Belgium vs Turkiye Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | UEFA Nations League 2026-27
Three of the last five outings between these nations have ended in a draw!
The Belgium national football team are all set to lock horns with the Turkiye national football team for their third group stage outing of the UEFA Nations League 2026-27 campaign. This clash will take place at the Stade Maurice Dufrasne.
The Red Devils started off their campaign with a 2-0 victory against Italy, but then faced a 0-1 loss at the hands of Zinedine Zidane’s France in their last matchup. They failed to establish control and did not look comfortable with the ball. The Belgium national football team will now be looking to get back to winning ways.
Being at home will surely give them an advantage. However, Mark van Bommel’s men must not repeat the mistakes they made against the Frenchmen.
On the other hand, the Crescent-Stars have struggled with their performances in their first two outings of the UEFA Nations League 2026-27 edition. They have faced back-to-back defeats. First, they lost to France and then faced a 1-4 thrashing at the hands of Italy.
The Vincenzo Montella-led team are going to be under pressure for their next one. They are going to be the visiting team, and this will only make things difficult for them. The Turkey national football team must look to avoid giving the ball away to their opponents.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Liege, Belgium
- Stadium: Stade Maurice Dufrasne
- Date: Saturday, October 3
- Kick-off Time: 12:15 AM IST (Friday, Oct 2; 06:45 pm GMT/ 02:45 am ET/ 11:45 am PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Belgium: W-W-L-W-L
Turkiye: L-L-W-L-L
Players to Watch
Mika Godts (Belgium)
Despite not scoring any goals for the Belgium national football team in the last match, Mika Godts was one of the most consistent players for the side. He created three chances, and his passing was one of his strengths. The 21-year-old will be once again deployed on the left flank.
He can trouble the opponent’s defence with his presence.
Arda Güler (Turkiye)
Arda Güler once again lacked help from his teammates. He will be one of the main men for the Turkiye national football team. In the attacking midfield position, the 21-year-old is going to be a complete menace for the opponent’s defence.
Against Italy, Güler took the most shots (4) and had the most touches (101).
Match Facts
- Turkiye have faced four defeats in their last five matches.
- Belgium have secured three wins in their last five attempts.
- The Crescent-Stars are unbeaten in their last two outings against the Red Devils.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Belgium to win @1/2 Unibet
- Charles De Ketelaere to score @6/4 SkyBet
- Goals under 3.5 @8/11 Ladbrokes
Injury and Team News
All of the remaining squad members for both Belgium and Turkiye are fit to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 11
Belgium (wins): 3
Turkiye (wins): 3
Draws: 5
Predicted Lineups
Belgium predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Lammens (GK); Castagne, Ngoy, Mechele, Seys; Lavia, Tielemans; Lukebakio, De Bruyne, Godts; De Ketelaere
Turkiye predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Bayindir (GK); Celik, Demiral, Kabak, Elmali; Ozcan, Kokcu; Aydin, Guler, Uzun; Yilmaz
Match Prediction
Belgium will be looking to jump back to winning ways. The home ground advantage is going to be useful for them. The Turkish squad will be under pressure and are likely to struggle once again.
The Red Devils might come out on top and secure three points.
Prediction: Belgium 2-1 Turkiye
Telecast Details
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
UK: S4C
Belgium: VTM GO
Türkiye: S Sport TV, ATV
USA: FOX Sports, FuboTV, ViX
When and where is Belgium vs Turkiye Nations League match?
The Stade Maurice Dufrasne is going to witness this clash on October 2 (BST).
Where and how to watch UEFA Nations League live in India?
Fans will be able to view all the games live via the Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV.
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