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Here are our Euro 2024 predictions for France vs Belgium. Two nations that fell short of expectations in the group stage meet in Düsseldorf for a place in the last eight of Euro 2024. Belgium are only at this stage thanks to incredible luck, as their slim goal differential advantage allowed them to progress after all four Group E teams finished level on points.
| Fixture: | France vs Belgium |
| Kick Off: | Jul 1, 2024 09:30 IST |
| Venue: | Düsseldorf Arena |
| League: | UEFA EURO 2024 |
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France haven’t lost a competitive fixture since they were beaten in the 2022 World Cup Final by Argentina. For all the firepower at their disposal, both France and Belgium have failed to ignite as an attacking force at Euro 2024 so far. Netting a meagre four goals between them in six games combined. France managed only one victory in their three group matches, drawing against the Netherlands and Poland. Historically, Belgium have a better overall record against France, but recent encounters have favoured Les Bleus. France defeated Belgium 1-0 in the 2018 FIFA World Cup semi-final and won 3-2 in a UEFA Nations League semi-final in 2021. Belgium are 16th in this year’s European Championship in goals scored. For this generation of Belgian players, this is likely their last chance at a major title. To win it, they must overcome one of the tournament favorites.
France vs Belgium Team news
Kylian Mbappe returned to the French XI with a protective mask on against Poland and the Real Madrid-bound attacker should start again here. Antoine Griezmann should also be recalled having been named as a sub in the same game. Dodi Lukebakio is free to feature again having served a one-game ban for an accumulation of yellow cards and the winger could displace Leandro Trossard on the flank.
France vs Belgium Tips
- Over 1.5 Goals France
- Over 1.5 cards France
