Belgium vs Israel : UEFA Nations League Live Match Preview, livescore, predictions, predicted lineup, betting tips, odds and live stream
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Belgium enters this UEFA Nations League match looking to bounce back after their Euro 2024 disappointment, where they were eliminated by France in the Round of 16. Under coach Domenico Tedesco, the Red Devils are aiming to revitalize their squad and make a strong start in Group 2. With Romelu Lukaku absent and Thibaut Courtois out due to a rift with the coach, Kevin De Bruyne and Jérémy Doku will be essential for Belgium's offensive play. De Bruyne’s playmaking ability and Doku’s speed and dribbling will be key in breaking down Israel's defense. Loïs Openda is expected to lead the line in the absence of Lukaku, and his pace will be a constant threat to Israel.
Israel faces an uphill battle in this group, having been promoted from League B in 2022. They are playing their "home" games in Hungary due to ongoing security concerns, making their challenge even tougher. Manor Solomon and Tai Baribo will be crucial to Israel's attacking efforts, with Solomon’s creativity from the wings and Baribo’s finishing ability giving them hope against a strong Belgian side. While Israel have shown improvements, including victories in recent friendlies, their historical record against Belgium—four losses in four meetings—suggests they will need to be at their best to avoid a defeat.
Key Players
Belgium will be relying on the attacking abilities of city man , Kevin De Bruyne.With his great passes in behind and shots outside the box De Bruyne will be key in the belgium attack. Jérémy Doku will also be key , threatening from the wide area and his ability to be critical in the face of goal.The Patnership of the two will be very critical for the belgian attack and will trouble the Israel defence.
Israel will be relying on Manor Solomon in attacking midfield.The Tottenham star will be looking for passes in behind to break the belgian defensive backline, Tai Baribo will also be key for them, in the attacking position he will be looking to make runs in behind and capitalise on his chances to give his team the upper hand.
For the both teams all the called up players will be available for selection.Belgium however will be lacking their star shot stopper Thibaut Courtois due to self iposed absence.
Tactical Analysis and Formation
Domenico Tedesco , the Belgium manager , is likely to employ a 4-2-3-1 formation, emphasizing possession and quick transitions. De Bruyne will pull the strings in midfield, looking to feed the ball to wingers Doku and Bakayoko, who will stretch Israel’s defense. Openda’s movement will be key to creating space, while Onana and Mangala will anchor the midfield and provide defensive stability.In goal will be Koen Casteels.
Ran Ben Shimon’s Israel is expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Solomon and Abada offering width and creativity. Israel will likely sit back and aim to counterattack through the pace of their wingers and the finishing ability of Baribo. They will need to stay compact defensively with a strong defensive backline led by Eli Dasa and Raz Shlomo and make the most of set pieces to challenge Belgium.
Predictions and Conclusion
Belgium’s experience and talent, especially through key players like Kevin De Bruyne and Jérémy Doku, should see them dominate possession and control the match. Israel, while improved, may struggle to cope with the quality of Belgium’s attack. Playing away from home will further challenge Israel’s ability to spring any surprises. The prediction is **Belgium 2-0 Israel**, with De Bruyne likely orchestrating the offense and Openda or Doku finding the back of the net. Israel will need a disciplined defensive performance to keep the scoreline respectable.Israel will also have to capitalise on their chances if they are to punish belgium for their defensive mistakes.