FC Vardar Skopje took a giant step towards the North Macedonia Cup final with a commanding 2-0 away victory over FC Struga on May 22nd. The first leg win, achieved with two away goals, puts Vardar in a dominant position ahead of the return fixture. Vardar Skopje controlled the match from the outset and were rewarded with an opening goal before halftime. They doubled their lead in the second period, capitalizing on a defensive error from the hosts. Struga struggled to break down Vardar's organized defense and rarely tested the visiting goalkeeper. The key focus point was Vardar's tactical maturity and efficiency in a high-stakes cup tie. This match result means Struga faces a monumental task in the second leg to overturn the deficit against one of the country's most historically successful clubs.