North Macedonia vs Switzerland prediction 26.09.2026 | Nations League
North Macedonia
Kick off:
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Switzerland
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8.25
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5.01
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1.41
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- Competition: Nations League
- Date: 26th September 2026
- Kick-off: 19:45 UK / 20:45 CEST
- Venue: Philip II Arena
Switzerland heads to Skopje. Honestly, I still think about North Macedonia’s shocking World Cup qualifying win over Germany. It was pure madness. They possess that unique, gritty fearlessness that rattles giants. But Switzerland is a machine. They are disciplined, efficient, and rarely beat themselves. The hosts will rely on a hostile home crowd to fuel their energetic pressing. Meanwhile, the clinical Swiss will calmly dictate the tempo. It’s a classic battle of emotional fire versus tactical ice. Will the Macedonian lions cause total chaos? Let's check the numbers to uncover the best betting value.
This is the first-ever senior international meeting between North Macedonia and Switzerland. With no prior head-to-head history to rely on, both teams will look to set the precedent in this crucial Nations League opener.
North Macedonia team overview
North Macedonia enters this one on the back of a 7 match winless slump. The Lynxes completely missed out on Euro 2024 and the 2026 World Cup, and their previous Nations League C stint yielded a modest seven points.
Goce Sedloski’s men need a massive tactical shift here. On home soil, they boast a phenomenal nine-game unbeaten streak in competitive fixtures.
Unforgettable elite-level stalemates against heavy hitters like Italy, England, and most recently a 1-1 draw with Belgium in World Cup qualifying have turned Skopje into an absolute fortress.
It’s an incredibly tough place for anyone to visit. Key midfielder Eljif Elmas remains a primary spark for the North Macedonia National Team.
They will look to rely heavily on his playmaker qualities alongside team captain Enis Bardhi, who remains a staple in the starting lineup for their upcoming international fixtures.
Last matches of North Macedonia
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Turkey
4 : 0
North Macedonia
Friendly International
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
0 : 0
North Macedonia
Friendly International
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Republic of Ireland
0 : 0
North Macedonia
Friendly International
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Denmark
4 : 0
North Macedonia
WC Qualification Europe
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Wales
7 : 1
North Macedonia
WC Qualification Europe
North Macedonia lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Stole Dimitrievski
Defenders
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4
Gjoko Zajkov
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6
Visar Musliu
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2
Bojan Ilievski
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10
Ezgjan Alioski
Midfielders
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11
Eljif Elmas
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7
Enis Bardhi
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8
Agon Elezi
Forwards
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19
Matej Gashtarov
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9
Bojan Miovski
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20
Elmin Rastoder
Switzerland team overview
Switzerland enters this one on the back of an exceptional international run. The Rossocrociati captured global attention at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they sensationally marched all the way to the quarter-finals before falling 3-1 to Argentina after extra time.
Murat Yakin’s men are now looking to carry that clinical elite tournament momentum directly into League B after previously maintaining their top-flight status with nine points in a grueling League A group.
On the road, the Swiss find themselves on a three-game unbeaten streak in competitive travel, highlighted by a dominant 2-0 victory in Sweden and a gritty 0-0 stalemate against Slovenia. It's incredibly impressive consistency.
Dynamic winger Dan Ndoye, who memorably fired home Switzerland’s lone goal in that World Cup quarter-final loss, remains their main offensive threat. Unfortunately, key talisman Granit Xhaka is entirely missing from the roster due to an active squad suspension.
Last matches of Switzerland
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Argentina
2 : 0
Switzerland
World Cup
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Switzerland
4 : 3
Colombia
World Cup
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Switzerland
2 : 0
Algeria
World Cup
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Switzerland
2 : 1
Canada
World Cup
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Switzerland
4 : 1
Bosnia and Herzegovina
World Cup
Switzerland lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Gregor Kobel
Defenders
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5
Manuel Akanji
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4
Nico Elvedi
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13
Ricardo Rodríguez
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18
Eray Cömert
Midfielders
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8
Remo Freuler
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14
Ardon Jashari
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11
Dan Ndoye
Forwards
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22
Fabian Rieder
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9
Johan Manzambi
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23
Zeki Amdouni
Prediction
Switzerland's relentless efficiency should ultimately breach Skopje’s formidable fortress. It won't be easy. North Macedonia’s incredible home record means they'll almost certainly find the net, especially given their fearless attitude against elite opposition. However, the visitors possess far too much tactical maturity. I expect a tight, fiercely contested battle that hangs in the balance for long periods. Backing a precise 2-1 Swiss victory feels like the smartest play here.
Three reasons we expect over 2.5 goals in this game
- Switzerland kept a clean sheet in nine of their last 12 games.
- North Macedonia shipped 4+ goals in three of their last five matches.
- Switzerland scored 2+ goals in four of their last five matches.
Main prediction North Macedonia - Switzerland
Over 2.5 goals
Best Odds:
22bet
1.78
North Macedonia vs Switzerland standings in UEFA Nations League
| Group 1 | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Slovenia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | North Macedonia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Scotland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Switzerland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 - 0 | 0 | 0 |