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13 Nov 2026 19:45
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Scotland vs FYR Macedonia Predictions, Picks & Odds – 13/11/2026

UEFA Nations League · 5
13 Nov 2026 Louis Hecq

Scotland vs FYR Macedonia – Best bets of the match

Our prediction
1: Scotland to win
1.18 on Betfred · Confidence High
Odds recorded on 11 Nov 2026 at 21:14 · Odds are subject to change
Competition: UEFA Nations League
Stage: League B, 5
Date: 13 Nov 2026
Time: 19:45 GMT

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Scotland head into this November fixture on a strong upward trajectory, having won their last three matches after opening the Nations League campaign with consecutive defeats. Sébastien Pocognoli's side need a minimum of four points from their final two group fixtures to keep promotion play-off hopes alive. The return of Scott McTominay, following a successful heart procedure, is a significant boost, while captain Andy Robertson stands on the brink of surpassing Sir Kenny Dalglish's all-time caps record.

North Macedonia arrive in dire straits, rooted to the bottom of Group B1 without a single point from their two matches so far. Goce Sedloski's squad selection policy of omitting players not featuring regularly at club level limits his options further. The reverse fixture ended in a comfortable 2-0 Scotland victory, and North Macedonia will need a vastly improved performance to avoid slipping into the relegation play-offs. Motivation, at least, should not be lacking.

Scotland's home win at 1.18 is the cornerstone of our selection. The hosts have rattled off three consecutive victories to revive their promotion hopes, and the return of Scott McTominay following his heart procedure adds real quality in midfield. Ché Adams's availability further bolsters an attack that already secured a 2-0 win in the reverse fixture. North Macedonia, pointless at the foot of Group B1, lack the firepower to trouble a side with this kind of momentum.

The over 2.5 goals line at 1.77 also merits consideration. Scotland need maximum points to keep their promotion play-off aspirations alive, which should encourage an attacking approach from the outset. North Macedonia coach Goce Sedloski has acknowledged squad limitations by omitting players not featuring regularly at club level, and that reduced depth could leave his defence exposed against a buoyant home side eager to pile on the goals.

Backing both teams to score "no" at 1.44 rounds off the selections. North Macedonia have managed just two results across their campaign, a loss and a draw, and their goal output has been minimal. Scotland's clean sheet in the October meeting underlines the visitors' creative shortcomings. With Andy Robertson on the cusp of a historic caps record, expect a disciplined, focused Scottish rearguard determined to deliver a shutout on a memorable evening.

Trends to Know about Scotland vs FYR Macedonia

  • Scotland have won three straight matches
  • North Macedonia winless in group play
  • Hosts scored freely in recent outings

Form & Statistics: Scotland vs FYR Macedonia

Scotland

Recent form

LLWWW
Wins3/5 (60%)
Draws0/5 (0%)
Losses2/5 (40%)

Season statistics (5)

0Total goals
0%Both teams score
0Goals scored
0Goals conceded

FYR Macedonia

Recent form

LD
Wins0/2 (0%)
Draws1/2 (50%)
Losses1/2 (50%)

Season statistics (2)

0Total goals
0%Both teams score
0Goals scored
0Goals conceded
StatisticScotlandFYR Macedonia
Last 5 results3W 2L·1D 1L
Avg goals scored0.0·0.0
Avg goals conceded0.0·0.0
Under 2.5 (last 5)2/5·1/2
Probable lineup

Lineups: Scotland vs FYR Macedonia

Scotland

3-4-1-2
  1. 1 Angus Gunn
  2. 2 Andy Robertson
  3. 3 Jack Hendry
  4. 4 Stephen Welsh
  5. 5 Nathan Patterson
  6. 6 Lewis Ferguson
  7. 7 John McGinn
  8. 8 Billy Gilmour
  9. 9 Scott McTominay
  10. 10 Ben Gannon-Doak
  11. 11 Oli McBurnie
  • Scott Bain
  • Liam Kelly
  • Luis Binks
  • Aaron Hickey
  • James Penrice
  • Ryan Christie
  • Josh McPake
  • Ché Adams
  • Kieron Bowie
  • Scott McKenna (Back strain)
  • Kenny McLean (Injury)
  • Lawrence Shankland (Thigh injury)
  • Calvin Miller (Knee issue)

FYR Macedonia

3-5-2
  1. 1 Stole Dimitrievski
  2. 2 Visar Musliu
  3. 3 Anes Meliqi
  4. 4 Mario Mladenovski
  5. 5 Bojan Ilievski
  6. 6 Matej Gashtarov
  7. 7 Enis Bardhi
  8. 8 Luka Stankovski
  9. 9 Sebastián Herrera
  10. 10 Eljif Elmas
  11. 11 Bojan Miovski
  • 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 projected shapes with appropriate caution. Scotland's 3-4-1-2 places Scott McTominay in the advanced midfield role, tasked with linking a double pivot of Ferguson and Gilmour to the front two, a structure that demands disciplined width from the wing-backs.

Macedonia mirror Scotland's back three with their own 3-5-2, a formation that should produce a compact, congested midfield corridor. Eljif Elmas is the creative fulcrum in their engine room, and how Scotland's midfield trio manages his influence between the lines may well define the tempo of the evening.

How to Watch Scotland vs FYR Macedonia Match?

What time is Scotland vs FYR Macedonia?

Scotland vs FYR Macedonia kicks off at 19:45 on Friday 13 November 2026.

Where is Scotland vs FYR Macedonia being played?

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