SHKODËR, Albania (Interstat) — A crucial match in Albania’s 2nd Division promotion race is set for Saturday as KF Shiroka hosts Terbuni Puke.

The fixture at Shiroka’s home ground is a rematch of a 1-1 draw from Dec. 6, a result both teams will be eager to improve upon as the season enters its decisive phase.

Shiroka seeks to rebound from a disappointing 2-1 road loss to KF Gramshi on March 21. That defeat snapped a three-game winning streak in which Shiroka outscored opponents 13-1, highlighted by a 9-0 demolition of KF Adriatiku 2012 on Feb. 7. Their home form has been strong, with four wins and a draw in their last five domestic outings in Shkodër.

Terbuni Puke, meanwhile, arrives with momentum from a 2-0 home victory over Adriatiku on March 21. That win provided a boost after a inconsistent stretch marked by defensive struggles. Puke’s recent results have been volatile, with a 4-3 win and a 3-3 draw alongside several clean-sheet losses in 2026. Their road form is a concern, having secured only one win away from home since December.

The statistical service National Simulation projects a narrow 1-0 victory for the hosts, a scoreline that would align with Shiroka’s recent defensive solidity at home and Puke’s scoring difficulties on the road.

Key for Shiroka will be translating their potent home attack, which has averaged over three goals per game in recent months, against a Puke defense that has shown it can be both resilient and vulnerable. Puke will rely on the confidence from their latest win and their ability to secure a draw in the prior head-to-head meeting.

The outcome carries significant weight for the league table. A win for Shiroka would strengthen their position among the frontrunners, while a positive result for Puke would aid their quest to climb into the upper tier.

Following this clash, Shiroka faces a tough trip to Beselidhja Lezhe on April 11. Terbuni Puke’s schedule continues with a home match against Naftetari Kucove on the same date.

Kickoff is scheduled for 2 p.m. local time (1300 GMT) on Saturday, April 4, 2026.