North Macedonia earned a gritty 62-56 victory over Switzerland in a low-scoring Club Friendship Series match on July 26, 2025. In a game defined by defensive intensity, the home side managed to execute better in the final quarter to secure a six-point win in this international basketball friendly. Both teams struggled offensively in a physical first half, with the score reflecting the defensive focus from each side. Switzerland managed to keep pace through the third quarter, but North Macedonia began to find cracks in the defense with patient half-court sets. A key three-pointer midway through the fourth period gave North Macedonia a two-possession lead they would not relinquish, as their defense clamped down to limit Switzerland's opportunities down the stretch. The win serves as a positive result for North Macedonia's national team, highlighting their ability to grind out a victory in a tough, defensive battle.