Van Bommel's new pressing already wins over Tielemans and Mechele

After a convincing 0‑2 victory over Italy, Belgium fell 0‑1 to a France B team on Monday, illustrating on one hand the success of an offensive phase and on the other the resistance of a superior opponent. This double outcome highlights the new system imposed by the manager, while leaving supporters and players enthusiastic.

Pressing and intensity at the heart of the project

Mark van Bommel has made it clear that he wants to rely on intensity, pressing and attacking football. He thus describes a very vertical style of football, where the ball is constantly carried forward and depth is sought in every phase.

Players quickly adopt the “Van Bommel‑ball”

Brandon Mechele is very positive, stating: « We play with a lot of intensity. It’s fantastic to see the effort put in by the attacking players in the press. With the ball, we also find solutions. It’s only been a week since we have been working with this coach and it already looks very good ». Youri Tielemans adds that the style requires a lot of energy but fits the football he loves: « It demands a lot of energy, but it’s football. It’s good that we offer positive football and try to go forward as much as possible ».

Reactions of the public and the staff

At the final whistle, the Belgian crowd sincerely applauded the Red Devils, showing support despite the defeat. Mark van Bommel, since his arrival, stresses the clarity of his instructions, and the quick assimilation by the players fully satisfies him.

Statistics show that France dominated Belgium, but the impact of the new system is already being felt in several areas of the game. The Red Devils therefore appear to fully embrace the project, ready to continue this momentum in the upcoming challenges.