As two footballing giants, France and Belgium are set to face off in the Nations League, the excitement is palpable! Both teams are entering this crucial match with positive momentum; France recently secured a dominating 4-1 victory over Israel, while Belgium staged an impressive comeback to draw against Italy after trailing by two goals. With both teams showcasing their strength and resilience, this upcoming encounter promises to be nothing short of thrilling.
In their previous meetings, France has had the upper hand, notably knocking Belgium out of the Euros with a solitary own goal from Jan Vertonghen in the summer. However, the tide may turn as Belgium looks to improve its home performance after a recent 2-0 defeat to France in last month's Nations League. As they prepare for this rematch, both teams will be keen to capitalize on their strengths while addressing their weaknesses.
Fans can expect a fierce battle on the pitch, especially with the stakes so high. With kickoff scheduled for 7:45 PM BST at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, all eyes will be on this highly anticipated showdown. For viewers at home, the match will be streamed live for free on ViaPlay International’s YouTube channel, ensuring that no fan misses out on the action!
Table of Contents
- Match Details and Viewing Options
- Team News and Player Updates
- Predicted Line-ups for Both Teams
- Odds and Predictions for the Match
Match Details and Viewing Options
The Nations League match between France and Belgium kicks off on Monday, October 14, at 7:45 PM BST at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels. Fans eager to witness the action can watch the game live for free on ViaPlay International’s YouTube channel.
Team News and Player Updates
Belgium heads into the match missing key players, including Amadou Onana, Romelu Lukaku, and Kevin De Bruyne. On the other hand, France will be without their star player Kylian Mbappe due to injury and Antoine Griezmann, who recently announced his retirement from international football.
Predicted Line-ups for Both Teams
For Belgium, the expected starting eleven includes: Casteels, Castagne, Debast, Faes, Theate, De Cuyper, Tielemans, Mangala, Trossard, Openda, and Doku. Meanwhile, France's predicted line-up features: Maignan, Kounde, Konate, Saliba, Hernandez, Tchouameni, Camavinga, Guendouzi, Olise, Kolo Muani, and Barcola.
Odds and Predictions for the Match
According to betting odds, Belgium is at 11/5, a draw is at 12/5, and France stands at 29/20. With Belgium's strong lineup, the match is expected to be competitive, though predictions lean towards France winning 2-1.
