Wales vs Belgium Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

Cardiff gears up to host the 2018 FIFA World Cup Bronze medalists.

The Cardiff City Stadium in Wales is gearing up to host the FIFA World Cup Qualifier fixture between the 2018 FIFA World Cup Bronze medalists, Belgium, and the semi-finalists of the 2016 UEFA European Championship, Wales.

Wales are still in contention for the direct spot at the World Cup 2026 after their wins over Kazakhstan and Liechtenstein. A win in the next game could take them to the top spot. They are led by gaffer Craig Bellamy, who has previously donned jerseys of Manchester City, Liverpool and West Ham during his playing days.

Belgium are going through a rebuild phase after the majority of players from their golden generation have hung up their boots. They are placed second, after their recent match against Macedonia ended in a frustrating goalless draw. Former Napoli and Al Nassr coach Rudi Garcia has been at the managerial helm since the beginning of this year for the Red Devils.

Kick-off:

• Location: Cardiff, Wales
• Stadium: Cardiff City Stadium
• Date: Tuesday, October 14
• Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST
• Referee: Daniel Siebert
• VAR: In use

Players to Watch

Brennan Johnson (Wales)

The 24-year-old Nottingham-born winger has been in fine form with Spurs since the last season. He played for Nottingham Forest before joining Spurs and scoring the winner against Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League Finals. He has played five games for Wales and scored a goal for them in the qualifiers.

Two words:Brennan. Johnson. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/4ZR7yFOkPv

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) September 21, 2024

Leandro Trossard (Belgium)

The 30-year-old Belgian winger was deployed as a striker in the previous game against Macedonia. He has failed to find a goal so far in the four games he has played. After playing for Genk and Westerlo, he made a move to the Premier League with Brighton & Hove Albion before joining Arsenal in 2023.

Match Facts

• The match will take place at the Cardiff City Stadium in Wales.
• Wales are coming after a defeat to England.
• Belgium drew their game against Macedonia recently.

Wales vs Belgium: Betting Tips and Odds

• Belgium to win the match -7/10 with bet365
• Brennan Johnson to score the first goal – 9/1 with William Hill
• Wales 2-3 Belgium – 22/1 with bet365

Injury and Team News

Wales have no injury concerns for the next game.

Belgium will miss the presence of Charles De Ketelaere.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 18

Wales won: 05

Belgium won: 08

Draws: 05

Predicted Lineups

Wales predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Darlow (GK); Williams, Lawlor, Mepham, Davies; Wilson, Sheehan, Cullen; Johnson, Moore, Thomas

Belgium predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)

Courtois (GK); Castagne, Debast, Theate, De Cuyper; Raskin; Saelemaeker, Vanaken, De Bruyne, Doku; Trossard

Match Prediction

Looking at Wales’ recent form, we expect the Red Devils to clinch a thrilling win to go top of the table and put their one foot forward in the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Prediction: Wales 2-3 Belgium

Telecast Details

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