Belgium and Slovakia are set to kick off their Euro 2024 Group E campaign with a highly anticipated match at the Frankfurt Arena.
As both teams aim for a strong start in this open group, fans are eager to see the starting lineups for each side. Here's a detailed look at the predicted lineups for both teams.
Belgium's Likely XI
Goalkeeper and Defense
Belgium is expected to be without Jan Vertonghen and Arthur Theate due to injuries.
The experienced Koen Casteels will likely start in goal. The defence is set to feature Wout Faes, Axel Witsel, and Maxim De Cuyper in a three-man backline.
Midfield
In the midfield, Thomas Meunier is doubtful, so Timothy Castagne may take his place.
The central midfield will likely see Amadou Onana partnering with Orel Mangala. On the wings, Jeremy Doku and Leandro Trossard are expected to provide width and creativity.
Attack
The attacking midfield duo will likely feature Kevin De Bruyne and Leandro Trossard, who will support the lone striker, Romelu Lukaku.
Lukaku, Belgium's all-time leading scorer, will be crucial for their attacking efforts.
Predicted Belgium Starting XI: Casteels; Faes, Witsel, De Cuyper; Castagne, Mangala, Onana, Doku; Trossard, De Bruyne; Lukaku
Slovakia's Likely XI
Goalkeeper and Defense
Slovakia's goalkeeper Martin Dubravka will be the last line of defence.
In front of him, the defence will likely feature Peter Pekarik, Denis Vavro, Milan Skriniar, and David Hancko. Despite Vavro's slight thigh problem, he is expected to start.
Midfield
The midfield trio is set to include the experienced Juraj Kucka, Stanislav Lobotka, and the attacking midfielder Ondrej Duda.
Duda, the team's top scorer, will be key in transitioning play from defence to attack.
Attack
In the attacking third, Robert Bozenik will lead the line, supported by Ivan Schranz and Lukas Haraslin on the flanks.
Bozenik's goal-scoring prowess will be vital for Slovakia's hopes in the tournament.
Predicted Slovakia Starting XI: Dubravka; Pekarik, Vavro, Skriniar, Hancko; Kucka, Lobotka, Duda; Schranz, Bozenik, Haraslin
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