Belgium will host Italy in a Group A2 match of the UEFA Nations League 2024-25 at the King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels on Friday, November 15.

The Belgium vs Italy UEFA Nations League 2024-25 match will start at 01:15 AM IST on Friday. Live streaming and telecast of the match will be available in India.

Italy are currently on top of Group A2 of the UEFA Nations League 2024-25 with 10 points from three wins and a draw after the first four rounds while Belgium are in third place with four points from one win, a draw and two losses.

Italy are unbeaten in the tournament and travel to the Belgian capital on the back of a thumping 4-1 win over Israel last month. Defender Giovanni Di Lorenzo scored a second-half brace while Mateo Retegui and Davide Frattesi chipped in with a goal each.

Italy, who finished in third place in the last two editions of the UEFA Nations League, started their campaign this year in style beating 2020-21 edition winner France 3-1 in their opening Group A2 match in Paris. 

Italy would be keen to make amends after a 2-2 draw against Belgium in the first leg of their group game in Rome. Though the hosts scored two first-half goals in the contest, a red card to Lorenzo Pellegrini allowed Belgium to come back and secure a draw.

Meanwhile, Belgium’s campaign took a wrong turn after their 3-1 win over Israel in their opener in Group A2. They lost both their matches to France on either side of the drawn encounter against Italy.

Belgium, who are five points adrift of France at third place, need to win both their remaining matches to nurture any hopes of making it to the knockouts from Group A2.

Belgium are currently sixth in the FIFA Men’s football rankings whereas Italy are placed ninth as per the latest list.

The UEFA Nations League 2024-25 has a total of 54 teams split into four leagues based on their international ranking. Three leagues A, B and C contain four groups of four teams each whereas League D has two groups of three teams.

Teams in League A will vie for the UEFA Nations League Final that is scheduled to be held in June 2025. All the four group winners and runners-up in League A will play a double-legged quarter-finals with the winners proceeding to play the semi-finals.

Belgium vs Italy football head-to-head

Italy holds a dominant position in their head-to-head record against Belgium with 16 wins from 25 matches with their last win coming in the same competition in October 2021 when they beat Belgium 2-1.

Meanwhile, Belgium has won four matches against Italy with the 3-1 victory in an international friendly in 2015 being their last triumph. Five matches, including their latest meeting in the UEFA Nations League 2024-25 last month, have ended in draws.

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The Italy national football team will host Belgium in their third UEFA Nations League 2024-25 League A Group 2 match at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy.

The Italy vs Belgium, UEFA Nations League 2024-25 match will start at 12:15 AM IST on Friday, October 11.

Under manager Luciano Spalletti, Italy have made an impressive start to their UEFA Nations League 2024-25 campaign after a dismal show at UEFA Euro 2024. 

Italy defeated France 3-1 in their UEFA Nations League 2024-25 opener at the Parc des Princes in Paris.  

The Azzurri later secured a 2-1 over Israel in their second fixture in the ongoing UEFA Nations League.

With six points from two matches, Italy are currently placed on top of the League A Group 2 standings.

On the other hand, the Belgium national football team will look to bounce back after suffering a 0-2 defeat against France in their previous UEFA Nations League 2024-25 encounter at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais in September.

Randal Kolo Muani and Ousmane Dembélé netted a goal each for France as Belgium registered their first loss in the ongoing UEFA Nations League.

Earlier, the Domenico Tedesco-coached Belgium started their UEFA Nations League 2024-25 campaign with a 3-1 win over Israel at home.

Having accumulated three points from two games, Belgium are currently placed third in the League A Group 2 standings.

Meanwhile, Luciano Spalletti has included five uncapped players in Italy’s squad for the upcoming games against Belgium and Israel.

Daniel Maldini, son of Italian legend Paolo Maldini, Roma midfielder Niccolo Pisilli, centre-backs Matteo Gabbia, Caleb Okoli and Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio are the uncapped players added in the squad.

The hosts will miss the services of their star winger Federico Chiesa due to lack of match fitness. 

The likes of Gianluca Scamacca, Giorgio Scalvini and Moise Kean have been ruled out due to injuries.

