# KF Shkupi

FC Shkupi (Macedonian: Фудбалски Клуб Шкупи, romanized: Fudbalski Klub Škupi, Albanian: Klubi Futbollistik Shkupi) is a professional football club based in Čair, Skopje, North Macedonia. The club plays in the Macedonian First Football League, which is the top tier of football in North Macedonia.

## History

After financial issues with main sponsor Jugomagnat, Sloga went through an unstable period. In 2012, Sloga was merged with FC Albarsa to form FK Shkupi. However, the Football Federation of Macedonia does not consider Shkupi to be successors to the original Sloga Jugomagnat for political reasons as the FFM allowed a merging between Vardar, the most popular club among ethnic Macedonians and Miravci with Vardar avoiding relegation and keeping its previous trophies and accolades. Despite the FFM not recognising Shkupi's track records and honours as Sloga, Sloga's official support firm, previous players and management, recognize Shkupi as its successor.
After finishing Macedonian First league in the fourth place in the 2017–18 season, Shkupi played in the Europa League qualifiers for the first time. In the 2021–22 season the club were crowned the champion of country for the first time in its history.

## Supporters

On 13 February 2011, a large gathering of Vardar supporters, Komiti Skopje, congregated at the Skopje Fortress to protect a construction site on the grounds of the fortress.
The Shvercerat are known for taking rival team supporter's banner. They have succeeded in taking the Kratovo banner of Sileks, the Vojvodi banner of Teteks, Komiti Zapad banner of Vardar, Vinari banner of Vardar Negotino, Prilep banner of Pobeda, Green Front and BFC Hooligans banners of Pelister.

## Honours

* Macedonian First League:
** Winners (1): 2021–22
** Runners-up (2): 2020–21, 2022–23
* Macedonian Second League:
** Winners (1): 2014–15
* Macedonian Third League:
** Winners (1): 2012–13

## Crest and colours

The logo of Shkupi consists of a shield-shaped emblem primarily colored in blue and white, symbolizing the team’s identity and heritage. At the top of the shield, the words “Football Club SHKUPI” are prominently displayed, representing the club’s official name.
The central area features the initials “SH” surrounded by vertical stripes, which add a sense of structure and balance. Below the initials, the year “1927” is inscribed, marking the club’s foundation and highlighting its long-standing history in football.
The bottom section of the logo contains a stylized depiction of a football, emphasizing the sport the club represents. Flanking the shield on both sides are laurel branches, a traditional symbol of victory and achievement, underscoring the club’s aspirations and successes.

## Kit manufacturers and shirt sponsors

| Period | Kit manufacturer | Shirt sponsor |
| 2020–21 | Reflex | - |
| 2021–22 | Reflex | Serdur Global |
| 2022–23 | Reflex | Alagöz Holding |

## Recent seasons

| Season | League | League | League | League | League | League | League | League | League | Cup | European competitions | European competitions |
| Season | Division | P | W | D | L | F | A | Pts | Pos | Cup | European competitions | European competitions |
| 2012–13 | 3. MFL North | 28 | 23 | 4 | 1 | 80 | 26 | 73 | 1st ↑ | | | |
| 2013–14 | 2. MFL | 29 | 16 | 4 | 9 | 56 | 31 | 52 | 4th | R1 | | |
| 2014–15 | 2. MFL | 27 | 16 | 5 | 6 | 44 | 19 | 53 | 1st ↑ | R2 | | |
| 2015–16 | 1. MFL | 32 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 29 | 34 | 38 | 6th | R2 | | |
| 2016–17 | 1. MFL | 36 | 8 | 13 | 15 | 27 | 39 | 37 | 8th | QF | | |
| 2017–18 | 1. MFL | 36 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 51 | 46 | 51 | 4th | R2 | | |
| 2018–19 | 1. MFL | 36 | 13 | 9 | 14 | 40 | 42 | 48 | 4th | R1 | UEL | QR1 |
| 2019–20$^1$ | 1. MFL | 23 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 28 | 28 | 29 | 5th | N/A | UEL | QR1 |
| 2020–21 | 1. MFL | 33 | 16 | 11 | 6 | 41 | 24 | 59 | 2nd | QF | UEL | QR1 |
| 2021–22 | 1. MFL | 33 | 23 | 7 | 3 | 66 | 21 | 76 | 1st | QF | ECL | QR2 |
| 2022–23 | 1. MFL | 30 | 17 | 7 | 6 | 62 | 27 | 58 | 2nd | QF | UCL / UEL / ECL | QR2 / QR3 PO |
| 2023–24 | 1. MFL | 33 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 42 | 23 | 62 | 3rd | SF | ECL | QR2 |
$^1$The 2019–20 season was abandoned due to the COVID-19 pandemic in North Macedonia.

