Highlights and goals of Iceland vs Kosovo in UEFA Nations League

⚽️ GOAL: Muriqi
🇮🇸 Iceland 1-1 Kosovo 🇽🇰pic.twitter.com/07v9qJtSg3 — Goals Xtra (@GoalsXtra) March 23, 2025

⚽️ GOAL: Óskarsson scores! 💫

🇮🇸 Iceland 1-0 Kosovo 🇽🇰

pic.twitter.com/3Fb7TP7FEk — Footballnus (@footballnus) March 23, 2025

🚨 HATTRICK HERO 🚨

⚽⚽⚽ @MuriqiVedat 🔥🔥🔥#NationsLeague | #ISLKOS 1:3 pic.twitter.com/ZWc4SmWpsg — UEFA Nations League DE (@EURO2024DE) March 23, 2025

Kosovo advances in the UEFA Nations League for the first time! Without a doubt, this team had a great campaign. Despite having lost one of their matches by default for leaving the field of play, the team led by Franco Foda is moving forward. Thank you VAVEL readers! See you soon. 

Once again, 3 minutes will be added to the second half of the game. the game has been settled for a long time, but Iceland keeps trying to attack to get a hypothetical consolation goal. Kosovo dominated throughout the match. 

Florent Muslija and Vedat Muriqi, both having a great game, leave the field to be replaced by Emir Sahiti and Lindon Emërllahu. two of the best players of the game without a doubt; a phenomenal performance in important moments like this one. 

Triangulation of Kosovo in the area but they were well covered by Iceland's defenders, who at this point are only defending out of self-respect. Five minutes left in the game, Iceland seems to have given up. Don't miss the minute by minute on VAVEL.

MURIQI'S HAT TRICK! Kosovo's #18 striker killed the match, pouncing on a lofted ball and sending it into the back of the net between the legs of Iceland's goalkeeper. After Iceland's first goal in the first minute of play, Kosovo took control of the game. They were the best throughout the match. 10 minutes left. 

It was Jón Dagur Þorsteinsson who took the free kick for Iceland on this occasion, however, it was not a dangerous situation for Kosovo. The shot hit the wall and the match remained level at the 77th minute. 

Andri Guðjohnsen got a yellow card for a kick on the Kosovo player. The match already has 5 yellow cards and one sending off in total, being a pretty rough and tough match for what is being played. Iceland does not want to make it easy for Kosovo. 

Iceland's captain is sent off, leaving his team with one less player after a double yellow card, this time for grabbing Muriqi, who was running away alone. Iceland's chances of turning the game around are fading after this expulsion.

Willum Þór Willumsson comes on for Andri Guðjohnsen. We'll see if this change works for a team that's running out of time to turn things around. Stay tuned to VAVEl to follow this exciting match minute by minute.

The Icelandic player had the chance to take the free kick again, but this time, instead of sending in the cross, he decided to shoot from long range. The ball didn't go quite high over the crossbar, but he could have crossed it again.

Kosovo has yet to take its foot off the gas. Muriqi had a chance to score his hat trick, but the Icelandic defense cleared the ball. He again connected with Rashica; both players are performing brilliantly.

Gudmundsson was tasked with taking a free kick for Iceland. The cross was blocked, but the rebound fell to Helgasson, who fired a shot toward the far post that was saved by the Kosovo goalkeeper with one hand. It was an incredible chance to equalize for Iceland, which still hasn't given up.

Kosovo is moving the ball and the match is underway. We'll see if Iceland will be able to come back from a difficult match. 

Changes for Iceland

In: Tómasson, Gunnarsson and Bjarkason

Out: Traustason, Bergmann and Fridriksson

Muriqi's second goal vs Iceland.

🇮🇸 Iceland 1-2 Kosovo 🇽🇰 (2-4 aggregate)pic.twitter.com/XZ5xGR8XlK — Admirim (@admirim) March 23, 2025

With Muriqi's second goal, we head into halftime. Kosovo is leading Iceland 2-1 in the second leg of the playoff. The aggregate score is 4-2 in favor of the visiting team, who are already looking set to advance to the next round. Don't miss the minute-by-minute coverage on VAVEL!

