Burning suspicion clouds over Seb Pocognoli as Scotland arrive into perfect Balkans storm – Keith Jackson

The natives in the Balkans are in uproar and pressure is well and truly on Goce Sedloski’s side amid a wretched run of form

By Keith Jackson · Daily Record

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 7:00 AM

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Keith Jackson argues Sebastien Pocognoli must capitalize on North Macedonia's poor form to kickstart Scotland's Nations League campaign.
Scotland enter the match following a scoreless draw against Slovenia and a three-goal defeat against Switzerland.
North Macedonia manager Goce Sedloski is under severe pressure during a ten-match winless run dating back to September 2025.

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Keith Jackson writes that Scotland manager Sebastien Pocognoli faces mounting pressure to secure a win against North Macedonia in Skopje. After a goalless draw with Slovenia and a three-goal loss to Switzerland, Scotland are just 25 minutes away from their longest run of games without scoring a goal.

Jackson argues that Pocognoli should consider starting winger Ben Gannon-Doak in a more attacking role rather than using him as a defensive substitute. Meanwhile, host manager Goce Sedloski is under intense scrutiny amid North Macedonia's ten-match winless streak and internal team selection controversy.

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