Belgium vs Romania Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | UEFA Euro 2024

The Red Devils lost their opening match of the tournament

Belgium and Romania face off in a crucial Euro 2024 Group E match at the RheinEnergieStadion in Cologne. Under Domenico Tedesco, the Red Devils suffered a shocking 1-0 defeat to Slovakia wending their 15-match unbeaten run. With two disallowed goals adding to their frustration, the Red Devils find themselves third in the group and in dire need of a win.

In contrast, Romania enters the match brimming with confidence after a stunning 3-0 victory over Ukraine. Edward Iordanescu’s side, favoured by goals from Nicolae Stanciu, Razvan Marin, and Denis Dragus, now sit atop Group E. A win on Saturday would secure their place in the knockout stages, a significant achievement for a team that hadn’t won a Euros match since 2000.

kick-off

Saturday: 22nd July 2024, 8 PM BST

Sunday: 23rd July 2024, 12:30 AM IST

Location: RheinEnergieStadion

Form

Belgium: D-D-W-W-L

Romania: D-L-D-D-W

Players to watch

Romelu Lukaku (Belgium)

Romelu Lukaku will be eager to find the net after his misfortune in the opening game. His ability to break defences will be crucial for Belgium.

Nicolae Stanciu (Romania)

Nicolae Stanciu’s strength lies in long-range shooting prowess. With Razvan Marin, pulling the strings in midfield again like he did against Ukraine – the duo will be key to Romania’s chances.

Match facts

• The historical edge lies slightly with Romania, who defeated Belgium 2-1 in their last encounter in 2012.
• In their last 16 games, Romania and Belgium have a defeat each.

Belgium vs Romania: Betting odds and tips

• Tip 1: Belgium to win – 1/2 bet365
• Tip 2: Lukaku to score – 1/1 bet365
• Tip 3: Over 4 goals – 17/5 VBet

Injury and team news

Belgium avoided fresh injuries against Slovakia, but Thomas Meunier (thigh) remains sidelined. Axel Witsel (adductor) and Jan Vertonghen were fit but did not play as they were sat on the bench. Vertonghen could replace Yannick Carrasco, while Witsel’s status is uncertain. Meunier is expected back for the final group game. To prevent suspension, Orel Mangala, Dodi Lukebakio, and Youri Tielemans must avoid bookings. Johan Bakayoko might push for a starting spot but will likely remain a substitute.

Romania emerged unscathed from their win over Ukraine. Razvan Marin is one yellow card away from suspension. An unchanged lineup is expected, though Valentin Mihaila, who recovered from illness and impressed off the bench, might replace Florinel Coman on the left wing.

Head-to-head

Matches: 12

Belgium: 5

Romania: 5

Draws: 2

Also read: UEFA Euro 2024: Full fixtures, schedule, timing, telecast & live streaming details

Predicted lineups

Belgium’s predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Casteels; Castagne, Debast, Faes, Theate; Tielemans, Onana; Doku, De Bruyne, Trossard; Lukaku

Romania’s predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Nita; Ratiu, Dragusin, Burca, Bancu; R. Marin, M. Marin, Stanciu; Man, Dragus, Mihaila

Match prediction

While both of the teams have had a contrasting start to their Euro campaign, but a star-studded squad like Belgium’s cannot be kept silent forever. We predict a well-contested game between the two. However, the Red Devils would just scrape a victory.

Prediction: Belgium 3 – 2 Romania

Telecast details

UK: BBC TV Sport, ITV UK

USA: Fox Sports USA English, fubo TV, VIX

Australia: Optus Australia

India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv

Nigeria: SportyTV Nigeria, Supersport South Africa

Canada: Bell Media Canada, TVA Sports

Germany: Telekom Deutschland, ARD, RTL Germany, ZDF

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