Belgium vs Wales, FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, Today Match Prediction

Belgium vs Wales Match Prediction & Analysis

Belgium, currently fourth in Group J with one draw, faces group leaders Wales (seven points from three games) at the King Baudouin Stadium. Despite a shaky start, drawing 1-1 with North Macedonia, the Red Devils are strong favorites, especially with two games in hand to close the six-point gap. 

Belgium boasts a strong home record, while Wales is unbeaten in nine overall and four away (though three draws). However, Wales is winless in their last four against Belgium (2 draws, 2 losses). While Belgium seeks to assert dominance and climb the table, Wales will aim to maintain their surprising lead. A closely contested match is expected.

TEAMS PREVIEW

Belgium Preview

Belgium's national team, "De Rode Duivels," are in a concerning slump under Rudi Garcia. They managed a 1-1 draw against North Macedonia in their opener, despite being strong favorites and letting a lead slip late. 

This extends their poor form, with only one win, two draws, and five losses in their last eight games. Their home record is also faltering, with two defeats in their last three. Romelu Lukaku, while prolific for Napoli, hasn't translated that form to the national team. 

Key player Kevin De Bruyne was substituted early due to injury concerns, and Thibaut Courtois is sidelined. Belgian media are highly critical of the team's underperformance given their talent. 

Belgium probable starting lineup: Sels (Gk); Meunier, Faes, Debast, De Cuyper; De Bruyne, Onana, Tielemans; De Ketelaere, Lukaku, Doku

Wales Preview

Wales enters their clash with Belgium on an impressive nine-game unbeaten streak, including five wins. While their last victory came against FIFA's 205th-ranked Liechtenstein (3-0), they've scored 11 goals and conceded just three in their last four outings. 

Tottenham's Brennan Johnson is a key player, coming off a strong club season. Despite a recent struggle for away wins (five draws in seven), coach Craig Bellamy is confident. 

They also welcome back Harry Wilson and Ethan Ampadu from injury. Wales' consistent form, including promotion in the Nations League, makes them a formidable opponent for Belgium. 

Wales probable starting lineup: Darlow; Roberts, Rodon, Davies, Williams; Ampadu, Sheehan; Johnson, Wilson, Thomas; Moore