Wales vs North Macedonia: Key Stats and Head-to-Head Analysis for UEFA World Cup Qualifiers
Wales is preparing to face North Macedonia in an important UEFA World Cup qualifier match scheduled for 19:45 GMT at the Cardiff City Stadium. The Welsh national team has undergone significant changes, as head coach Craig Bellamy has decided to make five key alterations to the starting lineup following their previous performance.
Wales Team Changes for the Match
Following a narrow 1-0 victory against Liechtenstein, Bellamy has opted for a tactical refresh. One notable change is the return of Tottenham Hotspur’s forward Brennan Johnson, who replaces Mark Harris. This comes after Johnson spent two games on the bench.
Midfield Adjustments
Wales will miss the services of suspended midfielders Ethan Ampadu and Jordan James, both of whom received yellow cards in the previous match. Harry Wilson, who was also sidelined due to suspension, returns to the squad to captain the team for the first time.
Starting Lineup
Wales’ starting XI for the clash against North Macedonia features:
- Goalkeeper: Darlow
- Defenders: Williams, Rodon, Lawlor, Dasilva
- Midfielders: Sheehan, Cullen
- Forwards: Brooks, Wilson, James, Johnson
Substitutes
The substitutes available for Wales are:
- A. Davies
- King
- Kpakio
- Mepham
- Norrington-Davies
- J. Colwill
- R. Colwill
- Thomas
- Broadhead
- I. Davies
- Koumas
- Harris
Match Significance
This match marks a critical opportunity for Wales to secure valuable points in their UEFA World Cup qualifying campaign. With the return of key players and a revised lineup, the team aims to build momentum as they compete against North Macedonia.
