Kosovo and Austria played out a 1-1 draw in their UEFA Nations League League B, Group 3 encounter in Prishtina on Sunday.
Austria dominated possession for much of the game but struggled to create clear-cut opportunities, while Kosovo looked more dangerous when they broke forward.
The hosts eventually took the lead in the 70th minute through substitute Fisnik Asllani.
Edon Zhegrova played a key role in the move, driving into the right channel before setting up Asllani, who finished low to give Kosovo the advantage.
Austria continued to push for an equaliser and eventually got their reward five minutes from full time.
Christoph Lang headed home from close range after Kevin Danso’s throw-in and a key touch from Saša Kalajdžić.
Kosovo came close to restoring their lead late on when substitute Milot Rashica struck the woodwork.
Rashica was subsequently forced off with an injury in the 88th minute.
Despite having less possession, Kosovo finished with more shots on target and a higher expected-goals figure.
Austria had 64 per cent of the ball and completed 597 passes compared with Kosovo’s 324, but the hosts recorded five shots on target to Austria’s four.
Austria goalkeeper Alexander Schlager played a key role in keeping his side in the contest, making four saves, while Kosovo goalkeeper Amir Saipi made three.
Edon Zhegrova was named Player of the Match after an influential display.
The Kosovo winger provided the assist for Asllani’s opener, created a big chance and completed 23 of his 28 passes.
The result saw both sides settle for a point after a game in which Austria controlled possession but Kosovo produced the more threatening moments in attack.
