All Soccer News and Updates for Topic: Belgium

Italy are on an impressive run in the UEFA Nations League (UNL) with a 100% winning record so far. After a stunning 3-1 away victory over #2 ranked France and a 2-1 win against Israel, Italy return to Rome full of confidence. Their recent dominance in this competition includes five wins from their last six matches (L1), and they’ll be aiming for a third consecutive appearance in the finals.

France and Belgium are set to clash in a highly anticipated Round of 16 match at Euro 2024. The game will take place at Merkur Spiel-Arena in Dusseldorf on Monday, with a quarter-final spot at stake. This fixture marks the 76th encounter between these neighboring nations, with France holding the upper hand in recent meetings.

Ukraine and Belgium are set for a historic first-ever encounter in a crucial Group E finale at Euro 2024. With all four teams in the group tied on three points, this match will determine who advances and potentially secures the top spot. Ukraine, participating in their fourth consecutive Euro finals, are riding high after a comeback 2-1 victory against Slovakia, showcasing their resilience and fighting spirit.

Belgium faces Romania in a crucial Group E encounter following contrasting opening match results. Belgium suffered a surprising 1-0 defeat to Slovakia, their first loss under manager Domenico Tedesco since his appointment in February 2023. Despite dominating play and having two goals disallowed by VAR, Belgium failed to score for only the second time under Tedesco's leadership.

After co-hosting in 2000, Belgium had to wait 16 years before returning to the European Championship, though this is now their third straight finals appearance with the fabled "Golden Generation" reaching the quarter-finals at the last two editions. However, a group stage exit at the 2022 World Cup proved a wake-up call, with a much younger squad selected by new manager Domenico Tedesco for his first major tournament in charge.