Albania U-21 to Play Italy U-21 Friendly Match in Pordenone on June 8, 2026

 Albania U-21 will face Italy U-21 in a high-profile international friendly on June 8, 2026, at the “Omero Tognon” stadium in Pordenone.

The match, scheduled to kick off at 18:15 local time, has been confirmed following an agreement between the Albanian Football Federation (FSHF) and the Italian Football Federation. The fixture is part of Albania U-21’s June training camp and represents a key test against one of Europe’s strongest youth sides.

This will be the second friendly during the June international window for Albania U-21, while FSHF is also working to finalize an additional opponent for the first week of June. These matches are designed to provide competitive preparation ahead of future international challenges.

Under head coach Alban Bushi, the Albanian U-21 squad is entering this phase in strong form, having recorded four consecutive wins in recent friendly matches. The upcoming fixtures will be crucial for evaluating player development and squad depth ahead of long-term objectives.

Albania U-21 is already qualified for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship 2027 as one of the host nations, making these friendlies an important part of strategic preparation for the tournament.