Denmark*
FYR MacedoniaHow did the teams perform?
Denmark
FYR Macedonia
Match Stats
Lineup
Denmark
75'
49'
58'
58'
59'
86' Replaced by M. Damsgaard
87' Replaced by C. Norgaard
81' Replaced by R. Hojlund
81' Replaced by A. Bah
75'
73' Replaced by G. Isaksen
FYR Macedonia
72' Roughing
86' Roughing
77' Replaced by E. Rastoder
64' Replaced by D. Churlinov
64' Replaced by J. Atanasov
64' Replaced by L. Qamili
World Cup - Qualification Europe Standings - Group C
| Pos | Team | MP | +/- | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Denmark | 5 | 14-3 | 11 | 11 |
| 2 |  Scotland | 5 | 9-5 | 4 | 10 |
| 3 |  Greece | 5 | 10-12 | -2 | 6 |
| 4 |  Belarus | 5 | 4-17 | -13 | 1 |
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion - World Cup
- Promotion - World Cup (Promotion: )
Denmark produced a dominant performance, scoring four second-half goals to secure a resounding 4-0 victory over FYR Macedonia in their World Cup qualifier at Parken.
Denmark delivered a powerful statement in their World Cup qualification campaign, crushing FYR Macedonia 4-0 at Parken. A second-half explosion of goals secured the crucial points, with Gustav Isaksen’s quick double proving decisive for the home side.
Entering the match, Denmark sat second in Group H, but with games in hand. FYR Macedonia, surprisingly, held the top spot, showcasing their resilience in recent qualifiers. This encounter in Copenhagen was critical for Denmark to assert their dominance and take control of their qualification destiny.
The first half at Parken saw Denmark assert control, dominating possession with 67% of the ball. They pressed forward consistently, creating several opportunities. However, FYR Macedonia’s defence, led by goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski, remained resolute.
Dimitrievski was a busy man, making crucial saves to deny Danish attackers. Rasmus Højlund and Mikkel Damsgaard both tested the Macedonian stopper. Despite Denmark’s ten total shots and five on target, the deadlock held until the break.
FYR Macedonia struggled to gain a foothold in the Danish half. They managed only one shot off target in the entire opening 45 minutes. The visitors’ primary focus was clearly on containing the relentless Danish attack.
The break saw Denmark return with renewed purpose, knowing their territorial advantage needed to translate into goals. The home crowd sensed a breakthrough was imminent. The message from the Danish technical bench was clear: maintain pressure and increase urgency in front of goal.
Denmark wasted no time after the restart. Just four minutes into the second half, Mikkel Damsgaard broke the deadlock. He scored a well-taken goal in the 49th minute, sending the Parken crowd into raptures.
The floodgates then opened rapidly. Gustav Isaksen truly ignited the stadium, scoring a quick double to put Denmark firmly in command. His first goal arrived in the 58th minute, assisted by Damsgaard. Barely sixty seconds later, in the 59th minute, Isaksen struck again, capitalising on another opportunity to double his tally.
FYR Macedonia made a triple substitution in the 64th minute, bringing on Jani Atanasov, Darko Churlinov, and Ljupche Doriev to try and stem the tide. However, their efforts were in vain as Danish momentum continued. Elif Elmas received a yellow card for roughing in the 72nd minute, reflecting the visitors’ growing frustration.
Christian Nørgaard then added a fourth goal for Denmark in the 75th minute. Christian Eriksen, who had just come on as a substitute for Isaksen in the 73rd minute, provided the assist. This extended Denmark’s lead and sealed a comprehensive victory for the home side.
The statistics underscored Denmark’s total control. They registered 20 total shots, with 9 on target, compared to FYR Macedonia’s mere 3 total shots and zero on target. Denmark commanded 67% of possession, completing 482 accurate passes. Goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski’s five saves for FYR Macedonia prevented an even heavier defeat.
This dominant 4-0 triumph sees Denmark strengthen their grip on World Cup qualification. With fewer games played than FYR Macedonia, they now hold a strong position to climb to the top of the group. The Danes look forward to future matches with confidence after this impressive display.
