Are we one?
For years, sport united ethnic Albanians scattered among states around the world, but Kosovo’s sporting recognition has complicated matters.
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It became clear that funding was not enough, and that the talented judoka needed to feel part of a project.
The division between the two sides was becoming clearer every day, as players began pledging allegiances to one side or the other in a mismanaged public show.
Tensions have continued, as invitations to train with Albania’s youth sides are still being sent to Kosovar youngsters all over Europe.
Ermal Kuka
Ermal Kuka is the online editor of Panorama Sport, and has been a sports journalist for more than a decade. He is an expert on both Albanian and international football, and has also worked for the Albanian football federation.
This story was originally written in English.