Date of Tips: 09/10/2025
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Date: Saturday, 11 October 2025
Kick-off time: 19:45 (UK)
Venue: Dubocica Stadium, Leskovac
Another night in the World Cup qualifiers — and this one’s got tension written all over it. Serbia host Albania in what’s shaping up to be a real test of pride, patience, and power. Both sides are coming off completely different results: Serbia were hammered 5–0 by England, while Albania edged Latvia 1–0. So yeah, the pressure’s on.
Let’s start with Serbia. They’ll be desperate to bounce back after that rough night at Wembley. Losing 5–0 stings, no matter who you are. Dragan Stojković’s team had just 30% possession against England, barely troubled Jordan Pickford, and looked completely overrun. That’s not the Serbia we usually see.
A few changes are expected this time. Nikola Milenković is suspended after his red card, so Milos Veljković is likely to step in at centre-back. Dušan Vlahović and Aleksandar Mitrović are both fit — and when those two start, goals tend to follow. Expect Mitrović to bully defenders and Vlahović to sniff around for chances inside the box.
Serbia also welcome back Aleksandar Pavlović (AC Milan) and Sasa Lukić (Fulham), who add steel in midfield. They’ll need it, because Albania don’t mind getting stuck in.
Now, about Albania. They’re buzzing after that win over Latvia — a tight 1–0 thanks to Kristjan Asllani’s first-half strike. They dominated possession (62%) but still struggled to convert chances. It’s kind of been their thing lately — strong build-up, not enough goals.
Sylvinho’s side don’t have major injury worries, which helps. Asllani (Torino) remains their creative spark, and expect Armando Broja to start up front after sitting out the last one. They’ll set up compact, patient, and ready to hit on the counter.
Serbia (4-2-3-1): Rajković; Veljković, Pavlović, Babic, Mladenović; Lukić, Pavlović; Tadić, Kostić, Mitrović; Vlahović
Albania (4-3-3): Strakosha; Hysaj, Djimsiti, Ismajli, Mitaj; Ramadani, Asllani, Bajrami; Uzuni, Broja, Seferi
Serbia at home are a different beast. That England game? Forget it. This team’s record in Leskovac and Belgrade has been solid — just one defeat in their last seven home qualifiers. They score goals, and they usually come out flying after a loss.
Albania’s away form, though, isn’t great. They’ve won just two of their last nine away qualifiers. They’re organised, but they often struggle to keep pace once they fall behind.
So, a few betting angles worth your attention:
What do you think? Does Serbia’s firepower get it done, or do Albania frustrate again?
It’s pretty simple for me: Serbia bounce back. That loss to England will sting, and this game feels like the perfect chance to show some pride. Mitrović and Vlahović give them serious bite up front, and Tadić’s creativity could unlock Albania’s defence.
Albania will defend deep and look to frustrate, but unless they find a moment of magic from Asllani or Broja, it’s hard to see them scoring.
Match Prediction: Serbia to win. Bet with bet365.
Serbia haven’t lost to Albania in competitive football and have kept clean sheets in five of their last six meetings. Combine that with Albania’s lack of goals away from home, and a 2-0 feels right. If you fancy a riskier play, 3-0 isn’t out of the question either.
Correct Score Prediction: Serbia 2-0 Albania. Bet with bet365.
Recent Serbia games have been strange — either goal fests or total blanks. But at home, they usually deliver. The last six home qualifiers have averaged nearly 3.2 goals per game. Albania, on the other hand, average just 1.5 total goals across their last six fixtures.
Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.
Alright, here’s a combo that makes sense if you’re building a same-game ticket:
That setup reflects exactly how I see this game going — Serbia dominant, Albania stubborn, but eventually broken down.
Bet Builder Tip: Serbia to Win, Over 2.5 goals, BTTS No, and Dušan Vlahović Anytime Scorer. Bet with bet365.
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Serbia look stronger on paper and at home. Expect them to bounce back and grab all three points.
A 2-0 win for Serbia feels like the most likely outcome.
The match takes place at Dubocica Stadium in Leskovac, Serbia.
Kick-off is set for 19:45 (UK time) on Saturday, 11 October 2025.
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