Foda clarifies the shortages and evaluates the new trends in Kosovo


Wednesday, May 27th 2026

The head coach of the Kosovo National Team, Franco Foda, has clarified the reasons for the absence of Milot Rashicë, Florent Hadërgjonaj and Fidan Aliti, announcing that all three footballers are out of the team due to injuries.

In a statement to the media, the German coach emphasized that he has been in constant communication with the players and denied any possibility that they have considered leaving the National Team.

“I talked to him the three players are injured. Milot Rashica had physical problems and there was a risk of suffering another injury,” Foda said. He added that the players are still committed to Kosovo and want to return as soon as they are physically ready. “None of them have said they want to leave. They all want to continue with the Kosovo national team.” invited to the team, singling out Dardan Shabanhaxhaj, Rilind Nivokazin and Valmir Matoshi, who according to him have left a positive impression with their performances.

“I personally followed them in their matches, including the meeting Lugano – Sion. All three have shown good performances and for this reason have been invited to the National Team”, he said.

The coach hinted that the door of Kosovo remains open for footballers who continue to show good form in their clubs.

“If they continue with good performances in the future, they will certainly continue to be invited to the National Team”, concluded Foda. /GazetaExpress/


Source: prizrenpost

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