Our Predictions
North Macedonia is unbeaten in group play and has won all previous head-to-head matches versus Kazakhstan. They are favored at 1.38 odds, have strong form at home, and Kazakhstan has poor away results.
Both teams have problems scoring. Most recent games between them ended under 2.5 goals. The odds for Under 2.5 are 1.80, showing bookmakers expect a tight, low-scoring match.
North Macedonia has kept clean sheets in recent home matches and Kazakhstan failed to score in most of their last away games. Odds at 1.53 reflect strong confidence in at least one side not scoring.
Extratips: North Macedonia vs Kazakhstan Prediction & Preview
The World Cup qualification showdown kicks off in Skopje as North Macedonia faces Kazakhstan on Monday night. The hosts are unbeaten in their group, sitting first with 12 points from 6 games, while Kazakhstan has struggled, with just 6 points and four losses.
Top betting odds show North Macedonia favored at 1.38 to win, a draw at 4.50, and Kazakhstan an outsider at 9.00. Both sides have found scoring tough – North Macedonia netted 9 times in their last 6 matches, while Kazakhstan scored only 4 in their last 4, most goals coming against the group minnows.
In the last 5 meetings, North Macedonia won every time. Scores: 1-0 (2025, WCQ), 4-0 (2021, friendly). At home, North Macedonia went unbeaten recently (3 wins, 2 draws). Kazakhstan’s away form is poor, with 4 straight losses and just 1 win.
Strengths: North Macedonia’s solid defensive record, home advantage, and set-piece threat. Weaknesses: Trouble breaking down defensive teams, few attacking options, some missed chances. Kazakhstan’s strengths are disciplined play, counterattack, and physical approach. Weaknesses: Lack of goals, defensive lapses under pressure, poor away results.
A few injuries affect both squads but main stars are fit. Key storylines: Macedonia’s unbeaten run, Kazakhstan’s hope to upset, and the low-scoring trend. Expect a tight match. Can North Macedonia hold onto first place? Will Kazakhstan finally break through away from home? Eyes are on Trajkovski for a key impact.
Predictions & Scenarios
We could see:
- Macedonia controlling for a narrow win (high chance)
- A cagey draw if both sides struggle (medium)
- An upset only if Kazakhstan strikes early (low)
Let’s dive into betting picks below.