Wales' Harry Wilson celebrates scoring his side's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Wales and North Macedonia at Cardiff City Stadium on November 18, 2025 in Cardiff, Wales
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Wales score 7 to secure home playoff semifinal

Skipper Harry Wilson scored a hat trick as rampant Wales secured home semifinal advantage in the World Cup playoffs by crushing North Macedonia 7-1 in Cardiff.
Nov 18, 2026, 10:08 pm - PA

Match Timeline

Wales
North Macedonia
  • KO
  • 11
  • 17
  • 18
  • 21
  • 23
  • 37
  • HT
  • 55
  • 57
  • 64
  • 64
  • 75
  • 80
  • 81
  • 82
  • 82
  • 82
  • 85
  • 88
  • FT

Match Commentary

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Match ends, Wales 7, North Macedonia 1.
90'+1'
Second Half ends, Wales 7, North Macedonia 1.
90'
Fourth official has announced 0 minutes of added time.
Match Stats
WALMKD
Possession
69.9%
30.169.9
30.1%
Shots on Goal
10
2
Shot Attempts
17
6
Yellow Cards
0
3
Corner Kicks
9
3
Saves
1
3