After a shocking and upsetting start for the Red Devils, losing to 2006 World Cup winners Italy 2-0, they will be entering this game with the aim to secure three points to keep their second round hopes alive.
Belgium was crushed by The Azzurri on Monday evening leaving many surprised by the star-studded side’s performance. Despite being ranked by FIFA as the world’s second-best country, the Red Devils failed to impress in their opening match and will be seeking to brush off their loss and bag an important win against the Irish lads.
On the other hand, Ireland Republic held Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Sweden to a 1-1 draw in their first match of this top-flight competition. However, that might not be enough to keep Martin O'Neill’s crew safe for the next stage. Ireland Republic must beat Hazard and Co. if they seek to extend their stay in France for Euro 2016.
Team news - who's fit and who's not?
Belgium will be without captain Vincent Kompany, who was ruled out of the tournament after picking up a thigh strain back in March. KV Brugge’s defender Bjorn Engels (groin) and Celtic full-back Dedryck Boyata (muscular) also missed the trip to France due to ongoing injuries.
After recovering from calf and hamstring injuries, Robbie Keane and James McCarthy will be expected to play in their second official match of Euro 2016 against Belgium. Meanwhile, Ireland Republic will be without the services of Stoke City defender Marc Wilson and Newcastle goalkeeper Robbie Elliot after they both suffered from knee injuries earlier this year.
Head to head:
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Belgium has reached three wins, one draw, and two losses in their last six games
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The most recent meeting between these two sides was in November 1997, and the Red Devils won the match 2-1
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The Green Army have scored nine goals in their last seven official appearances
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Ireland Republic has bagged only one win while drawing three and losing the other in their last five matches
Which channel is broadcasting Belgium vs Ireland Republic on TV or Online?
The Nouveau Stade de Bordeaux will be hosting this clash between the two European sides on Saturday. If you are not at the Nouveau Stade de Bordeaux to watch Belgium vs Ireland Republic, don't stress. LiveSoccerTV.com has you covered!
Here are broadcast listings to watch Belgium vs Ireland Republic live on June 18th in the following countries. If you live elsewhere, visit the match page for worldwide listings.
In Belgium at 15:00 UTC on: Sporza Live Streaming, RTBF Auvio Direct, La Une, Één
In Ireland at 14:00 UTC on: TalkSport Radio UK, RTE 2, ITV 1 UK, STV Scotland
In the UK at 14:00 BST on: ITV 1 UK, TalkSport Radio UK, STV Scotland
In Canada at 09:00 EDT on: TSN Radio 1040 | 1410 Vancouver, TSN4, TSN5, RDS 2
In the USA at 09:00 EST on: ESPN3 USA, ESPN, WATCH ESPN, ESPN Deportes TV, ESPN Deportes Radio
*Please note that all live games, TV Schedules and online streaming info are subject to change.
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