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.
Toshack to attend Vardar vs. Shkendija game
Macedonian manager John Toshack arrives in Macedonia later today and will attend tomorrow’s match between Vardar and Shkendija in Skopje.
Midweek internationals performances
Ivan Trickovski scored a goal for APOEL to help his side win a point against Shakhtar Donetsk, Stevica Ristić won a penalty for Suwon to propel them to the semi-finals of the AFC Champions League, while Aleksandar Todorovski made his fourth consecutive start for Polonia Warszawa.
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.
Ivan Trickovski scored a goal for APOEL
Ivan Trickovski found the back of the net for APOEL to help his side win a point against Shakhtar Donetsk in Ukraine.