The Football Federation of Kosovo has confirmed that Veldin Hoxha and Edon Zhegrova will not travel to Ireland. This match is decisive and will be played on Tuesday, November 17 in Dublin.

Unexpected news is about Zhegrova returning to Juventus. An injury is reported for the latter.

"Coach Franco Foda has released players Edon Zhegrova and Veldin Hoxha from the Kosovo National Team. Zhegrova has been released due to injury, which prevents him from being ready for the next match against Ireland, while Hoxha is suspended as a result of the red card (after two yellows) in yesterday's match against Israel," the federation's announcement reads.

The away match is the last and most important for Kosovo in Group B3. A draw is enough for Foda's team to finish in second place. They would automatically be in the second pot for the European qualifiers draw.

Zhegrova started yesterday against Israel. She also came close to scoring, as the unexpected injury was reported a day after the match.