Kosovo and Sweden will battle for three valuable points in the second round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers when they meet at Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri on Monday, 8 September 2025.
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Kosovo vs Sweden predictions: Visitors to reign supreme
Key stats
- Sweden came out on top the last three times these teams clashed.
- While Kosovo have conceded first in four consecutive matches, Sweden opened the scoring in 10 of their last 11 games.
- Four of Kosovo’s last five matches produced goals at both ends.
Correct score prediction: Kosovo 1-3 Sweden
Although Kosovo have five wins in their last six games, they are coming off a humiliating 4-0 defeat against Switzerland.
On the other hand, Sweden are unbeaten in their last four matches and have a 6-1-1 win-draw-loss record in their last eight games across all competitions. They also have a perfect three wins from three previous skirmishes with Kosovo.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Sweden are clear favourites
- HOME: 16/5 (4.20) – 23.8%
- DRAW: 27/10 (3.70) – 27%
- AWAY: 4/5 (1.80) – 55.6%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
While Kosovo kicked off their FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign with a 4-0 defeat, Sweden played out a 2-2 draw with Slovenia in their opening game.
Ahead of this encounter, Sweden are the expected winners at 4/5 (1.80). Teams with these odds usually have a 55.6% probability of winning.
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Also, keeping in mind that four of Kosovo's last five games produced goals at both ends, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 4/5 (1.80). That one has a 55.6% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Business as usual for Sweden?
There have been three previous encounters between these sides and Sweden won all three without conceding a single goal.
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 09/10/21
Sweden
Kosovo
Europe - World Cup Qualifying 28/03/21
Kosovo
Sweden
International Match 12/01/20
Sweden
Kosovo
Kosovo preview: Hoping to get their qualifying campaign back on track
In a group Kosovo were expected to be the weeping boys, the result of their first match didn't come as a surprise to many, with a large disparity in quality between them and their group opponents.
Napoli's Amir Rrahmani suffered a second-half injury in the humiliating 4-0 loss to Switzerland last week, and should be unavailable for this game, giving Ilir Krasniqi the opportunity to start.
The hosts may have conceded four before the break against the Swiss, but holding out the entire second half of that game unbreached was commendable and should, in a way, motivate them against Sweden.
Predicted lineup: Muric (GK), Paqarada, Dellova, I. Krasniqi, Vojvoda, Jashari, Rexhbecaj, Avdullahu, Muslija, E. Krasniqi & Muriqi.
Last five matches
- Switzerland 4-0 Kosovo
- Kosovo 4-2 Comoros
- Kosovo 5-2 Armenia
- Iceland 1-3 Kosovo
- Kosovo 2-1 Iceland
Sweden preview: No new absentees
A lack of concentration inside the box cost Sweden all three points in their World Cup qualifying opener in Ljubljana last Friday, as Zan Vipotnik’s equaliser late in the game sent the home crowd into wild celebration.
Still on the road this time, the Swedes are favourites to pick up their first three points in the group, and with no recent injuries to derail their plans, they should be able to get the job done.
Alexander Isak was an unused substitute in Slovenia, but the new Liverpool man is expected to play his first match of the season on Monday.
Predicted lineup: Olsen (GK), Gudmundsson, Hien, Ekdal, Saletros, Svensson, Ayari, Larsson, Bernhardsson, Elanga & Gyokeres.
Last five matches
- Slovenia 2-2 Sweden
- Sweden 4-3 Algeria
- Hungary 0-2 Sweden
- Sweden 5-1 Northern Ireland
- Luxembourg 1-0 Sweden
Player to watch: Alexander Isak
Alexander Isak is expected to get some playing time after sitting on the bench in Sweden's 2-2 draw with Slovenia last time out. The former Newcastle United forward made a deadline-day switch to Liverpool for £125 million over a week ago. He was on the scoresheet in the last two encounters between these teams and will fancy his chances against Kosovo once again.