France will be eager to bounce back from their disappointing start to the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League as they prepare to face rivals Belgium on Monday.
Although Bradley Barcola gave France an early lead, they succumbed to a 3-1 defeat against Italy, with goals from Federico Dimarco, Davide Frattesi, and Giacomo Raspadori.
Meanwhile, Belgium had a strong start to their campaign, with Kevin De Bruyne scoring twice to lead his side to a 3-1 victory over Israel on home soil.
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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.
France vs. Belgium live stream, TV channel
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What time does France vs. Belgium kick off in UK?
This UEFA Nations League clash takes place at the Groupama Stadium in Decines-Charpieu, France and kicks off on Monday, September 9 at 8:45 p.m. local time.
Here’s how that time translates to UK:
| Date | Mon, Sep. 9 |
| Kick-off time | 7:45 p.m. BST |
| Venue | Groupama Stadium |
| Location | Decines-Charpieu, France |
France vs. Belgium lineups, team news
Michael Olise received his first call-up for France for this round of UEFA Nations League fixtures and started in the loss against Italy. He could lose out his starting place to Ousmane Dembele.
There could be a shake-up in the backline for France after they conceded three goals to Italy, with Jules Kounde and Dayot Upamecano potentially starting against Belgium
France predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Maignan(GK) — Kounde, Saliba, Konate, T. Hernandez — Kante, Zaire-Emery — Dembele, Griezmann, Barcola — Mbappe.
Injured: None
Suspended: None
Belgium should remain largely unchanged from their victory against Israel. Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois continues to be an absentee due to his rift with manager Domenico Tedesco. The Red Devils will also be missing all-time top scorer Romelu Lukaku who has been rested for this round of games.
Tedesco’s side will continue to be led by veteran midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, who will be supported by Manchester City teammate Jeremy Doku and lone striker Lois Openda up front.
Belgium predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Casteels(GK) — Castagne, Faes, Theate, De Cuyper — Onana, Tielemans — Bakayoko, De Bruyne, Doku — Openda.
Injured: None
Suspended: None
France vs. Belgium Prediction
Although France come into this game on the back of a loss to Italy, they hold the psychological and historical edge over Belgium, having won the last three matches between the two.
Belgium were impressive for the most part against Israel, however, they still have some defensive concerns which could be exploited by France’s talented frontline.
- Prediction: France 2-1 Belgium