The Belgians earned only four points in Group 2.
Belgium lost to Israel 1-0 last Sunday, the 17th, in the sixth and final round of the Nations League group stage. Playing at home, the goal for Israel was scored by Yarden Shua in the dying minutes of the match. Explore the leading football results at football score ai.
Belgium’s campaign was disappointing. In a group with Italy, France, and Israel, the team, led by Kevin De Bruyne, delivered performances far below expectations and finished in third place with just four points. The team only earned points when they beat Israel 3-1 in their opening match at home and drew 2-2 with Italy away in the third round.
The final match was no different. The game was bleak, with very few scoring opportunities. Under thick fog, the goal came only in the 41st minute of the second half, with Yarden Shua capitalizing on a defensive error by Belgium.
With a significantly lower goal difference compared to their opponents (-8 vs -3), Israel needed to beat Belgium by two goals to avoid relegation. As a result, Israel will play in League B in the next Nations League season.
Domenico Tedesco’s team has no reason to celebrate. With the loss, they will now play in the relegation playoffs for a chance to avoid dropping to League B. And the outlook isn’t promising. Out of the 14 games they played in 2024, Belgium won four, drew four, and lost six. This is their worst year since 2009, when they were defeated in seven matches. Stay in the know with ToSport.
