⁠France vs Belgium Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | UEFA Nations League 2024-25

Les Bleus eliminated the Red Devils from the Euro 2024 at the Round of 16.

France suffered a loss in their first match of the UEFA Nations League against Italy. They allowed the Italians to come from behind to register a 3-1 win. It marked a disappointing performance from Les Bleus who are without a win in their last two matches. 

Didier Deschamps will have to make some changes to the team to bounce back against the Red Devils who could prove to be a tough challenge for them. A loss here will make things difficult for France as they will have to depend on their final four matches to progress to the next round. 

Belgium opened their campaign with a 3-1 win over Israel in the opening match. A brace from the ever-reliable Kevin De Bruyne was enough to seal the three points. The Red Devils will be aiming for revenge this time after Les Bleus eliminated them from the Round of 16 of Euro 2024.

Domenico Tedesco’s side, however, will have to improve defensively. After Israel scored the leveller, the defence was all over the place as they could not sustain the pressure. In big games, the team cannot put up a similar performance as better teams will take those chances.  

Kick-Off:

Monday, 9 September 2024 at 7:45 PM UK

Tuesday, 10 September 2024 at 12:15 AM IST

Location: Groupama Stadium

Form:

⁠France (in all competitions): D-W-D-L-L

Belgium (in all competitions): L-W-D-L-W

Players to Watch

Kylian Mbappe (⁠France)

Kylian Mbappe is considered among the best players in the world. He has had a brilliant scoring record for both club and country over the years. His goal contribution last season was among the best which includes 44 goals and 10 assists.

Despite Mbappe failing to score against Italy, he still caused plenty of problems for them through his marauding runs and dribbling skills. He created two chances for his team and also drew a good save from Gianluigi Donnarumma. 

Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium)

Kevin De Bruyne is arguably one of the best midfielders in the world. He has caught the eye of everyone with his consistent performances at the heart of midfield for his club and national team Belgium over the years. He delivered a man-of-the-match performance in the last match against Israel.

The Manchester City player scored a brace to help secure the three points. De Bruyne’s ability to create chances for the team as well as score goals makes him an important member of this Belgium team. 

Match Facts

• France suffered a 3-1 loss against Italy in the last match
• Belgium secured a 3-1 win over Israel in the last match
• France have won their last three matches against Belgium

⁠France vs Belgium: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Both the teams to score goals – 4/5 with William HILL
• Tip 2: France to win this game – 4/6 with sky bet
• Tip 3: Match to end with goals under 3.5 – 1/3 with bet365

Injury & Team News

France will be without the services of Wesley Fofana. He pulled out of the squad to focus on his fitness. Didier Deschamps has some decisions to make for the fullback positions with both Jules Kounde and Lucas Digne lurking at the door. 

Meanwhile, Belgium will be without some big names for this game. Romelu Lukaku has been left out of the squad while Arsenal favourite Leandro Trossard was dropped. Domenico Tedesco will be hoping to involve the young guns at some point at this match with Julien Duranville, Koni De Winter and Arne Engels catching the eye in training. 

Head to Head

Total Matches – 76

⁠France – 27

Belgium – 30

Draws – 19

Predicted Lineup

⁠France predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Maignan (GK); Kounde, Konate, Saliba, Hernandez; Fofana, Kante; Dembele, Griezmann, Barcola; Mbappe

Belgium predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Casteels (GK); Castagne, Faes, Debast, De Cuyper; Onana, Tielemans; Bakayoko, De Bruyne, Doku; Openda

Match Prediction for ⁠France vs Belgium

France will be aiming to bounce back in winning ways against the Red Devils. Les Bleus have dominated this fixture in the past three meetings and will be hoping to maintain their record. They will have to be at their best to beat a Belgium side consisting of Kevin de Bruyne and Jeremy Doku. 

Prediction: ⁠France 2-1 Belgium

Telecast for ⁠France vs Belgium

India – Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV

UK – ITVX, Premier Sports

US –  FOX Sports App, Fox Sports 2

Nigeria – SuperSport, DStv Now

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