TNS vs Shkendija Prediction & Tips
Although results in pre-season friendlies were unconvincing – two draws and a defeat – New Saints have a huge amount of international experience by Welsh football standards. Last season, the team managed to reach the league stage in the new Conference League format, playing six matches and collecting three points, including a 2-0 win over Kazakhstan’s Astana, which is a significant achievement for a Welsh club.
Shkëndija of Tetovo are one of North Macedonia’s biggest clubs, having last season become national champions, breaking a three-year drought since their last title in 2021. Despite their league success, the double eluded them after losing to Struga in the cup semi-finals. Interestingly, Struga had won the league in the previous two seasons, and two years ago overtook Shkëndija only on head-to-head points, as they were level on points.
