Belgian disappointment: the Red Devils lose 0-1 to the Blues

The Red Devils were beaten 0-1 by the Blues in Brussels on Monday 28 September 2026, during the second group match of the UEFA Nations League. This defeat jeopardises their qualification chances and elicits mixed reactions on RTL Sports' microphone.

Player Reactions

Nathan Ngoy expressed his disappointment, stating: “We are very disappointed because we had every chance to win this match.” He added that the team conceded due to a lapse in concentration and that lessons must be learned. He recalled that a return leg will take place in a few days at the Stade de France.

Roméo Lavia highlighted that the Devils were very close to the result, but that the coach remains very positive. He said he was proud of the exceptional atmosphere and the support from the crowd that pushed them to the end. He concluded by stating he was happy to return with the Devils and look to the future.

The goal was scored by Olise, who, according to the headline, “crucified” Belgium at home. Brandon Mechele praised Lavia’s play, describing him as a “6” who thinks forward and a pitbull, and said it was enjoyable to play with such a teammate. The Brussels native criticised the concession of the goal, judging that a draw would have been more logical, while acknowledging Olise’s individual class as decisive.

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Tactical Analysis and Coaching

Tactically, the Devils showed reactivity, as Mechele notes: “Our block was a little lower than in Italy, but we were dangerous when we pressed at the right moment.” He emphasized the importance of synchronized pressing to create spaces.

The Devils’ manager, Van Bommel, praised a player, stating “He was fantastic.” Mechele described the week as “great,” noting that everyone understands the coach’s instructions and that the enjoyable football is the one he wants. Youri Tielemans recalled that the team had created chances on the counter‑attack and in combinations, noting that in Rome a chance had been realised whereas in Brussels it had not.

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In the published photos, Dodi Lukebakio and Romelu Lukaku, two Belgian players, appear after the match between the Red Devils and France. The shot was taken on Monday 28 September 2026 in Brussels, during the second group match of the UEFA Nations League.