Maran starts with a loss, Israel defeats Albania in tense friendly

2026-06-03 22:16:29Sport SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Footage from the Albania-Serbia match

Coach Rolando Maran made his debut in charge of the Albanian national team with a defeat, losing 0-1 in a friendly against Israel.

Although it was a friendly match, the "Air Albania" match was accompanied by tensions between the players on the field, after the goal scored by the opponents.

Despite Albania controlling the game and creating more volume on the field, it was Israel who found the lead. The goal came in the 73rd minute from Oscar Gloukh, who managed to beat goalkeeper Sherri with a precise diagonal shot.

The Israeli midfielder is led by the red and black fans and motions them to stop cheering after his goal, which led to a scuffle on the stadium steps and a clash between the players on the field. Hysaj was the first to react. Then others like Arbër Hoxha etc. got involved.

The novelty in the Maran national team was the introduction of Anis Mehmeti from the first minute. Also surprising was the return of Ylber Ramadani to the center of midfield, while Juljan Shehu started from the bench.


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