Belgium U19 began their UEFA European U19 Championship qualifying campaign with a narrow 1-0 away win over North Macedonia U19 on November 12, 2025. The victory was a solid, professional start for a Belgian side rich in young talent, securing three points on the road. In a match where chances were likely at a premium, Belgium's superior individual quality made the difference, with a goal coming from a moment of brilliance or a set-piece. North Macedonia defended resolutely but ultimately lacked the cutting edge to trouble the Belgian defense consistently. This result immediately put Belgium at the top of the early group standings alongside Portugal, setting up an intriguing battle for first place in the matches to come.