Neighbors Belgium and France are set to resume their rivalry clash again in the UEFA Nations League on Monday. This marks the second encounter between the two teams in just over a month, with France having secured a 2-0 victory in their previous meeting.
Belgium’s recent form has been a mixed bag. They managed to secure a point against Italy in a dramatic 2-2 draw despite being dominated in the first half.
Maxim De Cuyper and Leandro Trossard were the saviors for Belgium, scoring to level the match after Italy went down to ten men. However, Belgium’s inconsistent run in the tournament has seen them slip from first to third in their group.
France, on the other hand, has bounced back strongly after an opening-day defeat to Italy. They have won their last two matches, including a dominant 4-1 victory over Israel. Didier Deschamps’ side will feel confident heading into this fixture.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Belgium vs. France live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this UEFA Nations League match in the U.S.:
TV channel: Fox Sports 2
Live stream: Fubo, Fox Sports App
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What time does Belgium vs. France kick off?
This UEFA Nations League clash takes place at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, Belgium, and kicks off on Monday, October 14 at 8:45 p.m. local time.
Here's how that time translates across the U.S.:
| Date | Kickoff time (ET) | |
| Eastern Time | Mon, Oct. 14 | 2:45 p.m. |
| Central Time | Mon, Oct. 14 | 1:45 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Mon, Oct. 14 | 12:45 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Mon, Oct. 14 | 11:45 a.m. |
Belgium vs. France lineups, team news
Belgium will be without some key players due to injuries. Goalkeeper Matz Sels has withdrawn his name due to a knock. Meanwhile, Kevin de Bruyne has also not joined the squad due to a groin injury.
However, the team will rely on the attacking prowess of players like Leandro Trossard and Lois Openda to challenge the French defense.
Belgium predicted XI (5-2-3), right to left): Casteels — Castagne, Debast, Faes, Theate,De Cuyper — Tielemans, Mangala — Trossard, Openda, Doku
Injured: Matz Sels, Kevin de Bruyne
Suspended: —
Meanwhile, France will be without Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann for their games. Mbappe has pulled out of the squad due to injury, while Griezmann announced his international retirement following the team's 3-1 defeat to Italy last month.
France predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Maignan — Kounde, Konate, Saliba, T Hernandez — Tchouameni, Camavinga, Guendouzi — Olise, Kolo Muani, Barcola.
Injured: Kylian Mbappe
Suspended: —
Belgium vs. France prediction
Given its current form and historical dominance, France is slightly favored to win this match. However, Belgium’s home advantage and ability to perform in high-stakes games make this game exciting to watch.
- Prediction: Belgium 1-2 France
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