Kosova vs Ireland – Match preview and team news

Ireland is scheduled to take on Kosovo in their inaugural UEFA Nations League B match on Thursday, September 24th, at Stadiumi Fadil Vokrri in Prishtinë. The kick-off is set for 7:45pm BST. Kosovo enters this debut campaign with significant squad rotations due to long-term injuries and recent absences. Manager Franco Foda faces a severely depleted midfield, with key players like Florent Muslija, Elvis Rexhbecaj, Donat Rrudhani, and Kreshnik Hajrizi all withdrawn from the roster.

Vedat Muriqi has been appointed as the new national team captain, while Mërgim Vojvoda will serve as vice-captain.

Ireland, on the other hand, is dealing with a major injury crisis. Captain Nathan Collins and veteran Seamus Coleman are among the casualties, leaving defender Dara O’Shea to captain the side. Ireland's starting lineup includes Troy Parrott, who has been in exceptional form, scoring six goals in his last six appearances. Despite these losses, Ireland will rely on Parrott's exceptional skills to lead the attacking charge in this high-profile match.