Scotland vs FYR Macedonia
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Challenge a friendScotland and FYR Macedonia face off in a League B fixture that promises a tight contest. Both sides have struggled for consistent form, making this a match where every point counts.
The context
In this League B campaign, Scotland have managed a win, a draw, and two losses, scoring three and conceding five goals. FYR Macedonia, on the other hand, have yet to find the net and have lost all four matches, conceding ten. Scotland currently sit second in the standings with one point, while FYR Macedonia are fourth without any points.
Match factors
Midfield creativity edge for Scotland
Scotland's B. Gilmour and J. McGinn provide superior passing and assist potential compared to FYR Macedonia's lack of top assisters
Scotland's recent scoring form vs FYR Macedonia
Scotland scored 2 goals in last away match vs FYR Macedonia with Bowie and McGinn scoring, indicating attacking threat
McGinn's strong recent form
McGinn's 1 goal in 4 games and high match ratings suggest he is in good shape to influence the game
Full squad availability for Scotland
No confirmed injuries or doubts for Scotland, ensuring strongest lineup possible
Analysis
The head-to-head record is limited but slightly favours Scotland, who won the only previous meeting. Scotland's midfield creativity, led by B. Gilmour and J. McGinn, offers an edge in passing and assists. McGinn, in particular, has been in decent form with a goal in four games and a strong recent rating. FYR Macedonia's defensive frailties are evident, having conceded ten goals without reply in this competition. However, the probabilities suggest a balanced match, with a draw being a likely outcome.
Key insights
B. Gilmour
Scotland
B. Gilmour's 85% passing accuracy and 1 assist in 4 games highlight his key role in Scotland's midfield creativity.
UEFA Nations League 26/271 assist in 4 games, 85% pass accuracy
J. McGinn
Scotland
J. McGinn's consistent starts and goal against FYR Macedonia underline his importance in Scotland's attacking threat.
UEFA Nations League 26/271 goal in 4 games, 357 mins played
K. Bowie
Scotland
K. Bowie’s goal in the last away match versus FYR Macedonia shows his potential to unlock their defence again.
UEFA Nations League 26/271 goal in 4 games, 135 mins played
Prediction
A cautious call points to a 1-1 draw, with the halftime score expected to be goalless. Scotland's J. McGinn and K. Bowie are the most probable scorers, both having found the net against FYR Macedonia recently. The match is expected to be competitive, with three cards likely to be shown as tensions simmer in this closely fought encounter.
Key facts
- 1.Scotland have 1 win, 1 draw, and 2 losses in this competition, scoring 3 and conceding 5 goals.
- 2.FYR Macedonia have lost all 4 matches in this competition, conceding 10 without scoring.
- 3.Scotland won the only previous meeting against FYR Macedonia.
- 4.Scotland rank 2nd with 1 point; FYR Macedonia rank 4th with 0 points in League B.
- 5.Scotland have a points-per-game advantage over FYR Macedonia (1.00 vs 0.00).
- 6.J. McGinn has scored 1 goal in 4 games and is a key creative force for Scotland.
- 7.B. Gilmour boasts an 85% passing accuracy and 1 assist in 4 games, leading Scotland's midfield creativity.
- 8.K. Bowie scored in the last away match against FYR Macedonia and is a notable attacking threat.
The verdict
While Scotland hold a slight advantage on paper, FYR Macedonia will be eager to avoid another defeat. Expect a hard-fought draw with both sides sharing the spoils, reflecting their current form and competitive balance in League B.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Scotland
Away — FYR Macedonia
No standout top scorers flagged for FYR Macedonia
Prediction generated 27 Oct 2026, 14:38 UTC · Fipster Model v1.166
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
FIFA world ranking
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Switzerland | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +3 | 3 |
| 2 |  Albania | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +2 | 3 |
| 3 |  Belarus | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
| 4 |  Italy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | -2 | 0 |
Prediction Q&A
- Who does Fipster predict will win Scotland vs FYR Macedonia?
- Fipster's AI model predicts a draw between Scotland and FYR Macedonia.
- What is the predicted score for Scotland vs FYR Macedonia?
- Fipster predicts a final score of Scotland 1–1 FYR Macedonia.
- What are the win probabilities for Scotland vs FYR Macedonia?
- Fipster's model gives Scotland a 33% chance of winning, FYR Macedonia a 32% chance, and a 35% chance of a draw.
- How confident is Fipster in this prediction?
- Fipster's model assigns this prediction 35% confidence — a low-confidence call.