North Macedonia U17 finished their UEFA European U17 Championship qualifying campaign with a resounding 9-0 victory over Gibraltar U17 on October 14, 2025. The result secures a strong second-place finish in the group for North Macedonia, who capitalized on Hungary's heavy loss to leapfrog them in the standings. From the opening whistle, North Macedonia applied intense pressure, scoring early and often to replicate the high-scoring wins other teams achieved against Gibraltar. The players shared the goals around, demonstrating their attacking depth and finishing prowess. While the victory was expected, the margin was crucial for their goal difference, which ultimately proved decisive in securing the runner-up spot. For Gibraltar, the tournament ends with three heavy defeats, but the focus will be on the long-term benefits of exposure to this level of competition.