France vs Belgium Preview: Les Bleus Look to Extend a Five-Match Streak in Saint-Denis

France have beaten Belgium in each of their last five meetings, and tonight they get a chance to make it six. France vs Belgium is today's Group 1 fixture in UEFA Nations League A, and it is a rematch of the game played in Brussels on 28 September. With Italy and Türkiye also in the group, every point matters. Below you'll find the kick-off details, form, history and our prediction, plus the France vs Belgium match page on score808 if you want to follow the game online.

France vs Belgium: Match Details

• Competition: UEFA Nations League A, Group 1, Game Week 4
• Date: Monday, 5 October 2026
• Kick-off: 20:45 CEST, which is 18:45 UTC (19:45 UK time)
• Venue: Stade de France, Saint-Denis
• Follow online: score808.stream

One site lists an earlier time, so confirm on UEFA.com before the game.

The Group: France, Belgium, Italy and Türkiye

Group 1 is one of the strongest in League A. France opened away to Türkiye on 25 September, visited Belgium on 28 September and hosted Italy on 2 October, so check the live table for how that run went. After today, they travel to Italy on 12 November and finish at home to Türkiye on 15 November. The group winners in League A advance to the Nations League Finals, so a slip against a neighbour could prove costly.

France Preview: Steady Squad, Mixed Results

France arrive with a settled group of players. Starting11's tracker shows they have kept 73% of their starting eleven across their last six matches, with the same eleven named in two consecutive games. Previews note that their recent results have been mixed, which makes this window an important chance to build momentum at the Stade de France.

Home advantage also helps. France have played this kind of rivalry game many times, and they know how to manage the occasion.

Belgium Preview: Aiming for a Surprise

Belgium arrive with a similar level of stability, with 71% of their starting eleven kept across their last six matches. A positive result in Saint-Denis would be a big boost to their campaign, particularly in a group that includes Italy and Türkiye as well as France.

They also bring the confidence of having played France just a week ago. Whatever the result in Brussels, the Belgians will have learned what works against Les Bleus.

Head-to-Head: France Have Won Every Recent Meeting

France's record against Belgium is strong.

• 14 October 2024: Belgium 1-2 France (Nations League)
• 9 September 2024: France 2-0 Belgium (Nations League)
• 1 July 2024: France 1-0 Belgium (Euro 2024)
• 7 October 2021: Belgium 2-3 France (Nations League)
• 10 July 2018: France 1-0 Belgium (World Cup)

That is five wins from five, with every game decided by a one- or two-goal margin. This month's meeting in Brussels on 28 September adds another chapter, so check the live score808 page for the result.

Key Battles to Watch

1. France's control against Belgium's counter-attacks. Expect France to dominate possession, while Belgium look to hit on the break.

2. Lessons from Brussels. Both coaches have just seen each other's plans, so small adjustments could decide the rematch.

3. A history of narrow margins. Every recent meeting has been decided by one or two goals, so one set piece could be decisive.

4. Group stakes. With Italy and Türkiye in the same group, dropped points now could be costly in the race for first place.

Team News

Confirmed line-ups were not available at the time of writing. Starting XIs are usually announced about an hour before kick-off. Follow updates on the live score808 match page.

Prediction: France vs Belgium

France's home advantage and their record against Belgium make them favourites, but the narrow margins in recent meetings mean Belgium should keep it close. Our pick is a narrow France win, though a draw would not be a surprise. Please gamble responsibly, and only where it is legal.

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France vs Belgium: FAQs

What time is France vs Belgium?
Kick-off is 20:45 CEST on 5 October 2026, which is 18:45 UTC and 19:45 UK time.

Where is France vs Belgium being played?
At the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, France.

Which competition is this match part of?
UEFA Nations League A, Group 1, alongside Italy and Türkiye.

Who is the favourite?
France, thanks to home advantage and five straight wins in this fixture.

When did these teams last meet?
In the first leg of this group fixture in Brussels on 28 September 2026. Before that, France won 2-1 in Belgium in October 2024.

Where can I follow France vs Belgium online?
On the score808 France vs Belgium match page.