France FC are looking to bounce back from their opener loss, as they face Belgium FC, as they eye a chance to reclaim their title. Heading into this match, these two nations opened their campaign differently. France suffered a 3-1 loss against Italy during their opener, which puts them at the bottom of their group. Due to this loss, France are now winless in their last two matches across all contests, making them eager to finally earn a win here. On the other hand, Belgium won their opener against Israel, in a 3-1 win, giving them confidence here. Moreover, when playing away from home, Belgium are doing well, as they are unbeaten in their last seven matches. The meeting between these two teams is on September 10, 2024, at 2:45 AM (GMT+8).
France FC
France’s Nations League opener against Italy ended in a draw, with the team losing to Italy for the first time in 70 years. France’s coach, Didier Deschamps, was expected to deliver a convincing performance. However, his team finished third in their group last time around. Under UEFA’s new format for 2024-25, the nation that finishes bottom of each League A group will be automatically demoted. Meanwhile, the third-placed teams must participate in a relegation playoff. Only the top pair in Group 2 will qualify for a new quarter-final stage, leaving France three points behind their main rivals. Deschamps’ team is under pressure to avoid defeat against another of Les Bleus’ neighbors, as they have already lost five points in six games.
Michael Olise, a Bayern Munich winger, started for the first time after impressing at the Olympics. Deschamps brought Bradley Barcola into Les Bleus’ lineup against Italy, but dropped free agent Adrien Rabiot and Inter Milan defender Benjamin Pavard. Jules Kounde and Dayot Upamecano are candidates for promotion.
Belgium FC
Belgium secured all three points from their opening match against Israel, joining Italy at the top of the early Group 2 table. The Red Devils, led by captain Kevin De Bruyne, won 3-1 in Hungary due to security concerns. De Bruyne scored a brace and missed a penalty, while Lois Openda missed from the spot. Domenico Tedesco’s team now seeks revenge for their exit from Euro 2024, which was won by France. Tedesco aims to secure a top-two spot in their Nations League group before focusing on the 2026 World Cup. Belgium’s best placing of fourth overall in 2021 would show they are on the right track, as they were unable to reach the last Nations League finals.
Belgium will miss all-time top scorer Romelu Lukaku due to a rested Napoli signing. Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois and Arsenal’s Leandro Trossard have retired from international football. Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne and Jeremy Doku will support lone striker Lois Openda.
Prediction:
France FC
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