Muriqi again. He received an excellent through ball from Rashica, who had already seen him running into the box. Muriqi received the ball completely alone, and with a few touches, he sent the ball inside the goalkeeper's far post. The aggregate score was 4-2 for Kosovo.

After the corner, Rrahmani had the ball bouncing and decided to take a bicycle kick that, to some people's surprise, didn't go far enough. It was a surprising attempt by the Kosovo captain, who is having a very good and solid match.

A nasty kick by Vojvoda in midfield earned him his first yellow card of the match. Had the kick been a little stronger and more aggressive, he could have been sent off, leaving his team with 10 players from the first half. Fortunately for Kosovo, that wasn't the case.

After much insistence, Kosovo's equalizer arrived. After a series of touches inside the box, Muriqi received a pass in the six-yard box and only had to tap it in to tie the match. The aggregate score is now 3-2 in Kosovo's favor. A great goal from the visiting team.

A cross from Muriqi down the right flank was aimed at Rashica again. The player connected beautifully with his head, but the Icelandic goalkeeper was very good at blocking the ball and kept it. Once again, Kosovo had a chance to equalize; they are already starting to waste their opportunities.

Iceland's number 14, Helgasson, attempted to respond with a shot from outside the box. It was a good attempt by the Icelandic player, considering his team had no further chances after the first goal. The shot went wide, but the attempt was applauded by his teammates.

Rashica received a through ball from the back and, as he was approaching the box, was blocked by the Iceland's defender. It was Kosovo's clearest chance of the match so far; the players were appealing for a penalty, but the referee waved play on.

Iceland tries to break the lines with through balls, but so far, there hasn't been a target player who could have hurt the opposing team and scored their second goal of the day. Iceland struggles to break through the midfield, feeling somewhat stifled in their own half.

Kosovo's number 18 attempted another surprise shot from outside the box, but it wasn't a surprise at all. The shot sailed over the crossbar, bouncing off the top of the net. Kosovo persists, and if they continue like this, an equalizer will arrive at any moment.

Kosovo's number 7, Rashica, attempted a surprise shot from outside the box with his right foot. The shot sailed well over the crossbar, but the visiting team was already closing in on the opponent's half with multiple plays and shots.

Iceland tried to create danger down the left, but after the first goal, Kosovo's defense positioned itself better in its own half. We'll see if Iceland can break the lines and create a second scoring opportunity.

Goal from the top scorer! Oskarsson sent the ball into the back of the net in the first minute of the game. The cross came in from the corner kick and the Real Sociedad striker found it in a perfect position to send it home. The score is now 2-2 on aggregate.

Iceland moves the ball and the game begins. In a neutral stadium, the Icelandic national team will try to come back from 2-1 down, but they will have to face a tough Kosovo team. Don't miss a moment of the match on VAVEl!

🎯 03/23/2025 PLAYS 🎯

UEFA Nations League Action

1️⃣ Iceland vs Kosovo 🇮🇸🇽🇰
Over 2.5 Goals @ +110 (1U)

2️⃣ Germany vs Italy 🇩🇪🇮🇹
Over 2.5 Goals @ -115 (1U)

3️⃣ Belgium vs Ukraine 🇧🇪🇺🇦
BTTS @ -115 (1U)

4️⃣ Austria TT 1.5 @ +152 (1U) vs Serbia 🇦🇹🇷🇸

5️⃣ Germany/Italy BTTS + Spain… — AI_FootyPicks (@AIFootyPicks) March 23, 2025

There are 10 minutes to go until the second leg of this exciting series, but which team will advance? Don't miss a second of the match with VAVEL!

Iceland and Kosovo will leave everything on the pitch. Who will stay alive?

Aro 🫶#ISLKOS | #NationsLeague | #UNL pic.twitter.com/lPSWttmsBd — Kosovar Football 🇽🇰 (@KosovarFootball) March 23, 2025

🇪🇸 Jesús Gil Manzano from Spain will be the referee for Kosovo 🆚 Iceland second leg. ⚖️

Let’s hope he keeps politics aside and we have a fair match!#ISLKOS | #UNL pic.twitter.com/QYXtkdNnkG — Kosovar Football 🇽🇰 (@KosovarFootball) March 23, 2025

16-year-old Lirjon Abdullahu makes his first appearance on the bench for Kosovo. 💎#ISLKOS | #NationsLeague | #UNL pic.twitter.com/Az1iKVEN5M — Kosovar Football 🇽🇰 (@KosovarFootball) March 23, 2025

