Switzerland VS North Macedonia

Switzerland enter their UEFA Nations League clash with North Macedonia in excellent form and with promotion to League A within reach. Murat Yakin's side have won all three of their Group B1 matches, scoring eight goals while conceding just one. Their campaign began with a convincing 3-0 victory over North Macedonia, followed by another 3-0 success against Scotland and a 2-1 comeback win over Slovenia. With nine points and a five-point advantage over their closest rivals, Switzerland could secure promotion with another victory, depending on the outcome of the other group match. Their confidence has grown steadily, and the team appears to have recovered strongly from their disappointing World Cup exit. North Macedonia, in contrast, are experiencing a difficult period under Goce Sedloski. They have lost all three Nations League matches without scoring, suffering defeats against Switzerland, Slovenia and Scotland. Their wider form is even more concerning, as they remain without a goal in 2026 after seven matches, five of which ended in defeat. The lack of attacking production has increased pressure on the coaching staff, while concerns about squad depth and overall quality have made it difficult for the team to find a clear path out of their current struggles. Another defeat would leave North Macedonia in an increasingly precarious position and further underline the gap between them and the stronger teams in the group.