Belgium's World Cup qualifier against North Macedonia ended goalless despite overwhelming dominance in Skopje. The hosts controlled the match with 78 per cent possession and 25 shots, registering 3.24 expected goals, yet failed to breach North Macedonia's resolute defensive setup. Belgium's 4-1-4-1 formation generated five shots on target, but North Macedonia's goalkeeper proved immovable, posting a perfect 100 per cent save rate across five attempts faced. The visitors, operating a compact 5-3-2, offered minimal attacking threat with just three shots and 0.05 xG, content to frustrate their opponents through a disciplined rearguard. Despite Belgium's territorial superiority and shot volume, clinical finishing eluded them throughout, allowing North Macedonia to escape with a draw that represents a significant upset in qualification. The result leaves Belgium's qualifying campaign in jeopardy.