France vs Belgium: UEFA Nations League Team News, H2H & Match Guide

France vs Belgium meet at the Stade de France on Monday, 5 October 2026 in UEFA Nations League League A Group A1. France lead the group with seven points after three matches, while Belgium are one point behind on six.

Kick-off is at 18:45 UTC, which is 20:45 local time in Saint-Denis. France won the reverse fixture 1-0 in Brussels on 28 September before drawing 1-1 with Italy, while Belgium responded by beating Türkiye 3-0. That leaves the top two separated by one point heading into Matchday 4. Use the current form, team news and H2H below to assess the match before making your own prediction on SportPesa.

Group A1 standings before kick-off:

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France remain without captain Kylian Mbappé after the forward suffered a left-knee injury earlier in the international window. Zinédine Zidane still has attacking options through players such as Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembélé and Rayan Cherki, while Eduardo Camavinga, Manu Koné and Adrien Rabiot give France several midfield combinations.

Belgium arrive after a 3-0 win over Türkiye, their second victory in three Group A1 matches. The Red Devils have already beaten Italy away and were only denied points by France’s late winner in Brussels, so they return to this fixture with a realistic chance to take over top spot.

For more background on the visitors, see the Belgium national football team guide. Confirmed lineups and late changes should be checked close to kick-off through SP Score.

France and Belgium have one of international football’s longest-running rivalries. After France’s 1-0 win in Brussels on 28 September, UEFA’s head-to-head record stands at 30 wins for France, 30 for Belgium and 19 draws.

Recent competitive meetings have favoured France. Les Bleus beat Belgium in the 2018 World Cup semi-final, the 2021 Nations League semi-final, both Nations League meetings in 2024 and the reverse fixture in September 2026.

France’s biggest question is how they create and finish chances without Mbappé. Olise’s movement between midfield and attack, Dembélé’s ability to beat defenders and France’s control in central areas will all matter against a Belgium side that has conceded only once in the group.

Belgium have shown they can score from several areas, with their midfield creativity and ability to attack space making them dangerous when games open up. France will need to control transitions and prevent Belgium from turning turnovers into quick attacks.

The midfield contest and first goal could shape the match. France have the group lead and home advantage, while Belgium know an away win would move them above Les Bleus.

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After reviewing the form, H2H and team news, you can make your own prediction by opening the SportPesa football markets. Find France vs Belgium, compare the available markets and current odds, then choose the selection that matches your own view of the match.

Depending on market availability, options can include match result, double chance, over/under goals and both teams to score. If you are unfamiliar with the process, read how to place a bet on SportPesa before submitting your selection.

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France vs Belgium takes place on Monday, 5 October 2026.

The match is being played at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis.

Kick-off is scheduled for 18:45 UTC, which is 20:45 local time.

France lead Group A1 with seven points, one ahead of Belgium on six.

After France’s win in Brussels on 28 September 2026, UEFA lists the teams level on 30 wins each, with 19 draws.

SP Score provides live scores, lineups and changing match statistics, while SportPesa Global carries current football markets.

Open the SportPesa football section, find the fixture, review the available markets and choose the selection that matches your own assessment.

France vs Belgium is a direct contest for control of UEFA Nations League Group A1, with only one point separating the teams before Matchday 4. France have the advantage after winning the reverse fixture, while Belgium arrive after a convincing victory over Türkiye. The midfield battle, France’s attack without Mbappé and Belgium’s threat in transition are among the main areas to watch. When you are ready, check the latest SportPesa football markets and make only the prediction you are comfortable with.

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