

Burnley v Liverpool prediction and betting tips - Can Isak shine on Reds debut?

Defending champions Liverpool head to newly promoted Burnley on Sunday afternoon looking to keep their 100% Premier League record alive. Burnley v...
TALKSPORT Sep 14, 2025

Erling Haaland and Alexander Isak both labelled world’s best striker as Pep Guardiola and Arne Slot ramp up debate

ARNE SLOT and Pep Guardiola both laid claim to having the planet's No 1 striker. Liverpool boss Slot yesterday declared new £130million signing...
THE SUN Sep 12, 2025

Arsenal vs Nottingham Forest prediction, free betting tips and odds as Ange takes first game on Premier League’s return

ARSENAL host Ange Postecoglou’s Nottingham Forest in the lunchtime kick-off when the Premier League returns on Saturday. SunSport betting experts...
THE SUN Sep 12, 2025

Alexander Isak gesture speaks volumes as Liverpool new boy left frustrated

Alexander Isak is yet to make his Liverpool debut but he finally got onto the pitch with Sweden for a friendly against Kosovo.
EXPRESS Sep 10, 2025

Alexander Isak jets in to start work for Liverpool amid death threat drama in Sweden - just 24 hours after playing for his country

Having been included in Sweden's squad for their World Cup Qualifiers against Slovenia and Kosovo, the 25-year-old linked up with his new...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Sep 10, 2025

‘Incomprehensible betrayal’: Swedish press savage Alexander Isak’s comeback display

Then new Liverpool striker was given just 18 minutes against Kosovo. The post ‘Incomprehensible betrayal’: Swedish press savage Alexander Isak’s...
PLANETFOOTBALL.COM Sep 10, 2025
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