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>Scotland vs FYR Macedonia Prediction & Betting Tips – 13/11/2026
Scotland welcome North Macedonia to a venue yet to be confirmed on 13 November 2026, with kickoff set for 19:45 GMT in a crucial UEFA Nations League League B, Group 1 fixture. The hosts need a minimum of four points from their final two matches to keep promotion play-off hopes alive, while North Macedonia sit rock bottom on zero points and face the grim prospect of relegation. With pride, promotion and survival all on the line, this is a fixture neither side can afford to treat lightly.
Match Analysis
Scotland enter as commanding favourites at 1.18, backed by a 2-0 victory in the reverse fixture and a structural need for points to reach the promotion play-offs. McTominay and Gilmour return to bolster a midfield that defines Scotland's best football.
- 2-0 win over North Macedonia in the reverse fixture on October 3, 2026, confirms tactical superiority.
- Scotland hold a 3-1 advantage in the overall head-to-head record against North Macedonia.
- McTominay and Gilmour both return to the probable XI, restoring the engine room of Scotland's best performances.
- Scotland need at least 4 points from two remaining games to reach the promotion play-offs, guaranteeing attacking intent.
North Macedonia arrive as heavy outsiders at 13.00, sitting bottom of Group B1 with zero points and a historically poor attacking record across four Nations League matches. The 2-0 reverse defeat adds psychological weight to an already daunting task.
- North Macedonia have scored 0 goals in 4 Nations League matches, the worst attack in Group B1.
- Macedonia average just 0.20 goals per game across their last 10 outings, a near-toothless offensive output.
- Macedonia conceded 10 goals in 4 Nations League games, exposing a defence under severe structural pressure.
Key point: With North Macedonia averaging under a quarter of a goal per game, backing 2.10 offers a complementary angle if Scotland's absentees blunt their finishing edge.
Form & Statistics: Scotland vs FYR Macedonia
Scotland
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
FYR Macedonia
Recent form
Season statistics (2)
Lineups: Scotland vs FYR Macedonia
Scotland
Starters
- 1 Angus Gunn
- 2 Andy Robertson
- 3 Jack Hendry
- 4 Stephen Welsh
- 5 Nathan Patterson
- 6 Lewis Ferguson
- 7 John McGinn
- 8 Billy Gilmour
- 9 Scott McTominay
- 10 Ben Gannon-Doak
- 11 Oli McBurnie
Bench
- Scott Bain
- Liam Kelly
- Luis Binks
- Aaron Hickey
- James Penrice
- Ryan Christie
- Josh McPake
- Ché Adams
- Kieron Bowie
Absent
- Scott McKenna (Back strain)
- Kenny McLean (Injury)
- Lawrence Shankland (Thigh injury)
- Calvin Miller (Knee issue)
FYR Macedonia
Starters
- 1 Stole Dimitrievski
- 2 Visar Musliu
- 3 Anes Meliqi
- 4 Mario Mladenovski
- 5 Bojan Ilievski
- 6 Matej Gashtarov
- 7 Enis Bardhi
- 8 Luka Stankovski
- 9 Sebastián Herrera
- 10 Eljif Elmas
- 11 Bojan Miovski
Bench
- Damjan Shishkovski
- Nikola Serafimov
- Ezgjan Alioski
- Jani Atanasov
- Agon Elezi
- Darko Churlinov
- Dimitar Mitrovski
- Elmin Rastoder
- Marko Gjorgjievski
Low confidence
Both lineups carry a speculated status here, so treat the tactical picture as provisional rather than settled. Scotland's 3-4-1-2 places Scott McTominay in the hole behind the strikers, with Billy Gilmour and Lewis Ferguson providing the engine room in a compact midfield block.
North Macedonia mirror the back-three structure with a 3-5-2, and Eljif Elmas alongside Bojan Miovski gives the visitors genuine attacking threat on the break. The battle across the two midfields in this 3-4-1-2 versus 3-5-2 contest looks likely to determine which side controls the tempo at Hampden.
Our Verdict
Scotland's three consecutive wins make the home side compelling at 1.18. North Macedonia sit rock-bottom of Group B1 without a single point, and their threadbare recent form offers little reason to expect improvement here. The Scots need results to keep promotion hopes alive, lending extra urgency. Backing a home win looks the standout selection. Under 2.5 goals at 2.10 also warrants attention; Scotland have conceded five in four matches, yet their defensive structure at home should tighten against limited opposition. Prediction: Scotland to win.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Scotland vs FYR Macedonia?
A Scotland home win is the standout selection here, priced at 1.18. The hosts have already beaten North Macedonia 2-0 in the reverse fixture, and with McTominay and Gilmour restored to midfield, Pocognoli's side carry genuine quality against opponents who have failed to score in four Nations League outings. Scotland's promotion incentive sharpens their focus further.
What time does Scotland vs FYR Macedonia kick off?
This UEFA Nations League fixture kicks off at 19:45 UTC on Friday, 14 November 2026. The match will be played in Scotland, with Hampden Park in Glasgow the expected venue. Supporters in the United Kingdom should note that local kickoff time is 19:45 GMT, making it a prime-time fixture for those attending or watching from home.
Where can I watch Scotland vs FYR Macedonia on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for this UEFA Nations League fixture have not been confirmed in our current data. In the United Kingdom, matches of this nature are typically covered by Channel 4 or Sky Sports. We recommend checking your television listings or the official UEFA website for the most up-to-date broadcast information ahead of kickoff.
What is Scotland's recent record against FYR Macedonia?
Scotland's recent record against North Macedonia is encouraging. The most pertinent result is the 2-0 home victory in the reverse Nations League fixture on 3 October 2026, which demonstrated Scotland's clear superiority. North Macedonia have managed just nil goals across four Nations League matches this campaign, underlining the gulf in form between the two sides.