After the narrow loss to Russia, we compiled the player ratings of the Macedonian players. We tried to be objective and judge the players based on this game. Keep in mind that a rating of 6.0 is considered average.
Russia – Macedonia 1:0
Macedonia battled and even outplayed Russia in the 1st half but the only goal of the game was scored just before halftime by Russian midfielder Igor Semshov.
Todorovski will remain with Polonia Warszawa
The Polish club refused an offer from Crvena Zvezda and the owner of the club confirmed that Todorovski will remain with Polonia Warszawa.
Mirko Ivanovski gets nod over Samir Fazli
The speculation was that Samir Fazli would start as the lone striker in the Russia game but Toshack announced today that Mirko Ivanovski will get the nod over Fazli.
U19 organized friendlies with Romania and Albania
The Macedonian U19 national team has scheduled two friendlies against their counterparts from Romania and one against Albania.
Metalurg scheduled friendly with CSKA Sofia on Saturday
Metalurg will play a friendly against famous Bulgarian club CSKA Sofia on Saturday.
EURO 2012 Preview: Russia – Macedonia
Macedonia faces Russia today in what will be the debut for new manager John Toshack. His first game in charge will be against a difficult opponent in Russia who has won all three meetings against Macedonia up to this point.
Midweek internationals performances
Ivan Trickovski and APOEL played their first league game of the season, Nikola Gligorov made his debut for Alki, while Bajram Fetai and Lyngby were eliminated from the Danish Cup.
Darko Tasevski quits national team?
Makedonski Sport reports that Darko Tasevski was furious at being left out of the Russia game and will no longer play for Macedonia.
Toshack likely to use 4-2-3-1 formation against Russia
According to newspaper Nova Makedonija, Toshack has apparently decided to use a 4-2-3-1 formation against Russia.