Sweden suffer shock defeat against Kosovo; Belgium top group

PA Media/DPA London Sweden’s faint hopes of qualifying for the World Cup were all-but extinguished as the 2018 quarter-finalists fell to a 1-0 defeat against Kosovo in Stockholm. Fisnik Asllani fired a first-half effort that allowed the Kosovans...

Sandro Tonali warning sounded by Italian media

A successful October for Sandro Tonali and Italy. Two games, two wins and six goals scored by the World Cup hopefuls. Saturday had seen Sandro Tonali with a masterful man of the match display as Italy won 3-1 away to Estonia, the Newcastle United...

Kosovo local elections test PM, EU leverage

PRISTINA – Kosovo’s local election results are complicating Prime Minister Albin Kurti’s political strategies and potentially giving the European Union fresh leverage to push for stalled normalisation with Serbia. The vote, held last Sunday, saw...

Rey Manaj dedicates his historic goal to Kosovo

After a historic night for the Albanian National Team, Rey Manaj has become the symbol of victory against Serbia. The red-and-black striker scored a spectacular goal that not only gave Albania three points but also remained in the memory of all...

‘A fiasco’ – Viktor Gyokeres speaks out on woeful Sweden form after Kosovo defeat

Arsenal’s Viktor Gyokeres fired a blank as Sweden’s winless run continued (Picture: Getty) A despondent Viktor Gyokeres has questioned the ‘attitude’ of Sweden’s players and labelled the side’s miserable form a ‘fiasco’ following a dismal World...

‘Completely broken’ - Swedish Media’s Brutal Isak & Gyokeres Reaction After Kosovo Loss

Sign in to your GiveMeSport account Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres may have moved clubs for a combined fee of £180 million during the summer transfer window, but the Swedish strikeforce blanked once again as their nation look set to miss out...

Where to watch Spain vs. Bulgaria: Latest team news and TV information

Spain will look to take one step closer to qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup when they take on Bulgaria in their next qualifier. La Roja continued their perfect start to their qualifying campaign with a 2-0 win over Georgia in their previous...

Where to watch Latvia vs. England: Latest team news and TV information

England will aim to officially secure their ticket to next summer's World Cup finals when they make the trip to face Latvia on Tuesday night. Thomas Tuchel's England continue to go from strength to strength, with the German boss ticking off...

Where to watch Portugal vs. Hungary: Latest team news and TV information

Portugal have the chance of confirming their ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup next year when they welcome Hungary in their next qualifier. Roberto Martinez's side had to tough it out against the Republic of Ireland to maintain their perfect...

Where to watch Italy vs. Israel: Latest team news and TV information

Italy return to Udine on Tuesday night knowing that just a single point against Israel will be enough to confirm their place in the 2026 World Cup playoffs. Luciano Spalletti's side edged an unforgettable nine-goal thriller when the two teams met...

Kosovo’s Main Municipalities Face Runoffs After Close-Run Local Elections

A person prepares to cast their vote in local elections in North Mitrovica,12 October 2025. Photo: EPA/GEORGI LICOVSKI. Preliminary counts from Sunday’s municipal elections in Kosovo indicate that most major Albanian-majority municipalities –...

Ex-Blackburn Rovers boss Jon Dahl Tomasson could be in line for EFL Championship return

Former Blackburn Rovers manager Jon Dahl Tomasson has been dismissed from his role as Sweden's men's national team boss, with a 1-0 home defeat to Kosovo on Monday night all but confirming that Sweden will not be going to the 2026 World Cup....

Kosovo Spy Agency’s Undocumented ‘Special Ops’ Spending: Probe Halted

According to information obtained by BIRN, based on the findings of the internal report, and confirmed by Shala, the three directors oversaw a special fund for secret missions, but failed to keep a paper trail of spending. Between 2017 and 2020,...

World Cup qualifying roundup: Sweden on brink of elimination after Kosovo defeat

Sweden’s faint hopes of qualifying for the World Cup were all-but extinguished as the 2018 quarter-finalists lost 1-0 against Kosovo in Stockholm. Fisnik Asllani fired a first-half effort that allowed the Kosovans to complete a remarkable double...

Sweden vs Kosovo LIVE Score Updates in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Match

This is the start time for the Sweden vs. Kosovo match on October 13, 2025, in various countries: Argentina: 3:45 p.m. - Disney Premium Bolivia: 2:45 p.m. - Disney Premium Brazil: 3:45 p.m. - ESPN 4, Disney Premium Brazil Chile: 3:45 p.m. - Disney...

Sweden vs Kosovo: How to Watch, Odds, WCQ Preview

Sweden and Kosovo face off in World Cup 2026 qualifying action. Here's everything you need to know ahead of kickoff, including how to watch Sweden vs Kosovo and odds. How to watch Sweden vs. Kosovo Date: Monday, October 13, 2025 Time: 2:45 p.m. ET...

Watch Sweden vs Kosovo: TV & streaming info as Isak and Gyokeres look to rescue World Cup qualification campaign

Watch Sweden vs Kosovo for a crucial game for Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyokeres in World Cup qualifying, with all the information on live streams and TV coverage right here. Sweden vs Kosovo: Key information ► Date: Monday 13 October 2025 ►...

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Sweden vs Kosovo promises to be an enthralling fixture in Group A of the European section of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Sweden have had a dreadful start in their quest to secure a spot in next year’s World Cup in North America. Despite...

Western Balkans: EU president must raise media freedom crisis during visit

Against the backdrop of a rapidly worsening media freedom crisis across the Western Balkans region, most prominently in Serbia, a coalition of international media freedom, journalists’ and freedom of expression organisations call on European...

Leading Rangers manager candidate backed by former boss as Celtic ace could link up with ex Chelsea gaffer

The headlines from Celtic and Rangers as the Ibrox managerial hunt continues Former Rangers manager Alex McLeish believes a player that he once signed for the Ibrox club in 2002 has the characteristics and personality to be a good replacement for...