Major shortages, possible Kosovo formation for match with Sweden

Selector Franco Foda will have to face significant shortages due to yellow injuries and cartoons. Florian Hoja and Lumbardh Dellova have been removed from the initial list, both due to injuries. Nor will Fidan Aliti, suspended in defense because of the cartoons, but in midfield Elvis Rexbecaj, who suffered injuries in the match against Slovenia.

A positive news for Foda is the return of midfielder Lindon His name, which is ready after the suspension.

Kosovo's possible formation:

Ariians Muric will be at the undisputed gate, while in defense the confirmed duo is Ilir Krasniqi alglian Hajdari and runoff for the third centre between Kreshnik Hajrizi, Leard Sadriut and Ron Raci. On the side will be Mergim Vojvoda and Dio Gallapin.

The midfield duo is Leon Avdullahu and Veldin Hoxha, instead of the injured Regbecates, with the latter looking to the advantage before Valon Berisha and Lindon His name.

Florent Muslija will be more advanced as Milot Rasica supports Captain Vedat Muriqi in the attack.

Kosovo is expected to seek a positive result to strengthen the second position in the group rankings and to continue at a positive pace in these important qualifying matches for the 2026 World Cup.

Kosovo's possible formation: Muric, Krasniqi, Hajdari, Hajrizi, Vojvoda, Avdullahu, Hoxha, Gallapeni, Muslija, Rasica, Muriqi.