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Late equalizer secures Wales a crucial point in World Cup qualifier against North Macedonia

Late equalizer secures Wales a crucial point in World Cup qualifier against North Macedonia

David Brooks saved Wales a valuable 1-1 draw in their World Cup qualifying match against North Macedonia in Skopje with a last-minute goal.

Wales dominated the game but suffered a setback when North Macedonia scored in stoppage time.

In a dramatic finish, substitute Joe Allen's mistake led to North Macedonia's goal, but Kieffer Moore's header and Brooks' finish secured a draw for Wales.

With Belgium yet to play in Group J, Wales will hope this draw does not prove costly in their quest for a spot in the 2026 World Cup.

The match saw emotions running high as North Macedonia played their first home game since a tragic nightclub fire in Kocani.

A minute of silence was observed before the game, with both teams wearing black armbands as a mark of respect.

Bellamy made three changes to the Welsh team that won against Kazakhstan, with Ben Davies being the only player from the side that lost to North Macedonia in 2013.

North Macedonia came into the game on the back of a record six consecutive wins, but Wales had the early chances with Dimitrievski making crucial saves.

The game was then interrupted by several stoppages, but Wales continued to push forward looking for a goal.

In the second half, Wales had more opportunities but struggled to break the deadlock until the late drama unfolded.