Finland vs Albania (3 October 2026, UEFA Nations League): match facts, form and head-to-head

Finland edged Albania 2‑1 at the Helsinki Olympic Stadium, securing all three points from the encounter. The win gave the hosts a flawless record against their Balkan rivals this season, having won the only previous meeting while Albania have yet to claim a point. Both sides entered the match with no other data available to gauge form, but the three‑goal thriller highlighted Finland’s ability to capitalize at home. With the three points added, Finland can now look to build on their perfect head‑to‑head advantage as the campaign progresses.