Tirana municipal and state police imposed strict traffic restrictions across multiple major road axes on September 26, 2026, to manage public security for Albania's UEFA Nations League opener against Belarus at Air Albania Stadium.
Road closures took effect at 5:00 PM local time ahead of the scheduled 8:45 PM kickoff.
Authorities shut down key routes including Martyrs of the Nation Boulevard from the former Hotel Dajti bridge, Papa John Paul II Street, and several intersections surrounding the national venue.
Security Measures and Match Context
Police units conducted thorough security checks at stadium entrances starting at 6:30 PM to restrict prohibited items, such as pyrotechnics, metallic coins, umbrellas, and lighters.
Authorities engaged hundreds of officers to maintain order and safeguard public security surrounding the fixture.
The match marked the latest encounter in the history between both national teams.
Albania entered the fixture holding a strong head-to-head record against Belarus over the past 16 years, remaining undefeated across their four previous consecutive meetings.
