Albania – England: Can England win every match of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers?
In a 2026 World Cup qualifying fixture, Albania face England on Sunday, November 16, with kickoff at 18:00 CET. I’m offering you a bet on this match.
Albania – England: Match preview
Albania and England have already secured their objectives in this qualifying campaign and approach this match with far less pressure, almost treating it like a friendly.
Albania began their campaign with a 0–2 defeat to England, then beat Andorra 3–0 and recorded back-to-back draws. After that, the Albanians claimed two crucial wins, edging Latvia 1–0 and Serbia 1–0. A few days ago, Albania defeated Andorra 1–0 and locked in second place. After seven rounds, the team sit on 14 points, holding second place with a four-point cushion over third with one match remaining.
England have been exceptional throughout qualifying and became the first European team to book a place at the World Cup. They have won every match in the group and wrapped up qualification back in October. Across seven fixtures, England have collected 21 points with a goal difference of 20–0. They are one of just three teams in Europe yet to concede a goal in this campaign. Their lead over Albania is seven points with one round left.
Match facts and H2H
- Albania are unbeaten in eight straight matches: six wins and two draws.
- England have won their last five.
- England’s scoring streak now stands at 19 matches, while Albania’s is six.
- England are one of three teams in qualifying yet to concede a goal.
- England have already guaranteed their place at the 2026 World Cup.
Probable lineups
- Albania: Strakosha; Hysaj, Ajeti, Djimsiti, Mitaj; Asllani, Shehu; Broja, Laci, Hoxha; Manaj
- England: Pickford; Spence, Konsa, Stones, Burn; Wharton, Rice; Saka, Bellingham, Eze; Kane
Prediction
England are in superb form, and I expect them to extend their winning run. Both teams have already secured their World Cup spots, so this could be a relatively open, straightforward contest. My suggestion is to back England to win this match.
