All eyes will be on Brussels tonight when Belgium host France in a blockbuster Nations League showdown.
Despite winning their opening game against Israel, the hosts have seen the wheels come off their campaign somewhat.
A 2-0 defeat to Les Bleus in September was followed by a 2-2 draw with 10-man Italy last Thursday.
France, on the other hand, have won back-to-back matches since their shock home defeat to the Azzurri.
The form book certainly suggests a win for Didier Deschamps’ men but you cannot count out the Red Devils, particularly with home advantage in their favour.
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Belgium vs France
Monday, October 14, 7.45pm
King Baudouin Stadium, Brussels
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It is fair to say this international break has been kinder to France than Belgium.
Domenico Tedesco’s men found themselves trailing to Andrea Cambiaso’s quickfire opener in Rome and Italy soon piled on the misery with a second through Mateo Retegui.
They were thrown a lifeline after 40 minutes when Lorenzo Pellegrini was given his marching orders.
Maxim De Cuyper halved the deficit before the break and Leandro Trossard pulled Belgium level just after the hour mark.
But the visitors could not find the winner they desperately needed to get their campaign firing on all cylinders again.
In contrast, France hammered Israel 4-1 in Budapest in their last outing.
Goals from Eduardo Camavinga, Christopher Nkunku, Matteo Guendouzi and Bradley Barcola rounded off a comfortable victory for Deschamps’ side.
France will also take heart from the fact that Nkunku’s strike was his first for the senior side.
Latest Nations League Betting Odds
While a draw (3.28) would not be out of the question, France are favourites to edge this encounter. But if 2.40 is not enough to tempt you to back the away team, 3.00 for a home win may prove more appealing.
Belgium vs France Betting Tips
With both teams to score priced at 1.77, you would be forgiven for expecting a few goals in this match. Having opened his international account last time out, Chelsea striker Nkunku is a tasty 7.40 as first goalscorer.
Bet Builder Quick Bets: Nkunku to score anytime, France to win, over 2.5 goals & BTTTS – 6.75
Nkunku may have found game time hard to come by at Chelsea but he is clearly relishing being with his international team-mates. Despite limited minutes under Enzo Maresca, the former RB Leipzig ace headed off on international duty with seven goals in all competitions under his belt. After his strike against Israel, it would be no surprise to see his name on the scoresheet again in a match expected to deliver drama and goals.
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