North Macedonia manager Goce Sedloski publicly attacked Bojan Miovski and some of his other teammates.
Miovski and his country were knocked out of World Cup qualifying after losing 2-0 to Denmark last Thursday.
The Rangers striker has struggled to play consistently at Rangers in recent months, the main topic of Sedloski’s rant.
Speaking after the game, Sedloski said, “Those players who play for their clubs have a greater right to be starters for the national team.”
“That’s how I picked the team for the Denmark game.”
“If someone says they don’t want to play for us, it’s not me they are letting down, it’s their own country.”
“I would also add that the door is not closed to anyone in the future. But I make the decisions.”
It’s another cruel blow in what has been a dismal season for the striker in Glasgow.
Miovski’s performance in World Cup qualifying.
Miovski had been his country’s go-to man in qualifying, but he watched from the bench against Denmark.
Before the game against Denmark, Miovski had scored three goals in eight games in qualifying, leading them to third in the group.
The striker played the last 26 minutes on Thursday and didn’t manage to register a shot.
He only touched the ball eight times and lost the ball twice.
Last night, he played behind FC Thun striker Elmin Rastoder.
Nevertheless, whichever striker they had gone with, it wouldn’t have made much of a difference.
North Macedonia was convincingly beaten by Denmark 4-0.
A major blow to his confidence
Miovski and Chermiti are like-for-like strikers, offering similar attributes and having very similar playing styles.
However, there is no question that Rohl prefers Chermiti after some incredible performances against Hearts and Celtic.
Miovski has only netted four times in 21 Premiership appearances, showcasing a lack of confidence in front of goal.
In previous situations, playing for North Macedonia has been a haven for Miovski, allowing him to lead the line.
What was once a lifeline for Miovski—playing for North Macedonia—has now become another struggle, as recent public criticism from his manager adds to his challenges and raises questions about his future impact.
In a title race for ages in Scotland, Rohl needs players with confidence and a spring in their step.
Right now, Miovski is anything but confident. Can Rohl trust him in crunch time at the end of the season?
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Danny Rohl needs players who are full of confidence and ready to fire as the Gers gear up for a title charge.
Miovski hasn’t got any confidence from his club or country, which will be a problem for Rohl.
The recent international break seems like the beginning of the end for Miovski and his Rangers career.
The last fortnight should have been a chance for the 26-year-old former Girona man to send a message back to everyone at Ibrox, and set himself u for the business end of the campaign.
Instead, his malaise continues, and Miovski looks set to be limited to a backup role behind Chermiti and Naderi for the rest of the season.
