National team coach Sylvinho spoke after Albania's 0-1 victory in Andorra and securing a play-off spot for the 2026 World Cup.
"Broja? I just had a small meeting with the staff, it was a difficult day. I remembered Moldova, we said that this is a difficult team. England beat them 1-0, Latvia drew, Serbia in 45 minutes it was 1-1. We have to respect them, we are growing, we are doing well.
But we are not Germany that goes and wins 6-0. We have said it, even you and the players, that someone says go because it makes 6. It was difficult, it's over and we are celebrating or not, I asked how the others are, I saw that he was upset, I didn't understand why. I still haven't understood that for the first time we are going to the play-offs and it is a wonderful night.
After we won, we paused for a moment to take in the result of the other game (England's 2-0 win over Serbia) and then celebrated. It's a big night.
Can we play the play-offs properly? Everyone should celebrate this success. It is a beautiful and historic moment. I will also call Hamdi Salihu, because I love him very much and for this we will celebrate.
His number and energy? I'm happy for 9 million Albanians. I don't know what will happen in the next match and with the energy reserves.
Scotland, Czech Republic, Slovakia and Hungary? I am proud of all the players. I don't think about the opponents because we have a match ahead. I feel sorry for Pajaziti and Caken who were in the stands. Tuci was a tactical change. He is a player we need and who creates space. I am happy with all the players and those on the bench", said Sylvinho.
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