Belgium kick off their FIFA World Cup campaign with their opening Group G match on Monday, where they take on Egypt at Seattle Stadium.
The Red Devils come into the tournament in outstanding form. They cruised through the qualification stage without suffering a single defeat, showcasing dominance throughout.
That strong run has carried into their recent warm-up games as well. Belgium recorded a solid 2-0 win over Croatia and then delivered an emphatic performance by thrashing Tunisia 5-0 just last week. With a powerful attacking unit and a squad full of confidence, Belgium look well-prepared and are already being considered among the early favourites to go far in the competition.
Belgium team news
Rudi Garcia’s men have a concern in defence ahead of this opening match. Centre-back Zeno Debast is unavailable due to a leg injury.
Although he has travelled with the squad, he is not expected to play until later in the tournament. His absence leaves manager Rudi Garcia with a selection headache in defence, and he is likely to rely on a makeshift central pairing of Brandon Mechele and Joel Ngoy.
Apart from Debast, the rest of the Belgian squad is fit and ready. The key decision for Garcia will be in attack.
He must decide whether to start experienced striker Romelu Lukaku or opt for Charles De Ketelaere in a false nine role.
Belgium are expected to line up in an attacking 4-2-3-1 system, with much of their creativity coming from Kevin De Bruyne.
On the flanks, Jeremy Doku’s pace and directness will be crucial in stretching and breaking down the Egyptian defence.
Belgium predicted lineup
Possible Belgium starting XI: Courtois; Meunier, Mechele, Ngoy, Castagne; Onana, Tielemans; Trossard, De Bruyne, Doku; De Ketelaere.
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 8pm BST on Monday, 15th June.
How to watch Belgium vs Egypt
For viewers in the UK, the match will be broadcast live on BBC One.
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