Austria will play their second home match of the 2026-27 UEFA Nations League on September 27 when they welcome Kosovo to Ernst-Happel Stadion.

Austria on a Recovery Mission Following Dismal World Cup

Ralf Rangnick will hope for an immediate return to form in the Nations League after Austria underperformed at the 2026 World Cup, crashing out in the group stage without a win.

Their form before the summer tournament was strong, with four straight wins. David Alaba has missed out on a spot in the squad after failing to play a single minute of competitive football this season. Experienced stars Marcel Sabitzer and Florian Grillitsch have also been overlooked.

Michael Gregoritsch will likely lead the line after scoring three times in four appearances for Augsburg in the Bundesliga. Sascha Horvath could make his international debut.

Austria predicted lineup vs Kosovo (4-2-3-1): A. Schlager; Laimer, Danso, Lienhart, Mwene; X. Schlager, Seiwald; Adamu, Chukwuemeka, Lang; Gregoritsch

Kosovo Aiming to Bounce Back After World Cup Disappointment

Franco Foda will be hoping that his Kosovo side can get back on track after failing to qualify for the World Cup. The response following their playoff defeat against Turkey has been inconclusive, losing against Czechia but wins against lowly-ranked Andorra and Republic of Ireland.

Their loss against Turkey was the only time in their previous eight internationals that they were unable to score.

Leon Avdullahu will provide an attacking threat from midfield after scoring once in four appearances for Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga. Kreshnik Hajrizi and Donat Rrudhani miss out due to injury.

Kosovo predicted lineup vs Austria (4-4-2): Muric; Dellova, Raci, Krasniqi, Gallapeni; Jashari, Hoxha, Avdyli, Avdullahu; Asllani, Muriqi

Austria vs Kosovo Prediction

  • Safe Tip: Austria
  • Odds: 1.475 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: 1X2KK
  • Correct score prediction: Austria 2-1 Kosovo

Key stats:

  • Austria are unbeaten in their last five home matches, winning on four occasions.
  • Kosovo have lost two of their previous five internationals on the road.
  • Austria have allowed just 0.6 goals per 90 in their home fixtures since the start of last year.

Home advantage will be crucial in their Nations League on Sunday. Austria have tended to dominate in front of their own fans, having avoided defeat in their last five internationals.

Over that period, they recorded four victories and excelled defensively, allowing just 0.6 goals per 90. In contrast, Kosovo have stuttered in their away fixtures, losing two of their last five. Meanwhile, they have conceded 1.8 goals per match.

Austria vs Kosovo Prediction, Value Tip

  • Value Tip: Austria and BTTS (Both teams to Score)
  • Odds: 3.25 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: A5JKK

As well as a home win, Both Teams to Score could be added to the selection to enhance the odds on Sunday.

Kosovo have scored at least once in 80% of their last five away matches, netting an average of 1.6 per 90 over that period compared to a lower average of 1.2 at home. Austria’s defensive record has been a concern throughout this calendar year, allowing ten goals in their previous five.

Verdict: Austria (1.475) — Austria 2-1 Kosovo