North Macedonia men's national ice hockey team
North Macedonia's men's ice hockey team, IIHF associate since 2001.
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The North Macedonia men's national ice hockey team represents the country in international ice hockey. Governed by the Macedonian Ice Hockey Federation, it has held associate membership in the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) since October 4, 2001. The team has not participated in any IIHF World Championship tournaments.
The squad played its first unofficial match on March 27, 2011, in Skopje, losing 4–1 to Bulgaria’s Red Star Sofia. On December 20, 2014, it faced the Bulgarian U20 team in two exhibition games in Skopje, losing the first 6–5 in overtime but winning the second 4–3 in a shootout—its first victory. The team made its international debut on January 20, 2018, with two exhibition games against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Sarajevo, winning the first 8–7 and losing the second 7–6 in overtime the following day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the first match the North Macedonia men's national ice hockey team played?
The squad took the ice for its first unofficial contest on March 27, 2011, in Skopje, where it lost 4–1 to Bulgaria's Red Star Sofia. That game marked the very start of the team's competitive record.
When did North Macedonia record its first-ever win in ice hockey?
The team picked up its first victory on December 20, 2014, beating the Bulgarian U20 national side 4–3 in a shootout during the second of two exhibition games in Skopje. The opening game that same day had slipped away 6–5 in overtime.
Has the North Macedonia men's national ice hockey team ever competed in an IIHF World Championship?
No, the squad has never appeared at any IIHF World Championship tournament. Its international experience to date is confined to exhibition and friendly matches against other national teams and club sides.
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