David Brooks Secures Last-Minute Equalizer as Wales Draws with North Macedonia

Wales maintains its unbeaten streak under Craig Bellamy in a 1-1 World Cup qualifier played in North Macedonia, marked by tributes to recent tragedy victims.

David Brooks scored in the final moments to secure a 1-1 draw for Wales after Bojan Miovski capitalized on a late error to give North Macedonia the lead.
The result extends Craig Bellamy’s unbeaten record as Wales manager to eight games, keeping the team in contention for World Cup qualification in Group J.
North Macedonia’s six-game winning streak without conceding a goal ended, despite strong defensive efforts and key saves by goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski.
The match was played under the somber backdrop of a nightclub fire in North Macedonia that claimed 59 lives, with both teams observing tributes including black armbands and a moment of silence.
Wales dominated possession but struggled to convert chances, with standout performances from Daniel James and Brennan Johnson creating opportunities against a disciplined North Macedonian defense.