For Belgium, captain Kevin De Bruyne and estranged goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois will be unavailable for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures.

The visitors will also be without their star striker Romelu Lukaku, who has taken a national-team sabbatical until 2025.

In the absence of Lukaku, the likes of Lois Openda, Leandro Trossard, Jérémy Doku and Dodi Lukebakio are expected to feature in Belgium’s forward line.

Italy vs Belgium football head-to-head

The Italy vs Belgium football head-to-head record favours the former. Italy have won 16 of the 24 matches that they have played against each other so far. Belgium have registered four victories. As many as four games have ended in draws.

The last time these two sides met, Italy beat Belgium 2-1 in an UEFA Nations League third-place playoff clash in October 2021.

Nicolò Barella gave Italy the lead in the 46th minute before Domenico Berardi converted a penalty to make it 2-0.

For Belgium, substitute Charles De Ketelaere scored a consolation goal in the 86th minute.

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France will host old rival Belgium in their second UEFA Nations League 2024-25 fixture at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais in Décines-Charpieu, France.

The France vs Belgium, UEFA Nations League 2024-25 League A Group 2 match will start at 12:15 AM IST on Tuesday, September 10. Live streaming and telecast of the match will be available in India.

Under head coach Didier Deschamps, the France national football team will look to bounce back after they succumbed to a 1-3 defeat against Italy in their UEFA Nations League 2024-25 campaign opener at the Parc des Princes in Paris.

While Bradley Barcola’s strike gave France an early lead, the visitors later rode on goals from Federico Dimarco, Davide Frattesi and Giacomo Raspadori to secure an impressive victory.

With the defeat, UEFA Nations League 2020-21 winners France are languishing at the bottom of the League A Group 2 standings.

On the other hand, the Belgium national football team will head into the upcoming fixture high on confidence after they defeated Israel 3-1 in their opening game of the UEFA Nations League 2024-25 at the Nagyerdei Stadion in Debrecen, Hungary.

Captain Kevin De Bruyne’s brace and Youri Tielemans�?strike helped the Red Devils bag maximum points from the fixture.

The Domenico Tedesco-coached Belgium will seek revenge after they were knocked out by France in the UEFA European Championship 2024 just two months back.

Having conceded three goals against Italy, Didier Deschamps could make few changes to France’s starting XI.

The likes of Jules Kounde and Dayot Upamecano could start against Belgium in their upcoming fixture. 

Michael Olise, Ousmane Dembélé, Randal Kolo Muani and Marcus Thuram will compete for a spot to play alongside Kylian Mbappe, Bradley Barcola and Antoine Griezmann.

For Belgium, star forward and their all-time top scorer Romelu Lukaku has been rested. In the absence of Lukaku, Kevin De Bruyne, Jérémy Doku and Lois Openda will play a key role if Belgium are to bag three points from the game.

France vs Belgium football head-to-head

The France vs Belgium football head-to-head record favours the Red Devils. Belgium have won 30 of the 76 matches that they have played against each other so far. France have registered 27 victories in this fixture. As many as 19 matches have ended in draws.

The last time these two sides met, France beat Belgium 1-0 in the UEFA Euro 2024 Round of 16 clash at the Merkur Spiel-Arena in Dusseldorf, Germany.

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After earning 126 caps for the country in 14 years, Eden Hazard announced his retirement from international football shortly after Belgium exited the FIFA World Cup 2022 in the group stages. 

Eden Hazard was the posterboy of Belgium’s renaissance in international football. 

Belgium, who had found great success in the early 20th century, regained their prominence in world football over the last decade and are currently positioned No. 2 in the FIFA world rankings. Hazard was an integral figure in their surge, alongside other stars like Kevin de Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Vincent Kompany. 

Eden Hazard made his international debut with the Belgian national football team in 2008 in a friendly match against Luxembourg. He was 17 at the time. Hazard scored his first goal in an international match in 2011 against Kazakhstan.

Hazard played his first FIFA World Cup at Brazil 2014. He led the team at Russia 2018, steering Belgium to their best finish at the football World Cup with a third place. Hazard also won the Silver Ball in that World Cup, an award given to the second-best player of the tournament. He had scored three goals and one assist for Belgium in the 2018 edition.

