North Macedonia U21 begin preparations for Serbia friendly
Aleksandar Tanevski summoned the U21 squad as they prepare to face Serbia on 12 November 2026.
North Macedonia's under-21 national team, led by coach Aleksandar Tanevski, has begun preparations for a friendly match against Serbia. The game is scheduled for 12 November 2026 at Karađorđe Stadium in Novi Sad.
Coach's objective
Tanevski described the fixture as important despite its friendly status: the coaching staff want to evaluate the current form of the summoned young players and see how the team functions against a strong opponent.
The preparation phase is intended to provide a clear picture of the areas that require attention ahead of upcoming commitments. The staff will use the match to test combinations and individual performances under competitive conditions.
The squad convened for training ahead of the trip to Serbia, with the technical team focusing on tactical organisation and match-readiness.
Following the friendly on 12 November 2026, the coaching staff plan to review performances and determine priorities for the next training cycle and selection decisions.
Photo: press material from the event
