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Kosovo Hosts Sweden in Crucial World Cup Qualifier Showdown
6 Sep
Summary
- Kosovo desperate for first World Cup appearance, Sweden seeking comeback
- Kosovo unbeaten at home, Sweden inconsistent on the road
- Sweden's star striker Isak doubtful to start due to fitness issues
On Monday, September 11, 2025, Kosovo will host Sweden in a crucial UEFA World Cup qualifying match. Kosovo, who have never reached the World Cup finals, are desperate to secure their first-ever berth in the tournament. However, they suffered a 4-0 defeat against Switzerland in their opening qualifier last week, leaving them bottom of the group.
Meanwhile, Sweden, who missed out on the last four World Cups, are aiming to bounce back from a 2-2 draw with Slovenia in their first qualifier. The visitors will be looking to secure their first win in the group, which could potentially send them to the top of the table.
One key concern for Sweden is the fitness of their star striker Alexander Isak, who was part of the squad against Slovenia but is not expected to start this match due to missing pre-season and team training. Kosovo will be hoping to capitalize on Sweden's potential lineup changes and secure a much-needed victory at their home ground, where they have won five straight matches across all competitions.
