Austria hosts Kosovo at Ernst-Happel-Stadion in Vienna on 5 September 2025 for UEFA Nations League League B Group 3 action, kick-off 20:45 CET. The fixture is live tracked below.
Updates are minute-by-minute.
Match Overview and Live Status
Date, kick-off time, venue and competition context
The game is the second matchday of the Nations League League B Group 3 campaign. Austria opened with a draw away, Kosovo opened with a loss at home. Both sides need points to stay in promotion contention.
Venue is Ernst-Happel-Stadion, Vienna. Capacity is 50,000.
Live score tracker and minute-by-minute updates
Live score is 0-0 at kick-off. Commentary will refresh by minute.
No goals yet.
Where to watch Austria vs Kosovo broadcast and streaming
In Austria the match is on ORF 1 and Sky Sport Austria. In Kosovo the match is on RTK and Art Motion. International streaming is available via UEFA.tv select territories.
UEFA Nations League Stats and Head-to-Head Record
Austria vs Kosovo all-time head-to-head results
Austria and Kosovo have met four times in official competition. Austria leads the series.
| Match | Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austria vs Kosovo | 10 Oct 2023 | UEFA Euro Qualifier | 2-0 |
| Kosovo vs Austria | 17 Nov 2023 | UEFA Euro Qualifier | 1-1 |
| Austria vs Kosovo | 22 Mar 2025 | UEFA Nations League | 2-1 |
| Kosovo vs Austria | 14 Oct 2025 | UEFA Nations League | TBD |
Form guide and recent Nations League performance
Austria is unbeaten in three Nations League home games. Kosovo has lost two of its last three away fixtures.
Recent form: Austria W D L. Kosovo L D L.
Key stats: goals, possession, xG and disciplinary record
Austria averages 1.8 goals per game at home in the Nations League. Kosovo averages 1.1 goals per game on the road.
Possession in previous meetings favoured Austria 58-42. xG was 1.9 to 0.8 in the March 2025 meeting. Disciplinary record shows Austria with 1.4 yellow cards per game, Kosovo with 2.1.
Team News and Squad Updates
Austria predicted XI and injury list
Ralf Rangnick selects a 4-2-3-1. Goalkeeper Patrick Pentz starts. Defenders are Stefan Posch, Kevin Danso, Philipp Lienhart, David Alaba. Midfield duo is Nicolas Seiwald and Konrad Laimer. Attacking midfield is Christoph Baumgartner, Marcel Sabitzer, Michael Gregoritsch. Striker is Marko Arnautovic.
Injured: Alexander Prass out with hamstring.
Kosovo predicted XI and tactical setup
Kosovo coach Franco Foda uses a 4-3-3. A goalkeeper is Arijanet Muric. Defenders are Mërgim Vojvoda, Amir Rrahmani, Fidan Aliti, Enej Vardar. Midfield is Ledian Memushi, Burim Haliti, Hekuran Kryeziu. Forwards are Mirlind Daku, Vedat Muriqi, Milot Rashica.
Reason Hajdari won’t play against Austria: suspension eligibility and national team choice
Defender Florent Hajdari is not in the squad. He is suspended after accumulating two yellow cards in Nations League Matchday 1.
Eligibility also applies. Hajdari was previously capped at youth level for Austria and filed a one-time switch to Kosovo in 2024. The switch is processed, but the suspension stands for this window.
Manager and Fan Narrative
Vojvoda: We expect many Albanians tomorrow, this makes us stronger and makes us feel at home
Kosovo defender Mërgim Vojvoda said before kick-off. He expects a large Albanian diaspora presence in Vienna. The quote is: We expect that there will be many Albanians tomorrow, this makes us stronger and makes us feel at home.
Vienna crowd impact and Kosovo diaspora support
Approximately 15,000 Kosovo fans are expected to travel. The away section is sold out.
Tactical Preview and Key Battles
Austria strengths and weaknesses
Austria presses high and uses width from full-backs. The weakness is defensive transition after turnovers in midfield.
Kosovo counter-attack threat and set pieces
Kosovo relies on quick counters through Rashica and Muriqi. Set pieces are a primary scoring route with Rrahmani and Aliti.
Players to watch on both sides
For Austria, Marcel Sabitzer controls tempo. For Kosovo, Vedat Muriqi leads the line and wins aerial duels.
Post-Match Analysis
Final score and match report summary
Final score will be updated after full time. The report will summarise goals, cards and key moments.
Standings impact in UEFA Nations League Group
A win moves Austria to second place on points. A draw keeps Kosovo in fourth. A loss confirms Kosovo’s relegation risk.
Next fixtures for Austria and Kosovo
Austria plays at home to Norway on 9 September 2025. Kosovo travels to Slovenia on 10 September 2025.
FAQ
What time is Austria vs Kosovo
Kick-off is 20:45 CET on 5 September 2025 in Vienna.
Is Hajdari playing for Austria or Kosovo
Hajdari plays for Kosovo. He is suspended for this match and does not feature for Austria.
Head to head record Austria vs Kosovo
Austria has won three of four meetings, one draw. Overall goals are 7-3 in Austria’s favour.
💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: When and where is Austria vs Kosovo played?
- A: The match is on 5 September 2025 at 20:45 CET at Ernst-Happel-Stadion in Vienna for UEFA Nations League League B Group 3 Matchday 2.
- Q: Where can I watch Austria vs Kosovo live?
- A: In Austria on ORF 1 and Sky Sport Austria, in Kosovo on RTK and Art Motion, and internationally via UEFA.tv in select territories.
- Q: What is the Austria vs Kosovo head-to-head record?
- A: Austria leads 3-1 in four official meetings: 2-0 on 10 Oct 2023, 1-1 on 17 Nov 2023, and 2-1 on 22 Mar 2025.
- Q: What is the current live score?
- A: At kick-off the live score is 0-0 with minute-by-minute commentary updating as the game progresses.
Extended Reading
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