Sports
The traditional sporting life of Albanians has been based on pastoralism and warfare (archery, wrestling, and horse racing have all enjoyed prominence). Football (soccer) is modern-day Albania’s preferred sport; the country has a number of professional teams, and most cities and towns boast local amateur leagues. Other sports include basketball, volleyball, tennis, athletics and gymnastics. Chess is a common pastime. Albania made its debut at the 1972 Olympic Summer Games in Munich but did not return to Olympic competition until the 1992 Summer Games in Barcelona. Albania's long coastline provides ample opportunity for water sports such as swimming. The mountainous regions are suitable for a variety of mountain sports.