Kosovo rookie at Celje before Egnatio: Quality is on our side

A Kosovian journalist will face off against the Slovenian football club Celje in an upcoming European match, marking a new chapter in his career. The encounter, set for tomorrow evening at 20:45 local time in Albania, will see Veton Tusha, who hails from Kosovo's Dritë region, take on the challenge of representing his team against Celje. Tusha has previously played in the Kosovo Superliga, scoring five goals in 27 league matches, and has also had experience with the Albanian club Dinamo City. His familiarity with the opponent comes from past encounters in Albania, which he says gives him confidence. He expressed his determination, stating, “I know them well because I have played extensively in Albania. They are a good team, but they certainly don’t have the quality we do. We know we’ll give everything to overcome this first European obstacle.” The match between Celje and Egnatio will be broadcast live on Channel A and VOYO. Following the game, viewers can watch a documentary titled NK Celje: Sanje grofov on Channel A, offering insight into the club’s recent transformation. The documentary traces the journey of Celje from its inception in 2019, when a new leadership team embarked on an ambitious path of development. Through interviews with key figures, coaches, and players, along with unseen footage from behind the scenes, the film reveals how the modern football organization has evolved. It highlights decisions that reshaped both the sporting and business aspects of the club, as well as moments of uncertainty and pressure following their first national championship title. The documentary also chronicles two domestic titles, long-awaited cup victories, and a historic European campaign. Without embellishment, it portrays how the club built a winning mentality and long-term strategy. The climax of the story features Celje’s remarkable run in the UEFA Conference League, reaching the quarter-finals, an achievement that exceeded domestic expectations and firmly placed the club on the European map. “This film isn’t just a look back at successes; it’s proof of what it means to believe, persevere, and win,” said Valerij Kolotilo, president of NK Celje. “We are proud to share our story with fans, business partners, and the wider public.”