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Zidane to Rotate Squad Ahead of Key Nations League Match vs Belgium

By FotMob

France coach Zinedine Zidane said he will make "smart changes" to his lineup before the Nations League Group A1 match against Belgium on Monday. After three matchdays, France sits first in the group, one point ahead of Belgium. The two‑time World Cup winners have struggled with injuries and suspensions, losing Kylian Mbappé to injury and Dayot Upamecano to suspension, which has forced Zidane to rely on squad depth. He added that the changes will be made to keep the team competitive and to demonstrate that all players are involved and committed. Zidane, who replaced Didier Deschamps after the 2026 World Cup, noted that Belgium posed tactical challenges in their first encounter and that the upcoming game at the Stade de France will be a stern test. He expressed enjoyment in the tension of managing the national team and the opportunity to work with the players.