Belgian coach Todesco stated that the team has the capability to defeat the French team

In the Round of 16 of the European Championship, Belgium will face France. During the pre-match press conference, Belgian coach Todesco stated that the team has the capability to defeat the French team.

Todesco said, "We are here to qualify. France is a strong opponent, and this is obviously an important match because it's either progress or elimination. It's a special feeling, much like how we felt after losing to Romania; since then, we haven't been able to relax. We have to stay focused, and we have all the abilities to do so."

"Should I tell you our game plan? I don't think now is the right time, but of course, we have a plan. However, we also know we need to adapt quickly. You need more than one plan; you need the ability to adapt."

"We know they might use a diamond formation in midfield; the last time they used this was in 2021, so if the opponent is adapting to us, that's a good sign. It means we haven't done too many wrong things. But it may also depend on France's own situation, regardless of who their opponent is."

"The past confrontations are deeply embedded in the players' minds. I asked the players for their views on the French team. I myself have never faced the French team. But we have a lot that can motivate us, so I won't emphasize that specifically, but it's already in their minds. We have 90 minutes of play, and we will give our all, even exceed our limits. We believe in all the players, the only issue being we can only field 11, as everyone is ready, making the decision of who sits on the bench difficult."

"It's incredible that after three games, we only scored two goals—France is the same. They won 1-0 against Austria. But that's football, not just for Belgium, but for France too."