Belgium and Slovakia enter the Euro 2024 party on Monday, when Group E play begins.
Belgium’s “Golden Generation” was marred by a disappointing first-round exit from the most recent World Cup in Qatar, but, with several new faces in the team and some new energy, they look like a revitalized team and have been undefeated since the Coach Domenico Tedesco took over in February last year.
They may be flying under the radar in Germany and no longer among the pre-tournament favorites in many people’s eyes, but they certainly have an outward shout.
Tedesco’s team topped their Euro 2024 qualifying group and will look to extend their 15-game unbeaten streak when they take on the lowest-ranked team in their group in Slovakia.
The Slovaks finished second in their Euro 2024 qualifying group behind Portugal to reach Germany, and go into Monday’s clash on a high after thrashing San Marino and Wales 4-0 in their pre-tournament friendlies.
What time is the start of Belgium vs Slovakia?
This Euro 2024 match starts in 6:00 pm local time on Monday, June 17 in Frankfurt, Germany.
Here’s how that time translates across all North American time zones:
| Date | Start time | |
| Eastern Time | Monday June 17 | 12:00 pm |
| core time | Monday June 17 | 11am |
| mountain time | Monday June 17 | 10:00 am |
| Pacific Time | Monday June 17 | 9am |
| Alaska DT | Monday June 17 | 8:00 am |
| Hawaii DT | Monday June 17 | 6:00 am |
Belgium vs Slovakia Live Stream, TV Channel
- TV Channel (USA): FOX Sports 1
- Transmission (US): fuboFOX Sports App/Website, Sling TV
- Television channel (Canada): Sports TVA, TSN 1, TSN 4
- Transmission (Canada): TVA+, TVA app/website
USA: Belgium vs. Slovakia will be televised in the United States on Fox Sports Network. The game is available to stream on fubo which is currently offering a FREE seven-day trial. Sling TV offers an alternative streaming option.
Radio coverage of the match can be followed on SiriusXM FC.
Canada: Euro 2024 matches can be watched in Canada on the respective TSN television channel and live streaming services. TVA will also broadcast the game.
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Belgium team lineups and news vs. Slovakia
Pillars of the Golden Generation Danger of Eden and Toby Alderweireld He is no longer part of the Belgian team, while the Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois He was not included in the 26-player Euro 2024 squad due to injury.
Belgium will be left without the services of an experienced defender Jan Vertonghen and Arturo Theate for their first group match due to injury, while fellow defender Thomas Meunier It is also an important doubt.
The Red Devils are likely to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation on Monday, with Koen Castels He was expected to get the nod between the sticks.
The country’s all-time leading scorer, Romelu Lukakuwill likely lead the line, with more offensive support coming from Manchester City’s J duo.eremy doku and Kevin De Bruyneas well as that of Arsenal Leandro Trossard.
Back injuries mean Axel Witsel will act as an improvised central defender, while Everton Amadou Onana must be joined by Orel Mangala in the middle of the park.
Belgium Projected Starting Lineup (3-4-2-1): Casteels (GK) – Faes, Witsel, De Cuyper – Castagne, Mangala, Onana, Doku – Trossard, De Bruyne – Lukaku.
Central Slovakia Denis Vavro He is a doubt ahead of his first match at Euro 2024 as he suffers from a slight thigh problem, but is expected to be fine to play with his team on Monday.
Despite recent injury concerns, Juraj Kucká should also be able to appear in the middle of the park, while Robert Bozenikwho has seven goals with his team, will lead his attack.
In the back, Milan Skriniar headlines as one of the best defenders in all of Europe, while David Hanko He has been one of the most outstanding defenders in the Erepisie in recent times and here he will be a sure starter at left back.
Slovakia Projected Starting Lineup (4-3-3): Dubravka (GK) — Pekarik, Vavro, Skriniar, Hancko — Kucka, Lobotka, Duda — Schranz, Bozenik, Haraslin
Belgium vs Slovakia Prediction
- Score prediction: Belgium 2-1 Slovakia
Despite being blessed with a lot of talent in its “Golden Generation”, Belgium has more often than not flattered itself by cheating in major tournaments. However, it would still be a big surprise if they were unable to open their Euro 2024 campaign with a victory given their superior attacking quality, although Slovakia are certainly capable of making this a tough contest.
