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As the Handball World Championship approaches, North Macedonia is set to host Slovakia on May 17, 2026, in what promises to be a compelling matchup. North Macedonia enters this contest off a strong performance, having secured victory in their last fixture, showcasing resilience and tactical coherence on both ends of the court. Their robust offensive play and disciplined defense have been critical, allowing them to effectively exploit scoring opportunities.
In contrast, Slovakia’s recent form has shown inconsistencies, with only one win in their last three matches. While they possess skilled players who can impact the game, their recent struggles suggest a need for improved cohesion and strategic execution, particularly in defense against a potent North Macedonian attack.
With bookmakers placing North Macedonia as significant favorites, reflected in the odds of 1.07 for a home win, they are expected to leverage their home advantage. Predicted final scorelines indicate a comfortable win for the hosts, with a forecast of 33:25. However, while North Macedonia’s form suggests a strong performance, the unpredictability of sports means that Slovakia could seize opportunities if they capitalize on any defensive lapses. Thus, while trends favor the hosts, outcomes in handball can often defy expectations.
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| North Macedonia 84.7% |
Draw 6.5% |
Slovakia 8.8% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 33:25
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.06 | 14 | 12 | |
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1.1 | 13 | 9.1 |
Latest Results
| 14.05.26 Slovakia handball – North Macedonia handball – 24:31 20.01.26 North Macedonia handball – Romania handball – 24:23 18.01.26 North Macedonia handball – Portugal handball – 29:29 16.01.26 Denmark handball – North Macedonia handball – 36:24 11.05.25 North Macedonia handball – Lithuania handball – 26:17 |
14.05.26 Slovakia handball – North Macedonia handball – 24:31 22.03.26 Slovakia handball – Ukraine handball – 31:32 18.03.26 Ukraine handball – Slovakia handball – 24:27 09.01.26 Slovakia handball – Tunisia handball – 35:30 08.01.26 Spain handball – Slovakia handball – 43:26 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.05.26 Slovakia handball – North Macedonia handball – 24:31 |
Standings
Draw
Third stage
Final
| 1 | Slovakia | North Macedonia | 24 : 31 |
| 2 | Bosnia & Herzegovina | Faroe Islands | 22 : 24 |
| 3 | Czech Republic | France | 26 : 37 |
| 4 | Switzerland | Italy | 32 : 29 |
| 5 | Montenegro | Slovenia | 28 : 29 |
| 6 | Serbia | Hungary | 31 : 29 |
| 7 | Spain | Israel | 32 : 27 |
| 8 | Greece | Netherlands | 29 : 27 |
| 9 | Norway | Turkey | 43 : 30 |
| 10 | Austria | Poland | 25 : 26 |
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