Romania vs Kosovo Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Nations League, November 15, 2024

Romania vs Kosovo Preview

• Date: Friday, November 15
• Kick-off Time: 7:45 pm GMT
• Venue: National Arena, Romania

Romania and Kosovo will take on each other in a thrilling encounter as a part of the UEFA Nations League C Group 2 matchday five. The two nations are at the top of their group and are preparing themselves for a promotion to the second division. The Romania vs Kosovo game could very well determine the winners of the group who get the opportunity to earn a direct promotion while the runners-up contest a promotion qualification.

In the last six games, the Romanian national team has managed four victories accompanied by a defeat and draws. Romania had a decent run in the Euros where the soccer world became witness to the potential of the nation. The national team will be wary of complacency leading to them eventually losing the top spot.

Inconsistencies and mixed results have marked the latest outings of Kosovo. Franco Foda’s men have accumulated three victories and three defeats in the last six games. Kosovo scored nine goals and conceded nine during this period. Kosovo’s objective will be to be patient and hit Romania hard on Friday to take up the first place. The country will be hungry for revenge after losing the reverse fixture 3-0 at home.

Romania National Football Team News

Romania lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation during the 2024 European Championship. Since then, Mircea Lucescu has taken over and implemented a 4-3-3 formation which has brought great success to the national team. There are no injury issues in the camp so far.

Kosovo National Football Team News

Leart Paqarada is out with a knock and will not be able to make it in time for the game against Romania. The rest of the squad will be available for selection at Franco Foda’s disposal.

Romania vs Kosovo Predicted Lineups

Romania National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Nita

Defenders: Ratiu, Dragusin, Burca, Sorescu

Midfielders: R. Marin, M. Marin, Stanciu

Forwards: Man, Dragus, Mihaila

Kosovo National Football Team Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Muric

Defenders: Vojvoda, Rrahmani, Dellova, Rrudhani

Midfielders: Emerllahu, Jashari, Rashica

Forwards: Zhegrova, Krasniqi, Rrahmani

Romania vs Kosovo H2H Record

Romania and Kosovo have squared up against each other thrice since the start of last year. In these three matches, Romania has won twice and one contest ended in a draw.

Key Players to Watch in Romania vs Kosovo

Radu Dragusin (Romania)

Radu Dragusin would have expected more minutes under his belt this season for Tottenham Hotspur. Dragusin is one of the most talented young centre-backs in European football and his potential is undeniable. The 22-year-old likes to engage in duels and has a decent successful percentage. Radu Dragusin will be the man to look forward to in the Romanian backline. The Tottenham defender is also a handful from set pieces and will prove to be a menace for the Kosovo defenders from corners.

Dennis Man (Romania)

Dennis Man is enjoying a tremendous season with Serie A side, Parma. The 26-year-old has three goals and three assists to his name already in the Italian first division. Man is a fantastic embodiment of the modern-day winger with his pace and ability to cut in from the flank. Dennis Man has a successful Euro campaign as well with two assists to his name. Man will be looking to add to his two goals and two assists in the Nations League 2024/25 against Kosovo.

Romania vs Kosovo Prediction

It will be a fascinating matchup between the top two nations in Group 2. Romania is the more confident side of the two and will expect to earn the three points comfortably.

Predicted Score: Romania 3-0 Kosovo

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