Shaban Suliman named coach of Round 7 after Bashkimi 3:3 Vardar
Bashkimi led 2:0, Vardar recovered to 2:3, then the hosts salvaged a 3:3 draw; Suliman named coach of Round 7.
On September 15, 2026, Bashkimi and Vardar played out a 3:3 draw in Kumanovo that underlined how much Bashkimi's season has changed since its opening weeks.
The match swung in momentum: Bashkimi raced into a 2:0 lead, Vardar then turned the score to 2:3, and in the closing stages the home side levelled to finish 3:3.
Coach's tactical win
Head coach Shaban Suliman received wide praise for his game plan and in-game adjustments. Up against the well-known "Grof" Bozovic on the Vardar bench, Suliman's decisions helped Bashkimi control key phases and regain parity at the end.
Observers pointed out that this is not the same Bashkimi that struggled at the start of the season: the team already recorded an away victory at Skopje and then took a point against Vardar, results that reflect clear progress under Suliman.
With this performance and the recent results, Bashkimi looks set to be a competitive presence for the rest of the season — and Suliman's stock among supporters has risen accordingly.
There was no doubt that Shaban Suliman was the coach of Round 7.
Photo: press material from the event
