Wales edge Albania in World Cup play-off semi-final first leg
Wales take a one-goal lead into the second leg of their World Cup play-off semi-final after winning 1-0 in Shkoder.
Wales secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Albania in Shkoder on Friday in the first leg of their World Cup play-off semi-final. The match was decided by a single goal, giving Wales a slender advantage ahead of the return fixture.
The game was a tightly contested affair, with both sides creating chances. Wales managed to find the breakthrough, while Albania pushed for an equaliser but were unable to find a response. The video highlights show the key moments from the encounter.
This result puts Wales in a promising position to advance to the play-off final, where a place at the World Cup is at stake. Albania will need to overturn the deficit in the second leg to keep their hopes alive.
The tie remains finely balanced, and both teams will be aware that the second leg will be a decisive battle. Wales will aim to protect their lead, while Albania will be determined to make home advantage count in the reverse fixture.
