Sweden has only managed to secure 1 point since the start of the campaign. Therefore, the pressure to beat Kosovo is immense. This team boasts some of the world's most expensive stars such as Isak, Elanga, Gyokeres, etc., and also has the home advantage, so they are expected to easily get 3 points.
But as usual, Sweden played poorly. Their star players, including Isak and Gyokeres, played haphazardly, while Kosovo were far more effective on the counter-attack. In the 32nd minute, Veldin Hoxha assisted Fisnik Asllani for a close-range goal. A few minutes later, the visitors had another golden opportunity to double their lead, but the home goalkeeper saved Vedat Muriqi's powerful shot, and Leon Avdullahu's follow-up attempt hit the post. The first 45 minutes ended with a 0-1 lead for Kosovo.
In the second half, Sweden's coach, John Dahl Tomason, made three substitutions. He brought on Anthony Elanga, Rohny Bardghji, and Saletros to strengthen the attack.
However, despite the home team creating more chances in the second half, Kosovo's defense and goalkeeper Aro Muric displayed excellent form. They completely ceded control of the midfield to their opponents, playing aggressively in front of the penalty area to intercept. As a result, despite attacking nine times, Sweden only created one clear-cut chance. In the 90th minute, Isak unleashed a beautiful shot, but Aro Muric made a spectacular save to keep the net intact.
No further goals were scored until the end of the match, and Kosovo secured three precious points. They solidified their second place position with 7 points, 6 points ahead of Sweden and with a superior goal difference. Thus, Sweden's only chance of advancing is theoretical. They must win both of their remaining matches and hope Kosovo loses their remaining two matches so that their goal difference is inferior to theirs. This is a highly unlikely scenario.
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