The head coach of Albania’s U-21 national team, Alban Bushi, has officially announced the 23-man squad for the upcoming friendly matches scheduled for September against Germany and Switzerland.
This squad includes two notable newcomers. Adi Kurti, defender of Hellas Verona, and Alain Taho, goalkeeper of Inter, have received their first call-ups to the U-21 side. Both players have previously represented Albania with impressive performances across youth levels (U-15, U-16, U-17, and U-19), earning the chance to now join the U-21 national team.
Alongside these fresh additions, Bushi has also called up six players currently active in Albania’s domestic leagues, coming from clubs competing in the Kategoria e Parë and the Abissnet Superiore. This reflects the coach’s ongoing effort to integrate local talent with those playing abroad.
The U-21 national team will begin its training camp on August 31, with the first session planned for the afternoon.
The two friendlies will provide valuable preparation for Albania’s young talents:
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Albania U-21 vs. Germany U-21 – September 5, 18:00 CET, at Elbasan Arena in Elbasan.
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Switzerland U-21 vs. Albania U-21 – September 8, 18:30 CET, at Brügglifeld Stadium in Aarau.
These matches are expected to serve as important tests for Bushi’s squad, offering a chance to evaluate both the new faces and the overall progress of the team against top European opposition.