Albania vs San Marino Preview: Can the Red and Blacks Finish the October Window in Style?

Albania have been on a long losing run, and San Marino have scored just twice in their last five games while conceding fourteen. Something has to give in Tirana. Albania vs San Marino is today's Group 1 fixture in UEFA Nations League C, and it is the return leg of the clash played in San Marino on 29 September. A win would give Albania a strong end to the window, while San Marino will look for their first positive result of the campaign. Below you'll find the kick-off details, form and our prediction, plus the Albania vs San Marino match page on score808 if you want to follow the game online.

Albania vs San Marino: Match Details

• Competition: UEFA Nations League C, Group 1, Game Week 4
• Date: Tuesday, 6 October 2026
• Kick-off: 20:45 CEST, which is 18:45 UTC (19:45 UK time)
• Venue: Air Albania Stadium, Tirana
• Follow online: score808.stream

The Group: Finland, Albania, Belarus and San Marino

Group 1 has four teams, and the prize is clear: the winner earns promotion to League B. Albania opened at home to Belarus on 26 September, visited San Marino on 29 September and travelled to Finland on 3 October, so check the live table for how that run went. After today, they host Finland on 12 November and finish away to Belarus on 15 November. San Marino, for their part, started with a 7-0 defeat to Finland, then hosted Albania and visited Belarus on 3 October. They finish at home to Belarus on 12 November and away to Finland on 15 November.

Albania Preview: Searching for Consistency

Albania's recent record before the Nations League was difficult, with five straight defeats: 1-0 to Luxembourg, 1-0 to Israel, 1-0 to Ukraine, 2-1 to Poland and 2-0 to England. They did, however, start the campaign with a 2-0 win over Belarus on 26 September, which shows they can turn things around.

Playing at the Air Albania Stadium in Tirana gives them a loud, supportive home crowd, and a game against the group's lowest-ranked side is a chance to build momentum.

San Marino Preview: A Tough Spell

San Marino are ranked 210th in the world, and their recent form reflects a difficult run. Fotmob lists them as winless in their last five matches, with two goals scored and fourteen conceded. Their results before the window included a 7-1 defeat in Romania, 2-1 defeats to Azerbaijan, Bangladesh and the Faroe Islands, and a goalless draw with Andorra.

San Marino will aim to stay organised and make the most of any set pieces or counter-attacks. A point in Tirana would be a notable result.

Head-to-Head

I couldn't find a reliable recent head-to-head record, so I've left it out. The first leg in San Marino on 29 September is the latest chapter, so check the live score808 page for the result.

Key Battles to Watch

1. Albania's attack against San Marino's low block. Expect the hosts to dominate possession, so patience and movement in the final third will matter.

2. San Marino's set pieces and counters. With little possession expected, these are their clearest route to a goal.

3. Albania's finishing. After a run of low-scoring games, taking early chances could set the tone.

4. Group momentum. With Finland and Belarus also in the group, Albania need to collect points from games like this one.

Team News

Confirmed line-ups were not available at the time of writing. Starting XIs are usually announced about an hour before kick-off. Follow updates on the live score808 match page.

Prediction: Albania vs San Marino

Form, ranking and home advantage all point to Albania. Our pick is a comfortable Albania win, with a clean sheet likely. Please gamble responsibly, and only where it is legal.

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Albania vs San Marino: FAQs

What time is Albania vs San Marino?
Kick-off is 20:45 CEST on 6 October 2026, which is 18:45 UTC and 19:45 UK time.

Where is Albania vs San Marino being played?
At the Air Albania Stadium in Tirana, Albania.

Which competition is this match part of?
UEFA Nations League C, Group 1, alongside Finland and Belarus.

What does the group winner get?
Promotion to League B.

How is San Marino ranked?
210th in the FIFA rankings, according to Fotmob.

Where can I follow Albania vs San Marino online?
On the score808 Albania vs San Marino match page.