## Players
### Current squad

    As of 18 March 2025
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 2 | DF | MKD | Kristijan Blazhevski |
| 3 | DF | MKD | Xhelil Asani |
| 4 | DF | MKD | Kristijan Toshevski |
| 5 | DF | SEN | El Hadji Gueye |
| 6 | MF | GHA | Clement Ansah |
| 7 | FW | MKD | Besmir Daci |
| 9 | FW | MKD | Xhemal Ibishi |
| 10 | MF | MKD | Hamza Ramani (captain) |
| 11 | FW | MKD | Florijan Kadriu |
| 13 | GK | MKD | David Denkovski |
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 17 | DF | MKD | Davor Serafimov |
| 22 | DF | MKD | Mario Richkov |
| 28 | DF | MKD | Numan Ajetovikj |
| 31 | FW | MKD | Demir Imeri |
| 32 | DF | MKD | Esmin Lichina |
| 37 | MF | SEN | Albert Diène |
| 70 | FW | GHA | Emmanuel Avornyo |
| 90 | FW | MKD | Georg Stojanovski |
| 99 | GK | MKD | Amar Meliqi |

### Youth players

Players from the U19 Youth Team that have been summoned with the first team in the current season.
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 19 | DF | MKD | Muadh Kurtish |
| 21 | FW | MKD | Ariton Mehmedi |
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 30 | MF | MKD | Andi Ismaili |
| 98 | DF | MKD | Blendi Ganiu |

## Coaching staff

As of 18 March 2025
| Position | Name | Nationality |
| Head coach | Alparslan Erdem | Turkish |
| Assistant coach | Minas Osmani | Macedonian |
| Assistant coach | Enes Qaili | Macedonian |
| Assistant coach | Muarem Muarem | Macedonian |
| Goalkeeping coach | Ümit Sahin | Turkish |
| Conditioning coach | Ferid Veseli | Macedonian |
| Stadium and security director | Samir Osman | Macedonian |
| Doctor | Darko Dimitrovski | Macedonian |
| Physiotherapists | Goran Gjorgjievski | Macedonian |
| Physiotherapists | Harun Zeneli | Macedonian |
| Equipment manager | Feta Bahtijari | Macedonian |

## KF Shkupi in European football

| Season | Competition | Round | Opponent | Home | Away | Agg. |
| 2018–19 | UEFA Europa League | 1Q | Rangers | 0–0 | 0–2 | 0–2 |
| 2019–20 | UEFA Europa League | 1Q | Pyunik | 1–2 | 3–3 | 4–5 |
| 2020–21 | UEFA Europa League | 1Q | Neftçi | — | 1–2 | — |
| 2021–22 | UEFA Europa Conference League | 1Q | Llapi | 2–0 | 1–1 | 3–1 |
| 2021–22 | UEFA Europa Conference League | 2Q | Santa Clara | 0–3 | 0–2 | 0–5 |
| 2022–23 | UEFA Champions League | 1Q | Lincoln Red Imps | 3–0 | 0–2 | 3–2 |
| 2022–23 | UEFA Champions League | 2Q | Dinamo Zagreb | 0–1 | 2–2 | 2–3 |
| 2022–23 | UEFA Europa League | 3Q | Shamrock Rovers | 1–2 | 1–3 | 2–5 |
| 2022–23 | UEFA Europa Conference League | PO | Ballkani | 1–2 | 0–1 | 1–3 |
| 2023–24 | UEFA Europa Conference League | 1Q | Hegelmann | 0–0 | 5–0 | 5–0 |
| 2023–24 | UEFA Europa Conference League | 2Q | Levski Sofia | 0–2 | 0–1 | 0–3 |