 He played as a substitute in the opening Group E match versus Cyprus, entering at 72nd minute in place of Emiljano Vila, only to fire a 30-yard strike into the net in the 87th minute to secure a 3–1 win, a goal which many considered to be the best international goal of his career.It was his 69th match for Albania, which made him the fifth player with most appearances, overtaking Igli Tare and Alban Bushi.He started in the second match against Switzerland but was replaced in the 55th minute as Albania lost 0–2.