Albania arrive in Helsinki with momentum, having ended a five-game losing streak with their win over Belarus. Under coach Rolando Maran, the Red and Blacks have shown defensive solidity, conceding no goals in their two Nations League fixtures. Their attacking threat is led by Rey Manaj, who has scored 12 international goals, with support from Myrto Uzuni and Anis Mehmeti. Finland, managed by Jacob Friis, face a must-win scenario to keep pace with Albania at the top of the group. Captain Lukas Hradecky was highly critical of the team's attacking display against Belarus, stating, "Our attacking play barely existed". Joel Pohjanpalo, with 22 goals in 91 caps, remains the primary offensive threat, while Topi Keskinen is expected to feature in attack. Historically, Finland hold the upper hand in this fixture, with four wins, one draw, and two defeats in seven meetings. Albania have not beaten Finland since a World Cup qualifier in September 1980, losing three of their last four encount
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