Metalurg has parted ways with manager Zikica Tasevski with former Macedonian international Gjorgji Hristov being named as his replacement.
Macedonian Second League – Round 8
Wins for leaders Pelister, Tikves and Miravci to remain on top of the table, another defeat for Belasica, while the game between Skopje and Lokomotiva was interrupted.
Macedonian First League – Round 9
Vardar is back on top of the table after the win against Shkendija, Metalurg tripped up in Stip where they settled for a draw against Bregalnica, while Renova collected a 3:1 win to surprise Rabotnicki.
Vardar beat Shkendija in the big derby
Vardar defeated the defending champions Shkendija 2:0 in the big derby and first game of Round 9.
Preview: Macedonian First League – Round 9
The big derby between Vardar and Shkendija highlights this round as the other games are not attractive on paper but will be important for positioning on the table.
Vardar agreed personal terms with Vasoski
Aleksandar Vasoski has reached personal terms with Vardar but the problem remains getting out of his contract with Kavala.
Ohrid players threaten strike
The Ohrid players have threatened to refuse to play Sunday’s game against 11 Oktomvri because of unpaid wages.
Kjatip Osmani resigned as Shkendija manager
In some surprising news, Shkendija manager Kjatip Osmani has resigned on the eve of tomorrow’s highly anticipated match against Vardar in league play.
Filip Despotovski signed with Rabotnicki
Defensive midfielder Filip Despotovski has signed an 18 month contract with Rabotnicki as a free agent with an option to leave during the January transfer window.
Macedonian Cup Round of 16 return legs
Rabotnicki eliminated Cup holders Metalurg on penalties, same as Bregalnica Stip who pulled off a big surprise by overcoming Shkendija’s advantage from the first game. No second division side remains in the competition after this round.