SHAMEFUL SCENES IN BRATISLAVA: Albanians from Kosovo Sang What They Shouldn't Have
One of the saddest days in our history hurts 22 years later.
TL;DR
- Playoff matches for the 2026 World Cup were overshadowed by incidents off the field, including clashes between Polish and Albanian fans, and controversial chanting by Kosovo fans in Slovakia.
- Kosovo fans in Bratislava chanted the name of the UCK, an organization considered terrorist, which is seen as a severe violation of sports principles and a direct political provocation.
- UEFA and FIFA are expected to react strongly to the incidents, given their stated zero-tolerance policy towards symbols promoting violence and separatism.
- In the match between Slovakia and Kosovo, Kosovo won 3-2, coming from behind after Slovakia led 2-1 at halftime.