Albania U19
Wikipedia - Albania national under-19 football team
The Albania national under-19 football team represents Albania in international football at this age level in the UEFA European Under-19 Championship and the FIFA U-20 World Cup, as well as any other under-19 international football tournaments. It is controlled by Albanian Football Association, the governing body for football in Albania.
History
Before 2002, the event was classified as a U-18 tournament.
| UEFA European Under-19 Championship record | UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualification record | Manager(s) | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Round | Position | Pld | W | D * | L | GF | GA | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | |||
| 2002 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 14 | Petrit Haxhia | |||||||||
| 2003 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 16 | Haxhia | |||||||||
| 2004 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | Haxhia | |||||||||
| 2005 | did not qualify | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 14 | Haxhia | |||||||||
| 2006 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 8 | Haxhia | |||||||||
| 2007 | did not qualify | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 4 | Ramadan Shehu | |||||||||
| 2008 | did not qualify | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 9 | Shehu | |||||||||
| 2009 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 10 | Shehu | |||||||||
| 2010 | did not qualify | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 8 | Nevil Dede | |||||||||
| 2011 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 8 | Shehu | |||||||||
| 2012 | did not qualify | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | Skënder Gega | |||||||||
| 2013 | did not qualify | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6 | Foto Strakosha | |||||||||
| 2014 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | Strakosha | |||||||||
| 2015 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 7 | Altin Lala | |||||||||
| 2016 | did not qualify | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 8 | Arjan Bellaj | |||||||||
| 2017 | did not qualify | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Bellaj | |||||||||
| 2018 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 9 | Erjon Bogdani | |||||||||
| 2019 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5 | Bogdani | |||||||||
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Tournament was cancelled | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 11 | Dede | |||||||||
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Tournament was cancelled | Tournament was cancelled | Armando Cungu | ||||||||||||||
| 2022 | did not qualify | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 7 | Cungu | |||||||||
| 2023 | did not qualify | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 8 | Cungu | |||||||||
| 2024 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 6 | Ervin Bulku | |||||||||
| 2025 | did not qualify | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 8 | Julian Ahmataj | |||||||||
| 2026 | To be determined | To be determined | Ahmataj | ||||||||||||||
| 2027 | To be determined | To be determined | |||||||||||||||
| Total | 74 | 11 | 10 | 53 | 57 | 177 | |||||||||||
| WAFF U-19 Championship | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Result | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | |
| 2024 | Group stages | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | |
| Total | Gropstage | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | |
The Albania U19 national soccer team represents Albania in international youth competitions and is governed by the Albanian Football Association (FSHF). Comprising talented players aged 19 and under, the team serves as a crucial stepping stone for young athletes aspiring to make their mark in professional football and the senior national team.
The squad is known for its dynamic playing style, characterized by a blend of technical skill, tactical awareness, and a strong team spirit. The coaching staff focuses on developing players' abilities while instilling a sense of national pride and commitment to the team's success.
Albania U19 competes in various tournaments, including the UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualifiers, where they aim to showcase their potential on the European stage. The team's colors, red and black, reflect the national identity, and their emblem symbolizes the rich cultural heritage of Albania.
With a growing reputation in youth football, Albania U19 is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of soccer stars, fostering talent, and building a competitive team that can achieve success in both regional and international arenas.
The squad is known for its dynamic playing style, characterized by a blend of technical skill, tactical awareness, and a strong team spirit. The coaching staff focuses on developing players' abilities while instilling a sense of national pride and commitment to the team's success.
Albania U19 competes in various tournaments, including the UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualifiers, where they aim to showcase their potential on the European stage. The team's colors, red and black, reflect the national identity, and their emblem symbolizes the rich cultural heritage of Albania.
With a growing reputation in youth football, Albania U19 is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of soccer stars, fostering talent, and building a competitive team that can achieve success in both regional and international arenas.