On October 10, 2025, Belgium will welcome North Macedonia for a match in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
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Key facts and head-to-head history:
- North Macedonia is surprisingly leading the group after five matches.
- Belgium has not lost in their last five matches.
- North Macedonia has lost only once in their last five games.
- The teams have played against each other five times.
- The last match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Match preview:
This match gives Belgium a chance to solidify their position in the group and reinforce their status as favorites in European qualifying. Under coach Rudy Garcia, Belgium has demonstrated an effective attacking style, focusing on ball possession and high pressing. With strong home support, they are expected to take control from the start and aim to secure a lead before halftime.
Meanwhile, North Macedonia will come to Ghent looking to stay compact and use counterattacks. They have a determined spirit and talented players who can exploit mistakes made by Belgium. However, Belgium has an advantage in overall quality and squad depth. It’s likely that Belgium will manage the pace of the game and create many opportunities to score.
Probable lineups:
- Belgium: Courtois, Castagne, Debast, Theate, De Keyper, Tielemans, Raskin, Trossard, De Bruyne, Doku, De Ketelaere.
- North Macedonia: Dimitrievski, Ilievski, Stojchevski, Zajkov, Alioski, Churlinov, Alimi, Bardhi, Elmas, Miovski, Trajkovski.
Match prediction:
The match between Belgium and North Macedonia is likely to feature several goals. Belgium has a clear advantage in skill, plays offensively, and creates many chances, while also being capable of breaking through a tightly-knit defense. North Macedonia will probably try to counterattack, which may lead to some threatening moments for Belgium. Given the attacking strength of the hosts and the approach of the visitors, a high total goal count is expected. Prediction: over 2.5 goals.