Kosovo Faces Israel in UEFA Nations League B Group 3 Match

Who sits where in Group 3?

Kosovo enters the weekend in second place after collecting five points through their opening four fixtures. Kosovo opened their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Ireland, secured by a late winner from captain Vedat Muriqi. Kosovo dominated that encounter with 57% possession and 22 shots.

Israel arrives at Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri sitting fourth in the table with two points. Israel has recorded two draws and two defeats across their four group matches.

Can Israel avoid the relegation playoff?

Israel trails the third-placed team by three points with only two fixtures remaining in the group stage. To steer clear of the relegation playoff, Israel needs a win on Saturday alongside favorable results on the final matchday.

Both of Israel’s goals in League B Group 3 have come away from home. However, the squad has also conceded four goals across those two away fixtures.

What is the head-to-head record?

Israel has never beaten Kosovo in any of their three previous meetings. That stretch includes one defeat and two draws, with Israel scoring just once while conceding twice.

The reverse fixture between the two sides ended in a scoreless 0-0 draw. Kosovo controlled large periods of that match despite failing to score.

Who are the expected starters?

Kosovo manager Foda is expected to deploy captain Muriqi and Edon Zhegrova in attack alongside Baton Zabergja. Bleon Kurtulus could earn his international debut as part of a back three alongside Ilir Krasniqi and Ron Raci.

Israel is likely to start Oscar Gloukh and Liel Abada behind Dor Turgeman in attack. Captain Dor Peretz is slated to anchor a three-man midfield.

Saturday afternoon at Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri.

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