Vllaznia Shkodër vs Malisheva preview

Europe flag 2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe
Stadiumi Loro Boriçi Yesterday - 6:00 PM
Europa Conference League
Vllaznia Shkodër Vllaznia Shkodër
Malisheva Malisheva
KICKOFF : Yesterday - 6:00 PM
1st Qualifying Round Leg 1 of 2

CONTEXT

The stage is set for an intriguing clash in the Europa Conference League as Vllaznia Shkodër host Malisheva in the opening leg of their 1st Qualifying Round tie. Taking place at Stadiumi Loro Boriçi, this international cup encounter pits two sides with contrasting power ratings against each other. Malisheva arrives as the stronger unit according to available metrics, boasting a higher power score compared to their hosts. With the season labeled 2026/2027, both teams step into unknown territory given the absence of prior outing information. The match promises to test tactical approaches from the outset, especially since positions in domestic leagues do not factor into this fixture. Fans can anticipate a battle where home advantage might play a role despite the visitors' edge in overall strength assessments. Preparation will be key for both camps as they navigate this early European adventure.

TL;DR

  • Structural: This encounter marks the first leg of the 1st Qualifying Round in the Europa Conference League.
  • Form: Both Vllaznia Shkodër and Malisheva enter the fixture without recent form data available.
  • Squad: Squad details remain limited ahead of this international cup clash.
  • Efficiency: Efficiency statistics are not provided for either side in this matchup.
  • Transition: Transition play analysis lacks specific metrics at this stage.
  • Set pieces: Set piece data shows low confidence with proxy usage for both teams.
  • xVariable: Malisheva holds a power score advantage of 8.3 points over Vllaznia Shkodër.
  • Market: Vllaznia Shkodër 43.7% (Δ+0%) | Draw 26.1% (Δ+0%) | Malisheva 30.2% (Δ+0%).
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality
Jan 25 vs Team A
Feb 1 vs Team B
Feb 8 vs Team C
Vllaznia Shkodër E. Martini
E. Martini
VS
Malisheva Malisheva
Malisheva
0
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
0
0 i
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
0 i
0
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
0 - 0 - 0
0
No sidelined player data available.

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home Vllaznia Shkodër
43.73%
Draw
26.12%
Away Malisheva
30.15%

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power ranking is SportMonks' model-based team strength indicator. Historical input capped to 2 seasons.
43.41
51.66
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Vllaznia Shkodër
Malisheva
Power Score
43.41
51.66
League Position
-
-
Global Rank
924
719

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

vs
Vllaznia Shkodër Opponent-weighted form score
Malisheva Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Vllaznia Shkodër Malisheva

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 0 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Vllaznia Shkodër Vllaznia Shkodër Home
0 matches
Malisheva Malisheva Away
Match Record
0
Wins
0
0
Draws
0
0
Losses
0
Goals
0
Goals Scored
0
0
Goals Conceded
0
0
Goal Difference
0
Expected Goals
0
xG
0
0
xGA
0

Data last updated: 2026-07-06T00:06:12+00:00

General Information

Date & Time
Jul 09, 2026, 06:00 PM
Competition
2026/2027 Europa Conference League, Europe · 1st Qualifying Round · Leg 1 of 2
Stadium
Stadiumi Loro Boriçi
Capacity
1200
Pitch Surface
Grass
Weather
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees
Giorgi Avazashvili
Levan Varamishvili
Giorgi Gogokhia
Koba Revazashvili

