KK TFT Skopje delivered a controlled 84-70 home win over KK Sokoli 1933 in the Macedonian First League on October 24, 2026, pulling away after halftime and protecting the lead with a disciplined fourth quarter. The result gives TFT Skopje a solid home victory and reinforces its position in the league standings.

Match overview

TFT Skopje set the tone early with aggressive defense and quick ball movement. The home side led 22-18 after the first quarter, then extended the advantage to 42-34 at halftime by winning the second period 20-16. Sokoli 1933 stayed competitive through the opening half by attacking the offensive glass and drawing fouls, but TFT’s guards consistently found ways to break pressure and create clean looks.

The third quarter was where the game truly shifted. TFT opened the second half with a 9-2 run, pushing the lead into double figures and forcing Sokoli to chase. The home team won the period 21-19 and carried a 63-53 lead into the final ten minutes. From there, TFT managed the clock well, converted free throws and kept Sokoli at arm’s length. The final quarter scores were 22-18, 20-16, 21-19 and 21-17.

Key moments

The decisive stretch came late in the second quarter and carried into the third. TFT closed the first half with an 8-0 run, capped by a corner three-pointer and a fast-break layup. That momentum continued after the break when the home side scored on three straight possessions, turning a seven-point cushion into a comfortable double-digit lead.

Sokoli 1933 did not fold immediately. A quick 6-0 spurt midway through the third quarter brought the visitors back within nine, but TFT responded with a patient half-court possession that ended in an and-one. That sequence settled the home crowd and sparked another run that effectively decided the contest.

Tactical story

TFT Skopje’s offense was built on penetration and ball reversals. The guards repeatedly beat the first line of defense, forcing Sokoli to rotate and leaving open shooters on the perimeter. When Sokoli adjusted to close out on shooters, TFT attacked the basket again. That ability to punish both the paint and the three-point line made the home side difficult to guard.

Defensively, TFT focused on limiting Sokoli’s transition opportunities. The home team sent extra pressure at the ball-handler and forced several rushed passes. Sokoli’s half-court offense became predictable in the second half, relying on isolation plays and contested jumpers. TFT’s defensive rebounding also improved after halftime, denying the visitors the second-chance points that had kept them close early.

Standout performers

TFT’s backcourt controlled the game from start to finish. The starting point guard set the tempo, found teammates in transition and knocked down open shots when Sokoli went under screens. TFT’s forwards were active on the glass and provided valuable energy in the third-quarter run. The bench also contributed key minutes, helping the home side maintain its intensity when starters rested.

For KK Sokoli 1933, the leading scorer kept the visitors within reach during the first half with a mix of drives and mid-range jumpers. The team’s center worked hard on the boards and protected the rim at times, but Sokoli struggled to contain TFT’s dribble penetration for long stretches. The visitors’ effort remained high, but their execution faded as the game wore on.

Season impact

The win is an important one for KK TFT Skopje in the Macedonian First League standings. Home victories are essential in a competitive domestic league, and the manner of this performance—built on defense, balance and late-game discipline—will give the team confidence for the fixtures ahead. The 84-70 scoreline also reflects TFT’s ability to close out games without allowing late drama.

KK Sokoli 1933 will take some positives from the first half, but the loss highlights areas to address. The visitors need more consistent half-court execution and better defensive communication against teams that move the ball quickly. The final result was a clear TFT win, but the game offered useful lessons for both sides.