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Belgium set to face France with key players missing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 7:35 AM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Belgium set to face France with key players missing

Summary

Belgium's national team is preparing to face France on Monday night in a UEFA Nations League match. Mika Godts, currently with Paris Saint-Germain, is expected to start, while Leandro Trossard may also be in the lineup after making his return from injury. The team will be without key players Kevin De Bruyne and Youri Tielemans due to suspensions, opening spots in the midfield. Coach Mark Van Bommel is likely to maintain a 4-3-3 formation, possibly featuring Trossard prominently. The match takes place at a neutral venue, heightening the stakes for both teams.

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Status Watch

•Mika Godts expected to start against France
•Leandro Trossard may feature after injury
•Belgium is without Kevin De Bruyne and Youri Tielemans
•Mark Van Bommel likely to use a 4-3-3 formation
•Match set for Monday night in UEFA Nations League

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7:35 AMYahoo Sports — Belgium predicted XI v France: Mika Godts to start, Leandro Trossard to return?

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Paris Saint-Germain forward Mika Godts is expected to start against France on Monday night, whilst Leandro Trossard, who returned against Turkiye, coming off the bench, could also start against Zinéd...
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