Wales vs North Macedonia

Wales vs North Macedonia Form and Head to Head Record

Wales enter this match on the back of a narrow 1-0 away victory against Liechtenstein. However, prior to that, their form has been inconsistent, with two wins and three losses in their previous six outings, including a 4-3 defeat to Belgium.

North Macedonia played out a goalless draw in their friendly against Latvia. Their form has been solid, remaining unbeaten in their last seven matches in this tournament, including two wins and four draws.

The previous meeting between these two sides ended in a 1-1 draw in North Macedonia.

Looking at the last three encounters, the head-to-head record is finely balanced, with Wales winning one, North Macedonia winning one, and one draw.

Wales vs North Macedonia Predicted Lineups

Wales (4-3-3): Darlow; Dasilva, Lawlor, Rodon, Williams; Cullen, Sheehan, Broadhead; Thomas, Harris, James

North Macedonia (4-3-3): Dimitrievski; Ashkovski, Stojchevski, Serafimov, Dimoski; Bardhi, Alimi, Kostadinov; Churlinov, Rastoder, Ristovski

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Wales vs North Macedonia Team News

Wales are facing a significant injury crisis, with Davies, Cabango, and Moore all ruled out through injury. To compound matters, Ampadu and James are suspended after picking up bookings in the match against Liechtenstein. Sheehan and Broadhead are likely to fill the midfield void, while Cullen could feature in an advanced midfield role.

North Macedonia also have their own injury concerns, with Musliu, Alioski, and Atanasov sidelined. However, coach Blagoja Milevski still has the core of his squad available. Bardhi will be key in midfield, while Ristovski and Churlinov are expected to support Rastoder in attack.

Who are the betting favourites in Wales vs North Macedonia?

Wales are 4/7 favourites to get the win they need that would secure a World Cup play-off spot. North Macedonia are 5/1 underdogs, and the draw is available to back at 3/1. 

Wales vs North Macedonia Match Result Best Odds Bookmaker
Wales Win 4/7 bet365
Draw 3/1 bet365
North Macedonia 5/1 Betfred

Odds last updated at 16:00, Tuesday 18th November.

Wales vs North Macedonia Match Prediction

Wales kept their World Cup hopes alive with a narrow 1–0 win over Liechtenstein, ensuring their qualification fate remains in their own hands ahead of a decisive clash with North Macedonia.

Craig Bellamy’s side faces mounting pressure, having lost their last two competitive home games and dealing with selection issues in a must-win scenario.

North Macedonia, unbeaten in seven Group J matches, need only a draw to secure a play-off spot and have shown strong resilience, losing just once in their last 15 internationals.

Wales tend to start fast at home, while North Macedonia often score late, setting up a tactical battle.

Key players include David Brooks for Wales, who often strikes late, and Bojan Miovski for North Macedonia, whose return to form could boost their qualification chances.

Score Prediction: Wales 2-1 North Macedonia

Wales vs North Macedonia Player Stat Trends

Sorba Thomas has provided assists in 3 out of 5 games.
Enis Bardhi has scored in 2 out of 3 games.
Nikola Serafimov has been carded in 2 out of 3 games.
Harry Wilson has been carded in 2 out of 3 games.
Aleksandar Trajkovski has recorded over 0.5 shots on target in 4 out of 5 games.

Wales vs North Macedonia Bet Builder Tip

Our bet builder tip for Wales vs North Macedonia is Joe Rodon to have 0.5 shots on target and Enis Bardhi to commit 2+ fouls. 

At the time of publishing it is a best price of 12/1 with bet365, it's as short as 9/2 elsewhere.

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