Hazard finished his international football career with 33 goals and 36 assists for the Red Devils. Only Romelu Lukaku has scored more goals for Belgium than the former Chelsea attacker. 

Hazard rose to prominence during his days with French club LOSC Lille and became a global superstar after his move to Chelsea in 2012. 

Hazard went on to win two Premier League titles with the English club, alongside two UEFA Europa League titles and one FA Cup. 

Real Madrid broke their transfer record to welcome the Belgian star in the summer of 2019. The Galacticos paid �?15 million to complete the little magician’s dream move.  

Here’s a look at Eden Hazard’s statistics for club and country.

Eden Hazard stats

International football

Belgium

• Matches: 123
• Goals: 33
• Assists: 36

FIFA World Cup

• Matches: 14
• Goals: 3
• Assists: 4

World Cup qualifiers

• Matches: 12
• Goals: 7
• Assists: 6

UEFA Euros

• Matches: 9
• Goals: 1
• Assists: 5

UEFA Euros

• Matches: 17
• Goals: 10
• Assists: 8

Club football 

Club	Matches	Goals	Assists
LOSC Lille	194	50	53
Chelsea	352	110	92
Real Madrid	72	7	11

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The Netherlands will lock horns with Belgium in their final Group D match of the UEFA Nations League 2022-23 at the Amsterdam ArenA in the wee hours of Monday, September 26 in India. The match will start at 12:15 AM Indian Standard Time (IST).

Under head coach Louis van Gaal, the Netherlands head into this fixture on the back of an impressive 2-0 win over hosts Poland at the National Stadium Warsaw on Friday. PSV Eindhoven winger Cody Gakpo and Ajax star Steven Bergwijn helped the visitors bag three crucial points.

With four wins and one draw, the Netherlands are the only unbeaten side in Group D and are currently leading the standings with 13 points from five games. Louis van Gaal’s men only need a point to finish as table-topper and advance to the UEFA Nations League finals.

On the other hand, Belgium have a tough task on their hands as they need to beat the Netherlands by four goals margin in order to progress to the UEFA Nations League finals. 

The Roberto Martinez-coached side is currently placed second in Group D standings with 10 points from five matches, having registered three wins, one draw and one loss in the ongoing tournament so far. 

The Red Devils pipped Wales 2-1 in their last match courtesy of goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Michy Batshuayi. While Kieffer Moore managed to pull one back for Wales, Belgium defended their lead to secure an important win.

Netherlands vs Belgium head-to-head in international football

The Netherlands have an edge over Belgium in their head-to-head record in international football, winning 56 of the 128 matches that they have played so far. Belgium have secured 41 victories. On the other hand, 41 matches have ended in draws.

Interestingly, the Netherlands secured a dominating 4-1 win over Belgium in their previous meeting in the ongoing UEFA Champions League.

Steven Bergwijn opened the scoring for the Netherlands in the 40th minute before Memphis Depay netted a brace and Denzel Dumfries added another to help them secure a morale-boosting win. For Belgium, Michy Batshuayi scored a consolation goal in the 93rd minute of the game.

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Poland and Belgium face off in the UEFA Nations League 2022-23 at the Stadion Narodowy in Warsaw, Poland on Wednesday, June 15. The match will kick off at 12:15 AM IST (Indian Standard Time).

Both Poland and Belgium have not reported any fresh injury problems ahead of their matchup, but are expected to make a flurry of changes.

Poland, for starters, will likely recall Szymon Zurkowski, Kamil Gilk, Wojciech Szczesny and Robert Lewandowski for the home tie.

Roberto Martinez announced that the trio of Kevin De Bruyne, Yannick Carrasco and Thomas Meunier will not travel to Poland meaning the likes of Hans Vanaken, Alexis Saelemaekers and Thorgan Hazard will start on Wednesday.

Poland vs Belgium odds for UEFA Nations League 2022-23

Poland: 3.10

Belgium: 2.30

Draw: 3.40

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Poland vs Belgium recent form

Both Poland and Belgium have suffered just one defeat in their last five games, and are level on points (four) after three matches in UEFA Nations League 2022-23.

