Belgium kicked off their FIFA World Cup 2022 campaign with a 1-0 win over Canada. We’ve previewed their second fixture as the Red Devils go in search of another three points against Morocco.
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World Cup 2022: Belgium vs Morocco Preview
Belgium claimed all three points and a clean sheet in their opener against Canada, but they were far from convincing. Canada looked the more dangerous of the two nations, and they could have easily taken points from Roberto Martinez’s side were it for some more clinical finishing.
Kevin De Bruyne was unusually anonymous by his standards, failing to get a grip on the game as we have seen him do so often for Manchester City. Belgium’s lack of incision is clear from their nine shots at goal, a stark contrast to Canada’s 21. Something will need to change if Belgium are to progress to the latter stages of the FIFA World Cup 2022.
Morocco drew 0-0 in a fairly even opening fixture against Croatia, giving themselves a chance of finishing in the top two. Hakim Ziyech looked particularly threatening on the right wing, a threat Martinez will need to nullify if Belgium are to emerge victorious.
It is unclear when Belgium’s all-time top scorer Romelu Lukaku will return to action. Michy Batshuayi may have scored the winning goal, but he lacks the all-round hold up play that allows Belgium to grab control of games they are struggling in.
The midfield trio of De Bruyne, Axel Witsel and Youri Tielemans must do more to control the game against Morocco – they will be crucial to stemming the dangerous Morocco transition and sustaining pressure in their opponent’s third.
Belgium vs Morocco: Key Players
There is rarely a match that De Bruyne plays in where he is not the key player – things are no different at the FIFA World Cup 2022. He will be pivotal in every game Belgium play in the competition, with his creativity and passing range the main source of goals. He will need to improve on his performance against Canada, as he will be required to help unlock the Morocco defence.
World Cup 2022: Belgium vs Morocco Betting Tips
Belgium win and under 2.5 goals – 3.45
It won’t be an easy task but we expect Belgium to make it six points from six at the FIFA World Cup 2022. Their back five could nullify the Morocco wingers and we wouldn’t be too shocked to see another clean sheet and potentially a 1-0 win for the Red Devils.
Kevin De Bruyne anytime goalscorer – 3.45
He remains the biggest threat as long as Lukaku is absent. A danger on either foot from anywhere around the box, as well as lethal from free kicks. It’s a matter of time until he gets his FIFA World Cup 2022 goal.
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