Albanian national team coach Rolando Maran has spent the past week on an intensive monitoring tour of several European countries as part of the preparations for the new edition of the UEFA Nations League. The move comes as the technical staff intensifies preparations for the September and October matches.
The Italian coach has travelled to Turkey and Northern European countries, closely following some of the club matches where important national team players are active. A particular focus has been placed on players who were unavailable for the two friendlies in June against Israel and Luxembourg, ensuring that he has a full picture of their current situation.
During this tour, Maran had the opportunity to meet personally with some of the players, discussing their current form, physical condition and performance at their respective clubs. This direct approach is essential for the technical staff, enabling them to have a full and accurate assessment of each player's potential to become part of the National Team in the upcoming challenges.
Observing players in action with their clubs is a key component of the coaching staff's strategy. This provides a more complete picture and helps in making informed decisions about selecting the best possible group. In recent weeks, coach Maran and his staff have continued an intensive monitoring and analysis work, focusing on current form, activation at the club and the potential contribution that each player can offer to the red and black team.
This dedicated period of work will serve to finalize the list of players that will be gathered for the first matches of the UEFA Nations League. The Albanian national team is already preparing for another international edition, with clear objectives and high expectations.
Albania's new adventure in the UEFA Nations League will begin on September 26, on "Air Albania", with a match against Belarus. Just three days later, on September 29, the Rossoneri will travel to play away against San Marino. The third challenge is scheduled for October 3, again away, this time against Finland. Then, on October 6, Albania will return home for the second match against San Marino.
With preparations now entering an intensive and critical phase, the technical staff continues to closely monitor all available players, with the aim of building the strongest and most cohesive group possible for the upcoming challenges in the Nations League. The objective is a good start and solid performance in this important European competition.
