Italy vs Belgium Nations League Predictions & Betting Tips

The Stadio Olimpico hosts Italy vs Belgium in Matchday 3 of the Nations League this Thursday 10th October. Italy look to continue their perfect start to the group with another win, while their opponents look to secure a win to go level on points with the hosts.

Continue reading below for everything you need to know, including top tips and predictions for the match.

Italy

Luciano Spalletti’s side has enjoyed a perfect start to their Nations League campaign, with victories over France and Israel in their first two games.

Despite going 1-0 down in the first minute against France, this was a simple blip that went on to be no cause of concern. Both matches saw Inter Milan’s Davide Frattesi have the ball in the back of the net.

An impressive record on home soil has seen Italy win six of their last seven, with their last defeat coming back in March 2023 against England. They are also in action on Thursday, read my predictions and tips for England vs Greece here!

Belgium

After a confident win in their first match against Israel, the Red Devils went into their next match against France with confidence. A brace from Kevin De Bruyne and a strike from Youri Tielemans saw the side win 3-1 back on Matchday 1.

However, a defeat to France followed on Matchday 2, leaving Domenico Tedesco’s side with just three points and sitting in third place in their group table.

Belgium’s away record is not strong. They are winless in their last five. The last time the side won away from home was back in the qualification phases for the European Championships.

Match details

Italy vs Belgium History

In the last five meetings between the sides, it is Italy who have the upper hand having won four, while Belgium have won one. 

The Red Devils’ sole win came back in 2015 in a friendly match. Their most recent result was a 2-0 loss in the 2021 Nations League.

The two sides will meet again in November as part of this year’s campaign.

ITA vs BEL Betting Tips

With the home form of Italy being so consistent and strong, I am backing Spalletti’s side to come out on top in this match, with Belgium getting a goal on the board.

• Italy to Win @ 9/10 with bet365.
• Leandro Trossard to Score anytime @ 4/1 with bet365.

These odds are provided by bet365 and are correct at the time of publishing (7/10/2024).

Expected Line-ups