Squad

Referee : Giorgi Avazashvili

Squad

Kristi Qarri
Kristi Qarri Goalkeeper
1
Leon Pöhls
Leon Pöhls Goalkeeper
12
Aron Jukaj
Aron Jukaj Goalkeeper
31
Rezart Bunjaj
Rezart Bunjaj Goalkeeper
Arsid Kruja
Arsid Kruja Defender
23
Esin Hakaj
Esin Hakaj Defender
2
Erdenis Gurishta
Erdenis Gurishta Defender
55
Alexandros Kouros
Alexandros Kouros Defender
4
Jasmin Čeliković
Jasmin Čeliković Defender
29
Andrey Yago da Silva Mesquita Almeida
Andrey Yago da Silva Mesquita Almeida Defender
92
Elmando Gjini
Elmando Gjini Defender
16
Melos Bajrami
Melos Bajrami Defender
3
Gledjan Pusi
Gledjan Pusi Defender
Amir Brahimi
Amir Brahimi Defender
6
Ardit Krymi
Ardit Krymi Midfielder
98
Cristian Dros
Cristian Dros Midfielder
10
Sherif Kallaku
Sherif Kallaku Midfielder
7
Lirim Kastrati
Lirim Kastrati Midfielder
20
Esat Mala
Esat Mala Midfielder
25
Klinti Qato
Klinti Qato Midfielder
8
Eslit Sala
Eslit Sala Midfielder
11
Edon Murataj
Edon Murataj Midfielder
Xhoel Hajdari
Xhoel Hajdari Midfielder
40
Ensar Tafili
Ensar Tafili Midfielder
9
Bekim Balaj
Bekim Balaj Attacker
17
Bismark Charles Kwarema
Bismark Charles Kwarema Attacker
Alfred Mensah
Alfred Mensah Attacker
Antonio Delaj
Antonio Delaj Attacker
22
Kevin Dodaj
Kevin Dodaj Attacker
19
Aris Ara
Aris Ara Attacker
Referee : Giorgi Avazashvili

Squad

91
Ilir Avdyli
Ilir Avdyli Goalkeeper
12
Flamur Gashi
Flamur Gashi Goalkeeper
Yusif İmanov
Yusif İmanov Goalkeeper
31
Tiago Gomes dos Santos
Tiago Gomes dos Santos Goalkeeper
27
Andreas Skovgaard
Andreas Skovgaard Defender
Arbër Prekazi
Arbër Prekazi Defender
20
Arbër Pira
Arbër Pira Defender
34
Agon Xhaka
Agon Xhaka Defender
25
Riad Jashari
Riad Jashari Defender
5
Dren Kryeziu
Dren Kryeziu Defender
2
Arlind Veliu
Arlind Veliu Defender
3
Omer Bajraktari
Omer Bajraktari Defender
6
Besnik Ferati
Besnik Ferati Midfielder
11
Rilind Hetemi
Rilind Hetemi Midfielder
Mark Bushaj
Mark Bushaj Midfielder
10
E. Brruti
E. Brruti Midfielder
30
Donart Vitija
Donart Vitija Midfielder
28
Robert Mathieu Ndjigi II
Robert Mathieu Ndjigi II Midfielder
19
Emir Zogaj
Emir Zogaj Midfielder
Valmir Berisha
Valmir Berisha Attacker
18
Valjmir Nafiu
Valjmir Nafiu Attacker
Elom Nya-Vedji
Elom Nya-Vedji Attacker
99
Dzemal Ibishi
Dzemal Ibishi Attacker
23
Mevlan Zeka
Mevlan Zeka Attacker
7
Altin Aliu
Altin Aliu Attacker
24
Assane Diatta
Assane Diatta Attacker
Fatjon Bunjaku
Fatjon Bunjaku Attacker
14
Laurent Xhylani
Laurent Xhylani Attacker
9
Krenar Dulaj
Krenar Dulaj Attacker
Arian Telaku
Arian Telaku Attacker

CONCLUSION

Overall the preview highlights a European tie where Malisheva carries greater underlying strength into the first leg at Stadiumi Loro Boriçi. Limited historical indicators force both sides to rely on current preparations rather than recent results. Tactical discipline across phases will likely determine early momentum in this qualifying encounter. The hosts must leverage their home setting to offset the visitors' power edge while Malisheva looks to impose its assessed superiority from the start. Expect measured approaches as each team seeks to gain an advantage before the return fixture. This opening match sets the tone for progression hopes in the competition.