A man walks next to a banner picturing England’s forward Raheem Sterling and reading ‘Welcome Bro’ displayed on the facade of a clothing store, in Pristina on November 13, 2019. — AFP pic
However, Kosovo will be in the play-offs next March having progressed through the Nations League, so the dream of reaching its first major tournament finals is still alive. “Thanks to you we now play against you! Forever grateful to you our beloved England!” read another banner in Pristina. “The most important is to receive them and to respect them as they are our friend. We are lucky for having such a friend,” 29-year old economist Labinot Ajvazi said. “Let the best team win.”A giant screen has been erected on the main Zahir Pajaziti square in Pristina for all those unable to be at the Fadil Vokrri stadium to enjoy the game.
Kosovo will be handicapped tomorrow as Vedat Muriqi, who plays for Turkish club Fenerbahce, is absent due to injury as he was against the Czechs.“England coming to play in Kosovo is something big, historic,” said Atdhe Nuhiu, who scored for Kosovo in Plzen. The match has special significance for the striker because he plays for English Championship club Sheffield Wednesday.
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