The situation in the play-off pots changes, Albania avoids the Czech Republic, but...

2025-11-15 10:05:47Sport SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX

Statistical platform Football Meets Data has published the latest FIFA points update for European teams expected to be part of the World Cup play-offs.

According to the assessment, the pot rankings still remain open for several national teams, while Albania is currently positioned in Pot 3 with 1405 points. So far, the red and black team remains safe in this grouping, but recent movements in the rankings may affect potential opponents in the draw.

At the top of the first pot are Italy, Turkey, Ukraine and Poland. Pot 2 includes Scotland, Hungary, Wales and Slovakia, which has passed the Czech Republic but must avoid defeat against Germany to maintain its advantage.

Thus, Slovakia, which defeated Germany in the first match, becomes a possible opponent for Albania.

Pot 3 consists of the Czech Republic, Romania, Albania and Kosovo, while the entries from the Nations League are placed in Pot 4.

According to Football Meets Data, several scenarios are expected to determine the final standings: Poland stay ahead of Wales if they win against Malta, while Romania can overtake the Czech Republic with just two wins, provided the Czechs take three points against Gibraltar. The analysis also provides the probabilities of each team advancing to the higher pot, the chances of hosting a play-off semi-final and the most likely opponents.

In Albania's case, the current position is stable, but any movement in FIFA points before the draw could have a direct impact on the path to the World Cup.


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