READY 🔥🇽🇰#ISLKOS | #NationsLeague | #UNL
pic.twitter.com/6hg711YC0d — Kosovar Football 🇽🇰 (@KosovarFootball) March 23, 2025

📋 STARTING XI 🇽🇰

Here's how Kosovo lineup 🆚 Iceland 🦁#ISLKOS | #NationsLeague | #UNL pic.twitter.com/iqO8j7pHPY — Kosovar Football 🇽🇰 (@KosovarFootball) March 23, 2025

Yesterday, the #Kosovo flag was missing during training. UEFA rules only require the host, Iceland, to display it on matchday. 🤬🤦‍♂️#ISLKOS | #NationsLeague | #UNL pic.twitter.com/911kxAmBXD — Kosovar Football 🇽🇰 (@KosovarFootball) March 23, 2025

We will soon share with you the starting lineups for the Iceland vs Kosovo live match, as well as the latest information from the Enrique Roca Stadium. Don't miss a single detail of the live match updates and commentary from VAVEL's coverage.

If you want to watch the game Iceland vs Kosovo live on TV, your options are: Fox Soccer Plus

If you want to directly stream it: Vix and fuboTV

If you want to watch it on the internet, VAVEL is your best option!

This is the kickoff time for the Iceland vs Kosovo match on March 23, 2025 in several countries:

Argentina: 2:00 PM on ESPN and Disney +
Bolivia: 1:00 PM on ESPN and Disney +
Brazil: 2:00 PM on ESPN and Disney +
Chile: 2:00 PM on ESPN and Disney +
Colombia: 12:00 PM on ESPN and Disney +
Ecuador: 12:00 AM on ESPN and Disney +
USA (ET): 1:00 PM on ViX, fuboTV, Fox Soccer Plus
Mexico: 11:00 AM on Sky+ and Sky Sports Mexico
Paraguay: 2:00 PM on ESPN and Disney +
Peru: 12:00 PM on ESPN and Disney +
Uruguay: 2:00 PM on ESPN and Disney +
Venezuela: 1:00 PM on ESPN and Disney +

Defender Amir Rrahmani is the most outstanding player of the Kosovo national team. The 31-year-old defender and captain has been playing no less than 100% of the minutes played for Napoli in the 2024-2025 season. This player is an undisputed starter for both his team and his national team. According to Transfermarkt, Rrahmani has a valuation of 12 million euros, making him the highest rated player in his team.

Orri Óskarsson, the 20-year-old striker who scored Iceland's equalizer in the first leg, is the player to watch in this match. The young Real Sociedad striker is the top scorer for his national team this season, with a total of four goals. With his team, he has nine goals in 39 games played this season.

Throughout history, Iceland and Kosovo have met three times, with Iceland holding the upper hand with two wins and one loss. The first two matches between these two teams were in 2017 in the qualifiers for the World Cup in Russia. Eight years later, both teams are facing each other to determine who will advance to the next round of the UEFA Nations League.

On the other hand, the Kosovo team had a better tournament than their opponents, finishing second in their group after four wins and two losses, one of them by default. Kosovo was able to pull out the victory in the first leg, we will see if the team coached by Franco Foda can hold the result. 

This team, whose name resounded so much at Euro 2016, is in a moment that keeps them far from the level they achieved. The Icelandic team comes from losing in the first leg by a score of 2-1, now, the team led by Arnar Bergmann will try to come back to stay alive in a complicated tournament. Iceland had two wins, one draw and three defeats in the six rounds played. 

The Iceland vs Kosovo match will be played at the Enrique Roca Stadium, located in the city of Murcia, in Spain. This stadium, inaugurated in 2006, has a capacity for 31,179 spectators.

This match will be played in a neutral stadium. The Enrique Roca stadium is one of the most modern stadiums in Spain, and is the home of Real Murcia CF.

Welcome to the live broadcast of Iceland vs Kosovo, Knock Out's second leg of the UEFA Nations League. The match will take place at the Enrique Roca Stadium, at 1:45 PM ET.

My name is Francisco Berdiales and I will be your host for this match. We will bring you pre-match analysis, score updates and live news here on VAVEL.