Belgium vs France: Two European powerhouses take centre stage as Belgium faces France in the second semi-final of the Nations League on Friday.
Match Details:
Teams: Belgium vs France
Venue: Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy
Date: Friday 8th October, 2021
Time: 12:15 AM IST
Live Link: http://www.sonyliv.com
Preview
This is one of the best chances for Belgium’s Golden Generation to seize the initiative as they face France in a mammoth UEFA Nations League semi-final on Friday.
After a disappointing Quarterfinal exit from the Euro 2020, Belgium has continued their stellar form with a hat-trick of wins against Estonia, Czech Republic and Belarus.
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The Belgian Red Devils have a quality line-up and will look to put a serious challenge against the current World Cup holders, France; who themselves are a champion side.
On the other hand, France have not been in the best of forms since their Round of 16 exit against Switzerland in the Euro 2020.
2 draws and a win from their next three matches has shown signs of inconsistency but with their quality, experience; France remains one match away from kicking on.
The French side also have their chance to pick up the Nations League trophy but this hurdle will be a tough ask.
A quality match-up is expected with both sides gunning for a place in the finals against Italy/Spain.
Both sides last met in 2018 during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Semi-Finals where France won 1-0 through Umtiti’s second half effort.
Form Guide
Belgium: WLWWW
France: DLDDW
What a game! France beat Finland thanks to a double from @AntoGriezmann The crowd were superb in Lyon too🔥🇫🇷 #FiersdetreBleus #FRAFIN pic.twitter.com/HzP6qP32bO
— French Team ⭐⭐ (@FrenchTeam) September 7, 2021
Last Matches of both teams:
Belarus 0-1 Belgium
France 2-0 Finland
Les Bleus are at Clairefontaine to prepare for the Final 4 of the UEFA Nations League👊#FiersdetreBleus pic.twitter.com/20fJ5gJxcg
— French Team ⭐⭐ (@FrenchTeam) October 5, 2021
Where to watch the live stream and broadcast of Belgium vs France in India?
The match is live streamed on the Sony LIV App, Jio TV while it can also be viewed on the Sony Sports Network channels.
Team News
Meunier has left the Belgian squad after he sustained a knee injury.
Meanwhile, Kante misses out for France after he tested positive for Covid and Martial is doubtful as he carries a knock.
Belgium possible 11:
Courtois, Alderweireld, Boyata, Vertonghen, Castagne, Tielemans, Witsel, Carrasco, De Bruyne, Lukaku and Hazard
France possible 11:
Lloris, Pavard, Varane, Kimpembe, Hernandez, Pogba, Veretout, Tchouameni, Griezmann, Benzema and Mbappé
Prediction: Belgium 2-2 France
This is set to be a classic encounter between two attacking sides full of talent in their ranks.
However, with recent form in question; Belgium have won 4 out of five matches.
France has not been able to kick on from the Euro exit and are winless since.
The likes of Griezmann, Pogba are only waiting to shine and put their class all over the contest.
We expect this to go to spot-kicks with France to win.
