* Betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Free Betting Tips & Predictions for Belgium vs Wales
Wales are at risk of being relegated from the top division in the Nations League this week after only managing to pick up 1pt from their opening four group games. Belgium have the home advantage on Thursday and are the big favourites with the bookmakers to win the game and practically book their place in the knockout round as a result.
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Both Teams to Score
There is a good chance that we will be treated to goals at both ends of the pitch on Thursday night as each of the last four meetings between these two nations have ended the very same way. Both teams have scored in three of Belgium's last four outings as well as in five of Wales' last six matches, so you can see just why we're not backing either side to keep their clean sheet intact in this game.
Michy Batshuayi to Score
Without Romelu Lukaku in the squad, Michy Batshuayi will be asked to step up and score the goals for Belgium this week. The Fenerbahce striker has already scored 2-goals in this competition and joint-top scores for Belgium alongside Trossard. Batshuayi has a good record for Belgium, netting 25-goals in 45 international matches and would have scored more if had not been standing in Romelu Lukaku's shadow for the past decade.
Belgium vs Wales – Key Stats & Figures
Head to Head
11/06/22
UEFA Nations League NAL
Wales
Belgium
1
1
16/11/21
Europe - World Cup Qualifying Europe
Wales
Belgium
1
1
24/03/21
Europe - World Cup Qualifying Europe
Belgium
Wales
3
1
01/07/16
Euro 2016 Euro2020
Wales
Belgium
3
1
12/06/15
Euro 2015 Qualifying Euro
Wales
Belgium
1
0
Last Five - Belgium
19/11/23
Euro 2024 Qualifying Euro
Azerbaijan
Belgium
0
5
W
15/11/23
International Match International
Serbia
Belgium
0
1
W
13/10/23
Euro 2024 Qualifying Euro
Austria
Belgium
2
3
W
12/09/23
Euro 2024 Qualifying Euro
Estonia
Belgium
0
5
W
09/09/23
Euro 2024 Qualifying Euro
Azerbaijan
Belgium
0
1
W
Last Five - Wales
21/11/23
Euro 2024 Qualifying Euro
Turkey
Wales
1
1
D
18/11/23
Euro 2024 Qualifying Euro
Armenia
Wales
1
1
D
15/10/23
Euro 2024 Qualifying Euro
Croatia
Wales
1
2
W
11/10/23
International Match International
Gibraltar
Wales
0
4
W
11/09/23
Euro 2024 Qualifying Euro
Latvia
Wales
0
2
W
Even two wins in their last two group games might not be enough for Wales to progress
After failing to win away at Wales in June, Belgium made the trip to Poland days later and came away with all 3pts. Roberto Martinez's side are close to finishing in the top two places in Group 4, sitting 3pts behind the Netherlands and 3pts ahead of Poland with two games left to play.
Belgium Squad: Thibaut Courtois, Simon Mignolet, Koen Casteels, Matz Sels, Toby Alderweireld, Jason Denayer, Dedryck Boyata, Jan Vertonghen, Thomas Meunier, Arthur Theate, Timothy Castagne, Brandon Mechele, Wout Faes, Zeno Debast, Axel Witsel, Kevin De Bruyne, Youri Tielemans, Eden Hazard, Yannick Carrasco, Thorgan Hazard, Leandro Trossard, Leander Dendoncker,F Hans Vanaken, Amadou Onana, Alexis Saelemaekers, Charles De Ketelaere, Dries Mertens, Michy Batshuayi, Dodi Lukebakio & Loïs Openda.
Wales gave a great account of themselves in their last two Nations League games but still only managed to come away with 1pt from a possible six. After drawing at home with Belgium 1-1, Wales made the trip to the group leaders the Netherlands and ended up being involved in a 5-goal thriller. However, the scoreline finished 3-2 to the Netherlands and Wales remain on 1pt from four games and look destined to get relegated to League B.
Wales Squad: Wayne Hennessey, Danny Ward, Tom King, Chris Gunter, Connor Roberts, Ethan Ampadu, Chris Mepham, Joe Rodon, Neco Williams, Rhys Norrington-Davies, Ben Cabango, Jonny Williams, Joe Morrell, Matthew Smith, Dylan Levitt, Rubin Colwill, Sorba Thomas, Wes Burns, Jordan James, Luke Harris, Gareth Bale, Daniel James, Kieffer Moore, Tyler Roberts, Brennan Johnson, Rabbi Matondo & Mark Harris.
Team News
Belgium: Romelu Lukaku is the big name missing from the Belgium squad due to injury.
Wales: Aaron Ramsey, Joe Allen and Ben Davies are three very experienced players the visitors will be without on Thursday.
FAQ: Belgium vs Wales
- Who are the favourites to win? – Belgium are the big favourites to win.
- What was the score when these two teams last met? – Wales 1-1 Belgium.
- What time is kick-off? – 19:45 BST, 20:45 CET.
