Tirana vs AF Elbasani: match statistics
AF Elbasani occupies the second position in the table and displays significantly better form and statistics than Tirana, who sits in tenth place. The hosts have lost all of their last five matches, scoring only one goal and conceding ten, which indicates serious offensive and defensive issues. Tirana wins only 8% of their home matches, has a negative goal difference of minus eleven, and has not earned a single point in their last five fixtures. On the other hand, AF Elbasani wins 33% of their away matches, draws in 42%, and is characterized by an offensive efficiency of 1.33 goals per game along with a solid defense that keeps clean sheets in 33% of cases. Additionally, the visitors boast a positive goal difference of plus three on the road and have secured 1.4 points per match in their last five outings. Considering all these factors, AF Elbasani's advantage is clear, making the away win the most probable scenario for this encounter.
Tirana vs AF Elbasani: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Tirana played against AF Elbasani in Superliga (Albania). The game was played on March 8, 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
Tirana has 1 win, 1 draw and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.80 points per game. AF Elbasani has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Tirana scores 0.77 goals per game and allows 1.54. AF Elbasani scores 1.23 and allows 0.81. Games in this league average 2.07 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 50% of Tirana's games and 54% of AF Elbasani's. The Over 2.5 rates are 27% and 35%, compared with league averages of 46% for BTTS and 32% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
AF Elbasani has the higher season xG average, 1.31 to 1.09 per game. Tirana takes 8.0 shots per game, while AF Elbasani takes 10.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Tirana leads at halftime in 15% of its games and scores 0.38 goals per game after halftime. AF Elbasani leads at halftime in 27% and scores 0.73 after halftime.
When the teams score
Tirana's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (5 goals). For AF Elbasani, it is minutes 76-90+ (9 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Superliga games average 2.07 goals. Both teams score in 46% of games, and 32% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
AF Elbasani occupies the second position in the table and displays significantly better form and statistics than Tirana, who sits in tenth place. The hosts have lost all of their last five matches, scoring only one goal and conceding ten, which indicates serious offensive and defensive issues. Tirana wins only 8% of their home matches, has a negative goal difference of minus eleven, and has not earned a single point in their last five fixtures. On the other hand, AF Elbasani wins 33% of their away matches, draws in 42%, and is characterized by an offensive efficiency of 1.33 goals per game along with a solid defense that keeps clean sheets in 33% of cases. Additionally, the visitors boast a positive goal difference of plus three on the road and have secured 1.4 points per match in their last five outings. Considering all these factors, AF Elbasani's advantage is clear, making the away win the most probable scenario for this encounter.
View the statistical overviewStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Tirana | AF Elbasani | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 36% | 41% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.14 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.27 | 0.30 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
AF Elbasani is 100% better for: last-5 form.
0.8 pts / game - Tirana · 1.6 pts / game - AF Elbasani
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
AF Elbasani is 60% better for: goals scored per game.
0.77 goals / game - Tirana · 1.23 goals / game - AF Elbasani
AF Elbasani is 90% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.54 goals / game - Tirana · 0.81 goals / game - AF Elbasani
Tirana scores in 65% of games (17 of 26 meczów), while AF Elbasani keeps a clean sheet in 42% (11 of 26 meczów).
AF Elbasani scores in 85% of games (22 of 26 meczów), while Tirana keeps a clean sheet in 23% (6 of 26 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Tirana
Over / Under - AF Elbasani
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
AF Elbasani is 67% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.85 pts / game - Tirana · 1.42 pts / game - AF Elbasani
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Tirana - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 15% of games and wins 15%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
AF Elbasani - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 27% of games and wins 46%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 100% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 20% |
| No goal | 60% | 0% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (5 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -4 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (9 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Tirana
AF Elbasani
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Superliga).
Teams vs league
| Tirana | Liga | AF Elbasani | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.31 | 2.07 | • 2.04 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 50% | 46% | ▲ 54% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 27% | 32% | ▲ 35% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 23% | 33% | ▲ 42% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 73% | 62% | ▼ 50% |
| Goal after half-time | • 69% | 68% | • 69% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Away team
Other recorded players
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Tirana's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss against AF Elbasani. Games average 3.50 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Tirana vs AF Elbasani?
The Superliga match finished Tirana 0:1 AF Elbasani. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Tirana and AF Elbasani?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Tirana won 0, AF Elbasani won 1 and 1 ended level. These games averaged 3.50 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Tirana vs AF Elbasani?
Tirana score 0.77 goals per game on average and AF Elbasani 1.23. The Superliga average is 2.07 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 32% of games. Both teams score in 50% of Tirana's matches and 54% of AF Elbasani's.
What form are Tirana and AF Elbasani in?
Over the last 5 games Tirana have a 1-1-3 record (0.80 points per game) and AF Elbasani 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Tirana vs AF Elbasani?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.