North Macedonia vs Kazakhstan Prediction & Betting Tips (13 October)

North Macedonia enters this World Cup 2026 qualifier with momentum and purpose, having extended their unbeaten streak to nine matches. Under the guidance of Blagoja Milevski, the Lavovi have shown tactical discipline and defensive resilience, notably holding Belgium to a 1-1 draw despite only 32% possession. Their recent run includes six wins and three draws, with clean sheets in all six victories. While their wins came against lower-ranked teams like Armenia, Latvia, and Liechtenstein, the ability to grind out results against stronger opposition suggests a squad growing in maturity and confidence.

Kazakhstan, meanwhile, continues to wrestle with inconsistency. Coach Ali Aliev’s side has managed just two wins in their last 15 matches, including a 2-0 victory over Liechtenstein in March. However, their defensive frailties remain a concern, having conceded 24 goals in their last 10 outings. The Hawks suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat to Belarus in a recent friendly, and their home form at Astana Arena has been patchy at best, with three losses and one draw in their last five appearances there. Despite some promising individual performances, the team lacks cohesion in key moments.



In terms of squad news, North Macedonia is expected to field a familiar lineup, with key figures like Ezgjan Alioski and Aleksandar Trajkovski continuing to anchor the midfield and attack. Milevski’s system has allowed them to remain compact defensively while exploiting counterattacking opportunities. Kazakhstan may rely on goalkeeper Mukhamedjan Seisen and defenders Marat Bystrov and Nuraly Alip to contain the Macedonian offense, but their backline will need to be sharper than in recent outings. The tactical battle will likely hinge on North Macedonia’s ability to control tempo and Kazakhstan’s response in transition.

As the two sides prepare to clash, the edge tilts toward North Macedonia, who have both form and structure on their side. Kazakhstan’s vulnerability at the back and lack of cutting edge in attack make them susceptible, especially against a team that has mastered the art of grinding out results. While the match may be tighter than expected, we predict a 2-1 victory for North Macedonia, with their superior organization and recent form proving decisive in a crucial Group J encounter.

• Summary: North Macedonia is going head to head with Kazakhstan starting on 13 Oct 2025 at 18:45 UTC at Toše Proeski Arena stadium, Skopje city, North Macedonia. The match is a part of the World Cup Qual. UEFA J .
• North Macedonia Feedinco Rating: 6.97
• Kazakhstan Feedinco Rating: 6.85