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

Belgium vs. France is a match for Matchday 2 of Group 2 in League A of the 2026–2027 Nations League. Both teams won their openers: Van Bommel’s Red Devils secured a convincing victory in Italy, while Zidane’s Bleus narrowly defeated Turkey.

The hosts will be without the injured Trossard: De Ketelaere will once again lead the attack, supported by attacking midfielders Moreira, Kevin De Bruyne, and Mika Godts. Raskin and Tielemenans will be the two central midfielders.

France will be without Mbappé, who was injured in the match against Turkey. Dembélé is expected to take his place as center forward, with Olise, Cherki, and Doué behind him. Camavinga will partner Rabiot in midfield.

Belgium vs. France: Probable Lineups
Belgium (4-2-3-1): Lammens; Castagne, Ngoy, Mechele, De Cuyper; Raskin, Tielemans; Moreira, De Bruyne, Godts; De Ketelaere. Head Coach: van Bommel.
France (4-2-3-1): Maignan; Koundé, Upamecano, Lacroix, Diouf; Camavinga, Rabiot; Olise, Cherki, Doué; Dembélé. Head Coach: Zidane.

Zidane hasn’t ruled out surprises in the starting lineup, though: “There will be changes—that’s for sure. How many? You’ll see. We knew we’d have four games in a very short time, so inevitably we’ll rotate the lineup a bit. Belgium?
They’re an excellent team that had a fantastic World Cup, with some outstanding individual players. We know it will be a great match.”