Vanche Shikov was able to avoid a serious injury, while Goran Pandev suffered a new setback to continue his frustrating season.

Big problems for Arijan Ademi as his B sample was also positive, meaning a long suspension awaits.

Goran Pandev will rejoin the Macedonian squad after a two year absence following his premature retirement.

Agim Ibraimi scored a spectacular goal for Maribor, Adis Jahovic returned from his injury for Krylia Sovetov, Krste Velkoski amassed two goals for Sarajevo, while Vanche Shikov sustained an injury for Austria Wien.

Following his serious shoulder injury, striker Jovan Kostovski is targeting a return date of early December.

Igor Angelovski was chosen to lead Macedonia in the two November friendlies, but it is unclear whether he will be retained beyond that.

Macedonia will once again be looking for a new coach after Ljubinko Drulovic departed to take over Partizan.

Sasha Ciric, the director of the national team, answered questions on Facebook about the status of some potential additions.

The U21 national team recorded a come from behind victory over Northern Ireland to finally win a game on the road.

During the international break in November, Macedonia will play a home friendly against Montenegro on November 12.