For starters, Poland enter their latest fixture fresh from a 2-2 draw against group leaders Netherlands. Czeslaw Michniewicz’s team were 2-0 up until the 50th minute mark but goals from Davy Klaassen and Denzel Dumfries denied Poland a first win over the Oranje since 1979.

Belgium, on the other hand, were held to a 1-1 stalemate by Wales. After Youri Tielemans gave the Red Devils the lead in the 54th minute, Brennan Johnson strike in the 86th minute rescued the Dragons who registered a second consecutive draw across all competitions against Roberto Martinez’s team.

Poland: D, L, W, W, D

Belgium: D, W, L, W, D

Poland vs Belgium head-to-head

The head-to-head record between Poland and Belgium is evenly poised, with both teams winning seven games each in their 20 meetings so far. Six matches have ended in draws.

The teams clashed earlier in UEFA Nations League 2022-23, with goals from Axel Witsel, Kevin De Bruyne, Leandro Trossard (twice), Leander Dendoncker and Loïs Openda guiding Belgium to a 6-1 win. Robert Lewandowski found the net for Poland.

Poland: 7

Belgium: 7

Draw: 6

Last five meetings:

Belgium 6-1 Poland

Poland 2-0 Belgium

Belgium 0-1 Poland

Belgium 3-1 Poland

Poland 1-1 Belgium

Poland vs Belgium prediction and football betting tips for UEFA Nations League 2022-23

Belgium boast of a slight edge in terms of recent form and are thus backed by the odds for Wednesday's fixture.

Poland, playing at home, will depend on a Lewandowksi special to script a much-needed victory. But given the immense pool of talent in the Belgium ranks, fans can expect a toe-to-toe contest.

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Belgium and Netherlands will aim to make a winning start to their UEFA Nations League 2022/23 campaign when they go head to head at King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels in the early hours of Saturday, June 4. The match will kick off at 12:15 AM IST.

The home team is set to miss the services of Thibaut Courtois due to a groin strain. The good thing, however, remains that Eden Hazard is in contention to start and may get a nod alongside Romelu Lukaku and Kevin de Bruyne.

For the Netherlands, there are no injury concerns whatsoever, meaning that they have a full-fledged squad ready to take the field.

Belgium vs Netherlands odds for UEFA Nations League 2022/23

Belgium: 2.26

Netherlands: 3.10

Draw: 3.55

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Belgium vs Netherlands recent form

Despite having a strong squad at their disposal, Belgium have struggled for consistency in their last few matches, having played back-to-back draws against Ireland and Wales. Before that, however, the team won four of their last five matches. During this time, the team scored three or more goals on three occasions.

As for the Netherlands, although they have scored goals at will, they too have played two draws in their last five matches. One of them came against Germany in March and the other against Montenegro in November last year.

Belgium: W, D, D, W, W

Netherlands: D, W, W, D, W

Belgium vs Netherlands head-to-head

In a total of 127 matches between Belgium and the Netherlands, the latter holds the edge with 55 wins as compared to Belgium’s 41 victories. As many as 31 games have been drawn.

Interestingly enough, since their 0-0 draw in the 1998 World Cup, Belgium and Netherlands haven’t played a competitive match. Between 1999 to the date of writing, they have played seven international friendlies, where Belgium have won two while five matches have been drawn.

Belgium: 41

Netherlands: 55

Draw: 31

Last five results:

Belgium 1-1 Netherlands (2018)

Netherlands 1-1 Belgium (2016)

Belgium 4-2 Netherlands (2012)

Netherlands 0-1 Belgium (2004)

Belgium 1-1 Netherlands (2003)

Belgium vs Netherlands prediction and football betting tips for UEFA Nations League 2022/23

Given the quality Belgium have in their roster, it’s no surprise that the odds are strongly in their favour. Add their recent record against the Netherlands and they have what it takes to beat Louis van Gaal’s side.

