The league phase will be played in a home-and-away format, with each team facing every other team in its group once at home and once away.

Matches will take place across three international windows in 2027: the first two fixtures from February 23 to March 6, the third and fourth matches from April 13 to 24, and the final two encounters from June 7 to 15.

League B consists of 16 national teams split into four groups of four. Each group winner will be promoted to League A for the 2029 European Championship qualifying phase.

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The victory, which also marks the conclusion of the championship’s first phase, reconfirmed that the reigning Albanian champions from Rrogozhina remain incredibly difficult to beat. With these three points, Egnatia leaps into first place, overtaking Teuta and handing them their first defeat of the season. Nevil Dede’s team now leads with 21 points, while Edlir Tetova’s squad sits just behind on 20 points.

While the derby between Tirana and Dinamo City played earlier in the day ended in a 1-1 draw. This match of the ninth round was marred by tension, with the referee flashing four red cards.

The other three matches of the “Abissnet Superiore” were played yesterday.

Vora secured a crucial 2-1 home victory against Vllaznia. Meanwhile, Skënderbeu and Laçi played out a 1-1 draw.

The most dramatic action unfolded at the “Elbasan Arena,” where Elbasani faced Partizani and won 2-1.

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On Wednesday, FK Vora hosts Vllaznia at 13:30, followed by Skënderbeu vs. Laçi and AF Elbasani vs. Partizani at 18:30. The round wraps up on Thursday with Tirana facing Dinamo City at 13:30 and Egnatia taking on Teuta at 18:30.

Week 9 of the Abissnet Superiore:

FK Vora – Vllaznia, 28.10.2026, 13:30, “Vora” Stadium

Skënderbeu – KF Laçi, 28.10.2026, 18:30, “Skënderbeu” Stadium

AF Elbasani – Partizani, 28.10.2026, 18:30, “Elbasan Arena” Stadium

Tirana – Dinamo City, 29.10.2026, 13:30, “Niko Dovana” Stadium

Egnatia – Teuta, 29.10.2026, 18:30, “Arena Egnatia” Stadium

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KF Vllaznia has been fined 50,000 lekë due to the misconduct of spectators, who threw objects onto the field of play.

KF ​​Sopoti was penalized for the same violation, while FC Dinamo City official Andri Cara has received a five-match ban for abusing match officials.

Mario Bytyçi (KF Tërbuni) and Klodian Arbri (FK Tomori) have each been handed a four-match ban for abusing match officials.

Meanwhile, Naim Halilaj, an official for the KF Laçi U-17 team, has been fined 20,000 lekë and suspended for six matches from all activities organized by the FA, following repeated instances of unsporting behavior towards the referees.

According to the Committee’s decision, KF Laçi bears joint liability for the payment of the financial obligations incurred by the club official. /e.i/r.e/a.f/p.s./

During his remarks, Ylli highlighted the special friendship between Albania and Italy, as well as the consistent support Italy has provided our country with over the years.

He emphasized the importance of sport and organizations like ACES Europe in promoting the values, traditions and identities of nations, describing sport as a bridge for cooperation, friendship and mutual understanding among peoples.

Attending the gala were prominent figures from the Italian, European and international sports communities, including ACES Europe President Gian Francesco Lupatelli; CONI representative Luciano Buonfiglio; FIGC Commissioner and International Olympic Committee (IOC) member Giovanni Malagò; and the Secretary General of the European Olympic Committees Carlo Mornati. Also present were President of the Italian Paralympic Committee Marco Giunio De Sanctis; the Vice-President of the Turkish Olympic Committee Bilge Donuk; as well as the honorary presidents of ACES Andrey Kovatchev, Giusi Princi and Roberto Formigoni. /gj.m/j.p/p.s./

Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja congratulated the Albanian athlete today on this achievement, describing it as yet another milestone that brings pride to Albanian sports.

“Lara Colturi starts the season with Albania on the podium! The Albanian skier took second place in the giant slalom in Sölden, Austria, during the opening race of the 2026–2027 Alpine Skiing World Cup,” Gonxhja wrote in a social media post.

He also commended the efforts of the Albanian Ski Federation and wished Colturi success in her upcoming competitions.

Colturi finished second, just one-hundredth of a second behind American skier Paula Moltzan, while Germany’s Emma Aicher took third place. /e.xh/r.e/p.s./

“Lara Colturi is ready for her next challenge! The World Cup season kicks off with the giant slalom in Sölden. Good luck, Lara!” — Gonxhja posted on social media.

Colturi is set to kick off the new Ski World Cup season by competing in the giant slalom at Sölden.

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The federation praised Kofsha’s performance in a social media post, describing the result as another significant achievement for Albanian weightlifting.

“One lift set the platform alight, electrified Durrës and culminated in the eagle celebration. Strength, heart and red-and-black pride! Ertjan Kofsha lifts huge weights, raises the Albanian flag and gives the European Championships another unforgettable moment,” the federation said.

Kofsha’s medals further strengthen Albania’s presence on the international weightlifting stage, the federation added.

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The organizers announced on social media that current conditions of protests do not meet the safety standards required for such a large-scale event, putting both runners and spectators at risk.

Hence, registrations will automatically carry over to the new dates, and race kits will be handed out two days before the event. Registration remains open.

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Junior Male −55 kg division, Hasani secured Albania’s first medal at this level in records dating back to 1999.

To secure the bronze medal, Neevis had to defeat opponents from Switzerland, South Africa and Egypt; he also faced a representative from Azerbaijan and secured a victory against an opponent from Portugal.

“With a record of 4 wins and 1 loss, Neevis Hasani has achieved a significant result on the global stage, ranking among the top three in his category,” wrote Minister Gonxhja.

This was the 14th edition of the World Championships, featuring participants from the federations of 180 different countries. /j.p/r.e/p.s./