Turkey v Belgium: Confirmed starting lineups and pre-match updates for UEFA Nations League 2026-27

On November 12, 2026, Turkey will face Belgium at the Göztepe Gürsel Aksel Stadium in their fifth group-stage fixture of the UEFA Nations League 2026-27. Confirmed starting lineups and pre-match updates have been issued ahead of the encounter.

Turkiye arrive under pressure after a poor run of form since the FIFA World Cup 2026, having lost all four of their opening group-stage matches in this Nations League cycle. Sergen Yalçın’s side have produced underwhelming performances across those fixtures and will be seeking a stronger tactical approach on home soil to claim three points. The Crescent-Stars must improve on recent displays if they are to change their fortunes in the group.

Belgium have shown inconsistency in the tournament, registering two wins from their four group matches and occupying third place on the Group A points table. Mark van Bommel’s squad has already beaten Turkiye once in this Nations League cycle and will look to build on that result in Izmir.

Arda Guler is expected to carry responsibility for Turkiye after a strong run of form for Real Madrid; the 21-year-old can operate on the wings or in attacking midfield and is noted for both scoring and creating chances for teammates.

Kevin De Bruyne, aged 35, will again be central to Belgium’s plans after producing a sensational brace against Turkey during the previous international break; he is capable of controlling midfield play and contributing goals.

Even away from home, the Belgian Red Devils are projected to head into the match with confidence owing to what is described as superior squad quality.

The result in Izmir will influence the teams' positions on the Group A points table in the UEFA Nations League 2026-27 and represents both sides' fifth group-stage fixture in the competition.