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Reigning UEFA Euro 2020 champions Italy take on Belgium in the bronze final of the UEFA Nations League 2020-21 at Juventus Stadium in Italy on Sunday, October 10. The match will kick off at 6:30 PM IST.

Roberto Mancini’s team had their record 37-match unbeaten run in international football ended by Spain, who exacted revenge for their Euro 2020 semi-final penalty shootout defeat to the Azzurri.

In the other semi-final, Belgium blew a two-goal advantage in the first half to lose to world champions France 2-3. During the second half, the top-ranked Red Devils fell to Didier Deschamps' Les Blues, and their performance opened the door for discussions regarding the end of Belgium's 'Golden Generation'.

The head-to-head between the teams favours Italy, who won the fixture 15 times besides registering four draws and suffering four losses.

Regarding the team news ahead of Sunday’s clash, Roberto Mancini will have to make do without Leonardo Bonucci, who was sent off against Spain. Furthermore, the Euro 2020 champions will miss the services of striker Ciro Immobile, who is recuperating from a thigh injury, meaning the likes of Moise Kean and Giacomo Raspadori will compete to earn a starting spot in the centre-forward position against Belgium.

Eden Hazard is expected to be a major absentee for the Red Devils after he limped off in the final 15 minutes of the defeat to France with an undisclosed injury. This is the latest injury setback for the Real Madrid forward since departing from Chelsea in 2019.

Italy squad for UEFA Nations League bronze final

Goalkeepers: Gianluigi Donnarumma, Alex Meret, Salvatore Sirigu

Defenders: Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni, Leonardo Bonucci, Giorgio Chiellini, Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Emerson Palmieri, Rafael Toloi

Midfielders: Nicolo Barella, Bryan Cristante, Jorginho, Manuel Locatelli, Lorenzo Pellegrini , Matteo Pessina, Marco Verratti

Forwards: Domenico Berardi, Federico Bernardeschi, Federico Chiesa, Ciro Immobile, Lorenzo Insigne, Giacomo Raspadori

Belgium squad for UEFA Nations League bronze final

Goalkeepers: Koen Casteels, Thibaut Courtois, Simon Mignolet

Defenders: Toby Alderweireld, Dedryck Boyata, Timothy Castagne, Jason Denayer, Thomas Meunier, Jan Vertonghen

Midfielders: Kevin De Bruyne, Leander Dendoncker, Thorgan Hazard, Alexis Saelemaekers, Youri Tielemans, Hans Vanaken, Axel Witsel

Forwards: Michy Batshuayi, Yannick Carrasco, Charles De Ketelaere, Eden Hazard, Romelu Lukaku, Dodi Lukebakio, Leandro Trossard

Where to watch Italy vs Belgium UEFA Nations League 2020-21 bronze final match live in India?

Italy vs Belgium UEFA Nations League 2020-21 bronze final match will be telecast live from 6:30 PM IST on Sony Sports Network TV channels in India, on Sunday, October 10.

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Reigning world champions France take on Belgium in the semi-final of the UEFA Nations League 2020-21 at Juventus Stadium in Italy on Friday, October 8. The match will kick off at 12:15 AM IST.

Didier Deschamps�?team has not enjoyed the best of form of late. Following their exit from the round of 16 of UEFA Euro 2020 at hands of Switzerland, the team has won just one of their last three World Cup qualifying matches.

Belgium, on the contrary, have been scoring goals for fun. Following their run at the Euros, the Red Devils have played three matches, scoring nine goals while conceding just two. 

Still the world’s top team in the FIFA rankings, Belgium have lost just two of their last 30 matches and one of those two defeats came in their Nations League campaign a year ago when goals from Marcus Rashford and Mason Mount guided England to a narrow 2-1 win.

Judging by the form Belgium are in - five wins in their last six matches - it is safe to say that they are likely to beat France, who have won just one of their last six matches. 

The head-to-head between the teams sees Belgium just shade this fixture, having won it 30 times besides succumbing to 25 defeats and playing out 19 draws. 

Meanwhile, both teams have decided to make several changes for this match. For Belgium, the likes of Dries Mertens, Christian Benteke and Divock Origi will be absent. As far as France are concerned, N’Golo Kante is unavailable after testing positive for Covid-19 while in a surprise exclusion, veteran striker Olivier Giroud has been left out of the French squad too.

