Elif Elmas turns 27 — the "Diamond" celebrates ahead of North Macedonia v Switzerland
Atalanta attacker Elmas marks his 27th birthday while training with North Macedonia ahead of the home game versus Switzerland.
Elif Elmas, widely nicknamed "the 'Diamond'" in his homeland, celebrates his 27th birthday on 24 September 2026. Currently an attacking figure for Atalanta, Elmas marks the milestone while preparing with the North Macedonia national team for a Euro qualifier against Switzerland.
Preparations and the upcoming match
Elmas joined the national squad ahead of North Macedonia's home game against Switzerland, scheduled for Saturday, 26 September 2026, with kickoff at 20:45 at the Todor Proeski Arena in Skopje. Team staff and fans hope the birthday occasion will see him produce a standout performance.
Born and raised in the Butel quarter of Skopje, Elmas began his senior career with FK Rabotnicki and has since established himself in Italy's Serie A. He is now considered one of the country's top footballers and a regular leader on the national side.
Across a professional career that spans more than a decade, Elmas has played for three clubs in Italy and also had spells in Turkey and Germany. His resume includes a Serie A title won with Napoli.
For the national team, Elmas has so far collected 79 caps and scored 13 goals. Some of those goals are remembered as defining moments for North Macedonia, notably his strike in the 2-1 victory away to Germany.
On his birthday, teammates and supporters will be watching as Elmas aims to combine club experience with national-team leadership in what could be a decisive match for North Macedonia.
Photo: press material from the event
