Finland - Albania

Finland look to maintain their defensive stability as they welcome Albania to Olympiastadion on 3 October 2026 for this UEFA Nations League C group stage matchday 3 encounter. The hosts arrive following a goalless draw against Belarus, a result that followed their emphatic 7-0 demolition of San Marino. While Naatan Skyttae remains sidelined through injury, the expected XI features the experience of Lukas Hradecky in goal and Joel Pohjanpalo leading the attacking line. Finland will need to find the clinical edge they displayed against San Marino to break down a resilient visiting side.

Albania travel to Helsinki in excellent form, having secured back-to-back victories against Belarus and San Marino without conceding a single goal. Despite the high-impact loss of the injured Qazim Laci, the visitors boast a dangerous attacking trio in Rey Manaj, Myrto Uzuni, and Ernest Muci. With both teams eyeing the top of the group, this contest promises a tactical battle between Albania’s momentum and Finland’s home defensive resolve.