The Disciplinary Commission of the Albanian Football Federation has published its decisions following the incidents and violence recorded at the “Elbasan Arena”. Both KF Elbasani and KF Tirana have been sanctioned with fines and two matches without fans in their respective stadiums. AF Elbasani was fined 500,000 lek for failing to ensure order and safety during the match, allowing unauthorized persons onto the field, and for throwing objects and endangering the safety of play

Pogradeci and Besa Kavajë face each other this Monday in the First Division play-off final, in a decisive match for the dream of reaching the Abissnet Superiore. The match will be played at Elbasan Arena starting at 17:00, while coaches Emiljano Çela and Gugash Magani have already decided on their starting line-ups. OFFICIAL LINE-UPS: POGRADECI: Marin, Toshevski, Kasmollari, Greca, Lesai, Ogunleye, Kazeem, Lila, Samake, Danladi, Shanaj. Coach: Emiljano Çela. BESA: Abdullahu,

While Skënderbeu are still in the early days of their break, the club’s management has no intention of resting, as they have already started thinking about building the new Skënderbeu squad for the Superliga. For several days now, there has been talk in football circles in the southeast about the new coach, but the club’s presidency has not yet made an official statement to reveal the name of the man who will lead the team in the top division. On the other hand, it has been d

The season has ended for KF Skënderbeu, but in the Korçë club there seems to be no time for rest. While the players have returned to their families after the end of the championship, the management has immediately started moves to build the squad for the new season, a season in which the objectives are expected to be much more ambitious. In the club offices, intensive work is being carried out by president Ardian Takaj and technical director Ardi Gjançi, who have begun identi

Tickets for the 2026 World Cup are being sold on the resale market for less than those offered directly by FIFA, increasing expectations that prices may drop further in the weeks before the tournament begins. FIFA opened a new sales phase yesterday, and for the opening match of the United States against Paraguay in Los Angeles on June 12, a Category 1 ticket cost $2,735. However, on FIFA’s official resale platform, tickets of the same category were being offered starting from

Skënderbeu veterans have confirmed their next friendly match, which will be against Kostur. The game will be played on May 25 at the “Skënderbeu” stadium and will start at 18:00 in the evening. This test has undoubtedly set the club’s management into motion for preparations for this international friendly, and it is not the first time that Kostur veterans have arrived at the “Skënderbeu” stadium. Meanwhile, while this match will be played on May 25, a friendly tournament in K

Skënderbeu for the new season is expected to start very soon, and undoubtedly the new team will begin with a new coach. Ernest Gjoka is almost on his way out of Skënderbeu, and now it only remains for the red-and-white club to officially announce the termination of cooperation with Gjoka going forward. After that, attention will turn to the new name for the bench, which is eagerly awaited by all Skënderbeu fans. Although Gjoka’s departure has not yet been made official, sever

It appears that the paths of coach Ernest Gjoka and Skënderbeu Korçë are heading toward a separation, although there has been no official announcement from the club so far. However, recent signals and behind-the-scenes developments suggest that the cooperation between the two sides is coming to an end. The situation becomes even more interesting following recent reports circulating in sporting circles, according to which Gjoka could be preparing for another coaching adventure

The FIFA World Cup is not only a competition for the most coveted trophy, but also a stage where football history is written. Each edition brings new opportunities to break records, while the biggest names in world football move closer to legendary achievements. Ahead of the next tournament, attention is focused not only on the title contenders, but also on the individuals who could leave their mark in the record books. From experienced coaches to stars like Lionel Messi, Cri

Laçi managed to finish this season in the First Division as league champions, achieving an epic comeback that ultimately overtook Skënderbeu. The 1–0 victory, with a last-second goal, was only the conclusion of an impressive run for the Kurbin side, who at one point in the season found themselves more than 10 points behind the Korça team. However, 18 wins in their last 19 matches in the regular season allowed the team led by Naxhi Shensoj to gradually close the gap and eventu

