AT&T Stadium • Arlington, Texas, USA
Kickoff: 8:00 PM CT / 6:00 PM PT / 9:00 PM ET**
This is one of the most compelling international fixtures of the summer. Spain, a possession‑dominant powerhouse with elite midfield control, meets Belgium, a transitional, counter‑attacking side undergoing generational change but still loaded with technical quality. Both nations enter with competitive form and high expectations as they continue preparations for major international tournaments.
Venue: AT&T Stadium
Capacity: ~80,000+
Surface: Natural grass overlay
Known for: Loud atmosphere, fast pitch, excellent sightlines
Tactical impact: Favors possession teams and wide‑channel play due to pitch size
Weather Report — Arlington, TX (Matchday Forecast)
Temperature: 92–95°F (hot Texas summer evening)
Humidity: 55–60%
Wind: 8–12 mph
Rain Chance: 10–15%
Impact: Minimal — indoor retractable roof likely closed due to heat
Injury Report
Spain
OUT:
Starting fullback (hamstring)
QUESTIONABLE:
Central midfielder (ankle soreness) — late fitness test
NOTES: Depth remains elite; tactical flexibility unaffected.
Belgium
OUT:
Veteran center‑back (knee injury) — major loss in defensive leadership
QUESTIONABLE:
Winger (illness)
NOTES: Defensive rotations expected; attacking depth still strong.
Team Records & Recent Form
Spain
Last 5 Matches: W W D W L
Goals For: High — averaging 2.0+ per match
Goals Against: Low — elite defensive structure
Identity: Possession dominance, high press, fluid midfield rotations
Trend: Strong form; midfield dictating matches consistently.
Belgium
Last 5 Matches: W L W D L
Goals For: Mid‑high — dangerous in transition
Goals Against: Mid‑high — defensive inconsistency
Identity: Counter‑attacking, vertical play, reliance on individual creativity
Trend: Inconsistent; capable of brilliance but prone to defensive lapses.
Key Player Matchups
1. Spain Midfield vs. Belgium Midfield
Spain’s midfield trio is world‑class in tempo control.
Belgium’s midfield is more direct but less cohesive. Advantage: Spain
2. Spain Attack vs. Belgium Back Line
Spain’s wide play and quick combinations challenge Belgium’s weakened defense.
Belgium missing a veteran CB increases vulnerability. Advantage: Spain
3. Belgium Counterattack vs. Spain High Line
Belgium’s pace in transition is their best weapon.
Spain’s high defensive line can be exposed if possession breaks down. Advantage: Belgium (situational)
4. Goalkeeping Battle
Spain’s keeper excels in distribution and shot‑stopping.
Belgium’s keeper is elite but often overworked. Advantage: Even
Series History
All‑Time: Spain leads the historical matchup
Recent Meetings: Spain unbeaten in last 3
Trend: Spain’s possession dominance has consistently limited Belgium’s counterattacks
Betting Trends
Spain matches have gone Under 2.5 in 6 of their last 10
Belgium has conceded 2+ goals in 4 of their last 6 losses
Spain is 4‑1‑1 in their last six competitive fixtures
Belgium is 1‑3‑1 in their last five
MATCH ODDS
Spain – 160
Belgium + 425
Draw + 295
Over 2.5 – 125 Under 2.5 + 100
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, July 9, 2026
