North Macedonia vs Switzerland

FYR Macedonia host Switzerland in League B Matchweek 1 of the UEFA Nations League on Saturday, 26 September 2026, at Toše Proeski Arena in Skopje. The visiting Swiss side enter the tournament having limited opponents to 0.90 expected goals per game across their recent competitive matches.

Switzerland build on recent tournament form

Switzerland arrive in Skopje following a competitive run that produced three victories in five outings. They opened that stretch with a 4-1 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina on 18 June 2026, followed by a 2-1 victory against Canada on 24 June 2026 and a 2-0 shutout against Algeria on 3 July 2026. A scoreless 0-0 draw against Colombia on 7 July 2026 preceded their run ending in a 1-3 defeat away at Argentina on 12 July 2026.

Their underlying data underlines their defensive organisation. Over their last five matches with chance data, Switzerland created 1.24 expected goals a game and allowed only 0.90. In attack, Johan Manzambi leads their scoring charts with three goals this season across all competitions. Squad adjustments also frame the group, with Granit Xhaka omitted from selection.

FYR Macedonia begin League B at Toše Proeski Arena

FYR Macedonia start their campaign with home advantage at Toše Proeski Arena in Skopje. The hosts have no reported injuries or suspensions heading into Matchweek 1, leaving the selection fully intact for this encounter.

There is no prior head-to-head record between FYR Macedonia and Switzerland. The host side face a visiting lineup that has demonstrated clear control without the ball against World Cup-level opposition.

Our model firmly expects a Switzerland win

Our model firmly expects a Switzerland win in Skopje. The call aligns with Switzerland's steady balance at both ends, backed by 1.24 expected goals created and only 0.90 conceded per game, alongside Johan Manzambi's output in the final third.