Preview: Maliqi Seeks Revenge Against Devolli in Albanian 2nd Division Clash

TIRANA, Albania (Interstat) — A crucial Albanian 2nd Division match on Sunday pits host Maliqi against visiting Devolli, with the visitors looking to complete a season sweep.

The match, scheduled for April 19, 2026, is a rematch of a December encounter that saw Devolli secure a 2-1 home victory. That result will be on the minds of both squads as they battle for positioning in the league table.

Devolli (6-6-5) enters with momentum from a wild 4-3 victory over Tomori Berat on April 5. Their form, however, has been inconsistent. The win over Tomori was preceded by a draw with Eagle and a narrow victory over Kelcyra, but also included heavy losses to Butrinti Sarande, Oriku and Partizani Tirana II in recent weeks. Their attack, capable of scoring four goals as seen against Pogradeci and Tomori, can be potent but their defense has shown vulnerability.

Maliqi (4-5-8) looks to rebound from a disappointing 5-2 road defeat to the same Tomori Berat side on April 12. Their season has been marked by similar fluctuations, with a notable victory over Partizani Tirana II but also several multi-goal losses. A 2-2 draw with Eagle on April 5 showed resilience, but defensive solidity has been an issue.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, this contest projects to be a high-scoring affair, with a predicted final score of Devolli 3, Maliqi 2. This aligns with the recent head-to-head trend and both teams’ seasonal patterns of conceding goals.

The key matchup will likely be whether Maliqi’s defense, which has allowed 10 goals in its last three matches, can contain a Devolli attack that has scored seven times in its last two outings. For Maliqi, playing at home provides an opportunity to reverse the earlier result and gain critical points.

Kickoff is set for 4 p.m. local time (1500 GMT) Sunday.