UEFA Nations League

France

05 Oct 2026 19:45

Belgium

Prediction:

France to win 1.55

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France vs Belgium Predictions, Picks & Odds – 05/10/2026

UEFA Nations League · 4

Our prediction

1X: Double Chance France or Draw

1.55 on Betano · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 04 Oct 2026 at 09:13 · Odds are subject to change

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France head into this clash riding a wave of three consecutive wins after a rocky start to their recent fixtures. Zinedine Zidane's appointment has injected fresh energy, and his tenure began with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Turkey. The major concern is the absence of Kylian Mbappé, who left the squad with a knee hyperextension. Les Bleus will need other attackers to step up in what promises to be a fiercely contested encounter.

Belgium arrive in solid form, losing just once in their last five outings and picking up three wins alongside a draw. Mark van Bommel made an immediate impression as new head coach, guiding the Red Devils to a commanding 2-0 away triumph against Italy in their Nations League opener. That result signalled real intent from a squad eager to shed the "nearly men" tag. Van Bommel's side will fancy their chances against a France team missing their captain.

France's dominance over Belgium in recent competitive meetings is the cornerstone of this pick. Les Bleus have won their last five encounters against the Red Devils, including high-stakes knockout fixtures. That kind of psychological edge does not vanish overnight, even with Kylian Mbappe absent through a knee injury sustained against Turkey.

Belgium's opening victory against Italy under Mark van Bommel was impressive, no question. However, facing France on their home soil is a different proposition entirely. Zinedine Zidane's squad showed resilience grinding out a narrow win without Mbappe, and their depth in attacking talent remains formidable across the board.

The home or draw selection looks like strong value here. France at 1.55 reflects their superior head-to-head record and home advantage, while the draw at 4.60 provides a safety net should Belgium's new tactical setup cause problems. Both outcomes are covered in this pick, making it a sensible play given the data available.

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Trends to Know about France vs Belgium

• France won five of last six meetings
• Belgium unbeaten in four recent matches
• Mbappe absent with knee hyperextension injury

A 4-2-3-1 versus 4-3-3 setup frames this Nations League clash, with Belgium's double pivot anchoring their shape and Kevin De Bruyne pulling strings in the attacking midfield role behind the striker. France counter with a fluid front three built around the pace and creativity of Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise.

Both lineups carry probable status, sourced across multiple credible outlets, so the tactical picture is reasonably settled for both camps. Belgium's wider fullback pairing will need to track France's wide attackers diligently, while Manu Koné and Adrien Rabiot face a real test containing Belgium's dynamic midfield runners.

How to Watch France vs Belgium Match?

What time is France vs Belgium?

France vs Belgium kicks off on October 5, 2026, at 19:45 local time.

Where is France vs Belgium being played?

The venue for France vs Belgium has not yet been confirmed by UEFA.

How Can I Watch France vs Belgium on TV and Live Stream?

Broadcast details for France vs Belgium will be confirmed closer to the October 5 kickoff date.