#Latest news with #nationalidentitiesWashington Post4 days agoSportWashington PostAlbania and Serbia face off in a politically charged World Cup qualifierTIRANA, Albania — The roar of the crowd or the thrill of the game are hallmarks of international soccer. But when Albania and Serbia meet Saturday in a 2026 World Cup qualifier, the energy will be different. The match in Tirana isn't just about three points as echoes of past confrontations are impossible to ignore. It's a clash deeply rooted in national identities that organizers are fighting hard to put aside.
Washington Post4 days agoSportWashington PostAlbania and Serbia face off in a politically charged World Cup qualifierTIRANA, Albania — The roar of the crowd or the thrill of the game are hallmarks of international soccer. But when Albania and Serbia meet Saturday in a 2026 World Cup qualifier, the energy will be different. The match in Tirana isn't just about three points as echoes of past confrontations are impossible to ignore. It's a clash deeply rooted in national identities that organizers are fighting hard to put aside.
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