2026-2027 Nations League: France vs. Belgium, Probable Lineups

Kickoff is at 8:45 p.m. at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis for France vs. Belgium, a match counting toward Matchday 4 of Group 1 in League A of the 2026–2027 Nations League. Zidane’s team took last Friday’s home draw against Italy as a personal affront and is determined to bounce back—once again in front of its home crowd—against a formidable Belgian side. The Red Devils are coming off a strong win against Turkey and are dreaming of pulling off an upset on French soil to take the lead in the group.

With Upamecano suspended, Zidane could pair Yoro with Lacroix in defense, while Kouné and Truffert will play on the wings. In midfield, Da Cunha is likely to start alongside Camavinga, while the attacking midfield trio of Olise, Cherki, and Barcola will play behind lone striker Dembele.

Van Bommel could rely on Lukaku as the focal point of the attack, with Moreira, Vanaken, and Godts behind him. Lavia and Raskin are expected to start in midfield.

France vs. Belgium: Probable Lineups
FRANCE (4-2-3-1): Maignan; Koundé, Yoro, Lacroix, Truffert; Da Cunha, Camavinga; Olise, Cherki, Barcola; Dembélé. Head Coach: Zidane.
BELGIUM (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Castagne, Ngoy, Mechele, De Cuyper; Lavia, Raskin; Moreira, Vanaken, Godts; Lukaku. Head Coach: Van Bommel.

Zidane had this to say about the match: “There will be some changes; this is our fourth game in a row, and we can’t take any risks. Also, we need to involve everyone. Everyone is important on this team. That’s what I want to convey to my players. I want to be able to count on everyone. The long break? It’s been fantastic spending 15 days with the players. It’s frustrating that it’s all about to end. We need to make one last effort to wrap up this training camp on a high note.”