HISTORICAL: Kosovo’s 80th in FIFA
Express newspaper
19/11/2025 16:32
The Kosovo national team has marked another historic moment in international football, having climbed to 80th position in the official FIFA rankings, recording one of the greatest advances since joining the organization.
Recent positive results in international matches, including impressive performances in friendlies and continental competition matches, have directly contributed to this new success.
Kosovo rises four places higher in the rankings, surpassing nations such as Montenegro, Guinea and Bulgaria.
The Football Federation of Kosovo has described the growth as “evidence of hard work,” praising the team’s progress and the dedication of the coaches and players.
Football experts in the region also see this move as a signal that Kosovo is increasingly consolidating itself as a competitive team in the European arena, writes Gazeta Express.
The rise in FIFA’s rankings comes at a time when Kosovar football is going through a new phase of development, with more young players asserting themselves in European leagues, as well as a continuously improving sports infrastructure.
This achievement is expected to further increase the team’s confidence and reinforce its objectives for success in future competitions.
For fans, this is yet another reason for pride: proof that Kosovo is continuing to move confidently towards the top of international football. /Gazeta Express/