North Macedonia vs Latvia prediction, H2H and probable lineups, November 13, 2025
North Macedonia takes on Latvia this Thursday, November 13, 2025, in what should be a tricky Euro qualifier clash. Both sides are looking to end their campaign on a high note — Macedonia chasing consistency, while Latvia hopes to pull off a rare away upset.
The game promises intensity, a few surprises, and possibly a couple of goals, especially with both sides eager to prove a point after mixed results in recent fixtures.
Recent Form Guide
North Macedonia:
It’s been a rollercoaster ride for the Macedonians lately. They’ve shown flashes of brilliance, especially at home, but consistency has been their biggest problem. A solid win against a lower-ranked team recently boosted morale, but defensive lapses remain a concern. The home crowd in Skopje will expect a big performance here.
Latvia:
Latvia, on the other hand, continues to struggle for form. They’ve managed only a handful of points in their last few qualifiers. While their defense sometimes holds up, their lack of cutting edge in attack has cost them points. Still, they’ll come into this one with nothing to lose — and that can make them dangerous.
Head-to-Head (H2H)
The two sides haven’t met too often, but North Macedonia holds the upper hand in recent meetings. Historically, Macedonia has dominated at home, winning most of their clashes by narrow margins. Latvia’s last win against them feels like a distant memory, and they’ll be hoping to change that narrative this time.
Team News
North Macedonia:
Coach Blagoja Milevski will likely stick with his usual setup. Elmas and Bardhi should control things in midfield, while Trajkovski and Miovski could lead the attack. Defensively, Velkovski returns to the squad, adding some much-needed stability at the back.
Latvia:
Latvia’s boss might make a few tweaks after their last outing. Uldriķis is expected to start up front, with Tobers anchoring the midfield. Goalkeeper Ozols should retain his spot between the sticks, hoping for a quieter night than usual.
Predicted Lineups
North Macedonia (4-2-3-1):
Dimitrievski – Ristovski, Musliu, Velkovski, Alioski – Ademi, Bardhi – Elmas, Trajkovski, Churlinov – Miovski
Latvia (4-4-2):
Ozols – Dubra, Sorokins, Oss, Cernomordijs – Tobers, Ciganiks, Ikaunieks, Emsis – Uldriķis, Gutkovskis
Players to Watch
Eljif Elmas (North Macedonia): The Napoli man is the creative spark of this team. His vision and control can unlock even the tightest defenses.
Roberts Uldriķis (Latvia): Latvia’s best hope for a goal. If he gets decent service, he can be a real handful for Macedonia’s backline.
Match Prediction
North Macedonia at home are tough to beat, and Latvia’s form doesn’t exactly inspire confidence. Expect Macedonia to dominate possession and eventually find the breakthrough. Latvia may hang on for a while, but the hosts should have enough firepower to seal it.
Prediction: North Macedonia 2–0 Latvia
Betting Tips
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Full-Time Result: North Macedonia to win ✅
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Both Teams to Score: No ❌
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Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 ⚖️
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Anytime Scorer: Elmas or Miovski ⚽
Safe play is backing Macedonia to win without conceding — good value considering Latvia’s scoring struggles on the road.
Final Thoughts
This one should go as expected — North Macedonia controlling the tempo and Latvia chasing shadows for most of the game. Unless something wild happens, the home side should walk away with three points and a clean sheet to keep their fans smiling in Skopje.