The winner of this semi-final will face the winners of Italy’s clash with Spain in the other UEFA Nations League semi-final.

Belgium squad for UEFA Nations League semi-final

Goalkeepers: Koen Casteels, Thibaut Courtois, Simon Mignolet

Defenders: Toby Alderweireld, Dedryck Boyata, Timothy Castagne, Jason Denayer, Thomas Meunier, Jan Vertonghen

Midfielders: Kevin De Bruyne, Leander Dendoncker, Thorgan Hazard, Alexis Saelemaekers, Youri Tielemans, Hans Vanaken, Axel Witsel

Forwards: Michy Batshuayi, Yannick Carrasco, Charles De Ketelaere, Eden Hazard, Romelu Lukaku, Dodi Lukebakio, Leandro Trossard 

France squad for UEFA Nations League semi-final

Goalkeepers: Hugo Lloris, Mike Maignan, Benoit Costil

Defenders: Lucas Digne, Leo Dubois, Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, Jules Kounde, Benjamin Pavard, Dayot Upamecano, Raphael Varane

Midfielders: Matteo Guendouzi, Theo Hernandez, Paul Pogba, Adrien Rabiot, Aurelien Tchouameni, Jordan Veretout

Forwards: Wissam Ben Yedder, Karim Benzema, Moussa Diaby, Antoine Griezmann, Anthony Martial, Kylian Mbappe

Where to watch Belgium vs France UEFA Nations League 2020-21 match live in India?

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FIFA’s top-ranked team Belgium will lock horns with defending champions Portugal in a mouth-watering UEFA Euro 2020 round of 16 clash at the Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville, Spain in the early hours of Monday, June 28 (according to Indian Standard Time).

Belgium started their Euro 2020 campaign after beating Russia 3-0 and followed it with a come from behind 2-1 win over Denmark. The Red Devils made it a perfect start after securing a 2-0 victory against Finland in their final group fixture. Roberto Martinez’s men topped Group B with nine points and they have already shown why Belgium are touted as one of the favourites to win the title this year.

Portugal, on the other hand, had mixed fortunes in the Group of Death and the Cristiano Ronaldo-led side qualified for the round of 16 in third spot (four points from three matches) for the second consecutive European Championship. 

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While A Seleção started their tournament after defeating Hungary 3-0, they succumbed to a 4-2 defeat against Germany. Portugal ended the group stage with a 2-2 draw against world champions France to qualify for the Euro 2020 knockouts.

Belgium vs Portugal head-to-head 

In the Belgium vs Portugal head-to-head record in international football, the 2016 Euro champions have a slight advantage, having won six of the 18 matches played between these two sides. Belgium, on the other hand, have managed five victories. Furthermore, Portugal have remained unbeaten against Belgium in their last five matches across all competitions. Their last defeat came in a World Cup qualifying match where they lost 3-0 in September 1989. Interestingly, this will be the first meeting between Belgium and Portugal at a major tournament (World Cup and Euros).

Belgium team news and injury updates

Belgium will be without their full-back Timothy Castagne, who has been ruled out of the ongoing European Championship after suffering a double fracture to his eye socket during their 3-0 win over Russia. Other than Castagne, Roberto Martinez will have a fully-fit squad to pick his best playing XI against a star-studded Portugal side.

Portugal team news and injury updates

Ahead of their opening encounter against Hungary, Portugal had suffered a massive blow after their full-back Joao Cancelo was ruled out of Euro 2020 having tested positive for COVID-19. Additionally, right-back Nelson Semedo is also doubtful for the round of 16 clash after he limped off in Portugal's 2-2 draw against France.

Furthermore, PSG midfielder Danilo Pereira is racing against time to be fit for the crucial encounter against Belgium.

Where to watch Belgium vs Portugal live in India?

Belgium vs Portugal UEFA Euro 2020 round of 16 match will be telecast live at 12:30 AM IST on SONY TEN 2, SONY TEN 3 and their corresponding HD TV channels in India, on Monday, June 28.

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