In its opening match of the 2023 Turkish Women’s cup Zambia plays North Macedonia. Zambia was initially scheduled to play Venezuela but the women’s team dropped out leaving a chance for North Macedonia.
Zambia is placed in group A together with Slovenia, Uzbekistan, Macedonia, and South Africa. Matchday takes place at Miracle Sport Complex, Alanya
Here is a small history of Zambia’s opponent. Macedonia, also known as the Republic of North Macedonia, is a country located in the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe. It is bordered by Kosovo to the northwest, Serbia to the north, Bulgaria to the east, Greece to the south, and Albania to the west.
North Macedonia has a population of approximately 2 million people and its capital and largest city is Skopje. The country has a diverse cultural heritage and is home to numerous historical and archaeological sites, including the ancient city of Stobi, the Monastery of Saint Naum, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ohrid Lake.
The official language of North Macedonia is Macedonian, and the country has a mixed economy with agriculture, manufacturing, and services as the main sectors. In 2020, North Macedonia became the 30th member of NATO, and it is also a candidate for EU membership.