Skënderbeu yesterday failed to win the championship title, as they were defeated by Laçi at home. A match that actually decided the title, and Skënderbeu made mistakes at the most critical moment, losing the championship and a €30,000 bonus from the Albanian Football Federation (FSHF). Beyond the loss of the title, below we are presenting the photo that shows how many fans were in the stands of the “Skënderbeu” stadium yesterday. Before the match, the club called on fans to c

Yesterday’s match between Skënderbeu and Laçi in Korça was the last one for Ernest Gjoka as head coach of the Korça side. An experience that could have ended with a trophy instead concluded dramatically with a defeat that dropped Skënderbeu to second place in the standings. Gjoka, who joined Skënderbeu last season, had a contract running until the end of this campaign with the Korça club, and after this match, the parties are now simply waiting for it to expire before going t

SKËNDERBEU-LAÇI 0-1 Scorer: Kurti 96’ SKËNDERBEU: Dobjani, De Oliveira, Nasr, Beshiraj, Dumfour, Gjumsi, Estrella, Vangjeli, Janaqi, Aboubacar, Shaqe. Coach: Ernest Gjoka. LAÇI: Biba, Azizi, Kurti, Jiakpona, Tresa, Myrta, Muhamed, Bibo, Mjaki, Traore, Nërguti. Coach: Naci Sensoy. Referee: Florian Lata The big final of the First Category between Skënderbeu and Laçi started with rhythm and emotion, but without finding the way to the net in the first 45 minutes. The match played

Today and tomorrow the final round of the “First Division” championship will be played, concluding a season full of rivalry, emotions, and a high level of competition. Five matches will be played today at 15:00, while tomorrow (Monday) at 17:00 the final match will take place between Skënderbeu and Laçi, where the champion’s trophy will also be awarded. Both teams have already secured promotion to the “Abissnet Superiore” for next season, and their direct clash will determine

On May 3 and 4, the final round of the “Kategoria e Parë” championship will be played, closing a season filled with rivalry, emotions, and a high level of competition. Five matches will be played on Sunday at 15:00, while on Monday at 17:00 the concluding clash between Skënderbeu Korçë and KF Laçi will take place, where the championship trophy will also be awarded. Both teams have already secured promotion to the Abissnet Superiore for next season, and their direct encounter

On Monday, May 4, the First Division (Kategoria e Parë) season comes to an end, while all attention at 17:00 will be on the “Skënderbeu” stadium, where the two best teams of the championship, Skënderbeu Korçë and KF Laçi, will decide the title. Skënderbeu Korçë has some advantages in this final clash of the season, as they are playing at home and are supported by their fans. Additionally, the Korçë side is 1 point ahead of KF Laçi and needs only two results: a win or a draw.

The final that closes the regular season in the Albanian First Division (Kategoria e Parë) promises strong emotions and intense rivalry, even though both teams have already achieved their main objective. In Korçë, Skënderbeu Korçë will host KF Laçi in a match that will decide not only the champion, but also a significant financial reward. The match will be played on May 4 at 17:00 and is expected to be a true football celebration. Both teams have already secured their return

Decision No. 42 of the Disciplinary and Ethics Commission of the Albanian Football Association, dated 30.04.2026 1. KF Tirana, for improper behavior of spectators, including offensive chants and banners, lighting flares, and damaging stadium seats, based on articles 17/2/c, 17/2/e and 17/2/f of the KDE, is fined in the amount of 200,000 (two hundred thousand) ALL. KF Tirana is ordered to compensate the damages caused at “Air Albania” Stadium according to the inspection rep

On Monday, May 4, the First Division season comes to an end, while all attention at 17:00 will be on the “Skënderbeu” stadium, where the two best teams of the category, Skënderbeu Korçë and KF Laçi, will compete for the championship title. Skënderbeu has several advantages going into this final match of the season, as it plays at home with strong support from its fans. On the other hand, Skënderbeu is 1 point ahead of Laçi and has two favorable outcomes: a win or even a draw.

A referee selected for the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, has been arrested on allegations of sexual violence against a minor. The news, published by the British tabloid The Sun, reports that the referee, who was on the UEFA list for the upcoming tournament, was arrested after a cup match in the United Kingdom. FIFA has immediately announced that, while investigations are ongoing, he will not be appointed to any matches, including