The New Saints are going up against North Macedonia’s Shkendija on 8 July 2025 in a can’t-miss Champions League qualifier. Make sure to come well-prepared, with the help of our professional TNS vs Shkendija betting tips below. We expect a very interesting game at Park Hall.
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TNS vs Shkendija prediction: TNS to achieve what’s expected
Key Stats
- TNS haven’t lost a game in five consecutive matches this summer.
- Both official TNS vs Shkendija head-to-heads resulted in over 2.5 goals scored.
- Six of TNS’ last eight games in all competitions saw at least three goals scored.
Correct score prediction: TNS 2-1 Shkendija
The previous match between the two clubs was played eight years ago, and it resulted in a compelling 4-0 home win at Park Hall. Of course, we doubt coach Craig Harrison’s players will be able to humiliate the team from North Macedonia again, but a 2-1 win isn’t out of the question, as Harrison’s troops did manage to beat Connah’s Quay via a 2-1 score in the Welsh Cup game on 4 May.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies don’t trust Shkendija
- HOME: 23/20 (2.15) – 46.5%
- DRAW: 47/20 (3.35) – 29.9%
- AWAY: 43/20 (3.15) – 31.7%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As you can see from the odds in our article, the expected winners at Park Hall are clearly The New Saints. Their odds are priced at 23/20 (2.15), which translates to a 46.5% win probability.
You should also know that the odds behind over 2.5 goals on 8 July are very tempting. They are valued at 93/100 (1.93). This means the two teams stand a 51.8% chance of scoring at least three goals for the fans at Park Hall.
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Most recent H2Hs: Tie-breaking game ahead
As we stated previously in our TNS vs Shkendija prediction, the last match between the two clubs was played almost a decade ago, as it didn’t go Shkendija’s way.
UEFA Champions League Qualifying 17/07/18
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Shkendija Tetovo
UEFA Champions League Qualifying 10/07/18
Shkendija Tetovo
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TNS team news and form: Coach to use the best
Currently, there are no injured or suspended TNS players. Coach Harrison will be able to utilize his best 11 men for the game this week, which will surely give The New Saints a fighting chance on 8 July.
Predicted lineup: Shepperd (GK), Bodenham, Davies, Daniels, Marshall, Corness, Redmond, Lock, Brobbel, Phillips & Wilson
Wales Premier League 19/04/25
W
Haverfordwest County
1
T.N.S.
3
Wales Premier League 11/04/25
W
Bala Town
1
T.N.S.
2
Wales Premier League 29/03/25
L
Penybont
1
T.N.S.
0
Wales Premier League 22/03/25
W
Cardiff MU
0
T.N.S.
6
Wales Cup 16/03/25
W
Cambrian United
0
T.N.S.
5
Shkendija team news and form: Jeton Bekjiri counts on strike force
Shkendija’s players scored in 14 consecutive games in all competitions! The last match in which they couldn’t find the net was on March 5, when Struga crushed them 3-0. However, Bekjiri has his key strikers ready for action.
Predicted lineup: Amzai (GK), Cake, Fetai, Trumci, Webster, Ramadani, Qaka, Krasniqi, Latifi, Tamba & Ibraimi
Europe Friendlies 25/06/25
D
CSKA Sofia
1
Shkendija Tetovo
1
Europe Friendlies 21/06/25
L
FC Koper
4
Shkendija Tetovo
0
Club Friendly List 17/06/25
W
FC Arges Pitesti
0
Shkendija Tetovo
1
North Macedonia First League 17/05/25
L
FK Sileks
3
Shkendija Tetovo
1
North Macedonia First League 11/05/25
W
FK Gostivar
0
Shkendija Tetovo
3
Player to watch: Besart Ibraimi
It goes without saying that Ibraimi is the key player for the visitors. The 38-year-old captain deserves to be singled out in our TNS vs Shkendija prediction, as he is considered a club legend, and it’s fair to say that his place among the starters is cemented.
Ibraimi’s experience vital for North Macedonian side
He scored 15 goals in 30 domestic league games last season, which is why we believe coach Bekjiri will rely on him to make a difference this week.