Albania and Finland should contest the midfield and the second ball before either side settles near goal. Their first meeting was shaped by an early dismissal, yet Albania still reached dangerous areas. Finland's decisive finishes came from dead balls rather than repeated box access. The rematch puts the quality of each side's open-play final pass under closer attention.
Asllani can find Manaj between defenders or serve him from a corner, while Albania's wingbacks give that move a second route. Finland can respond through Walta's delivery and returning attackers Antman and Skyttä, though that combination has not been seen in its latest match. Albania have Manaj and Asllani in the squad and can begin with a full side after the earlier dismissal; Berisha is also available again. I expect Albania to turn more of its midfield recoveries into shots close to goal. That's why I'm siding with Albania to win.
