All tickets sold for match in Bratislava, Slovaks speak of the “12th” player

The Football Association of Slovakia announced on Monday that all tickets have been sold for the Slovakia–Kosovo match, which will be played on March 26 at the National Stadium in Bratislava.

It is the playoff semifinal for qualification for the 2026 World Cup.

“We are very happy to announce that all tickets have been sold. This is clear evidence that the Slovak national team has great support and that this match is very attractive and important to our fans. We are confident that they will create a fantastic atmosphere at the National Stadium. A packed stadium can give the players the energy they need to perform at the highest level and overcome difficult obstacles. I want to thank the fans for their enormous interest and support. Together we are stronger,” said the director of the Slovak federation, Lukash Donoval.

The Slovak federation announced that if any tickets become available in the meantime, they will go on sale.

The winner of the match between Slovakia and Kosovo will face Turkey or Romania in the playoff final on March 31. The team that wins the final will qualify for the World Cup, which is being held in the USA, Canada and Mexico.

The Slovak national team are happy that they will play in a completely full stadium.

The stadium in Bratislava has a capacity of 22,500 seats. At least five percent of them will be occupied by Kosovo fans. But it is not ruled out that Kosovo will have more supporters than is anticipated for visiting teams.

“The fact that we are playing at home is a big plus. When the fans are in the right mood, along with our right approach, they can help us a lot. It is as if we have one more player on the pitch. This is a great thing, very positive. I am very happy that we are playing at home, in front of our fans and in a completely full stadium,” said Slovakia defender Adam Obert.

For Kosovo, this is the biggest match so far.