Kevin De Bruyne Out for Belgium's Nations League Matches

Belgium's coach Domenico Tedesco announced the squad for upcoming Nations League matches against Italy and France, with Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne sidelined due to injury. De Bruyne, who has missed the last four matches for his club, has expressed his desire to skip the upcoming international camp and the November fixtures to manage his fitness, aiming to be available for the 2026 World Cup. Tedesco confirmed that De Bruyne remains committed to the national team despite earlier comments that raised doubts about team morale. Romelu Lukaku is another high-profile absentee, as Tedesco has opted to allow him to focus on settling into his new club, Napoli. Belgium will face Italy in Rome on October 10, followed by a match against France in Brussels on October 14. Tedesco reassured that De Bruyne's leadership and experience are invaluable for Belgium's future, emphasizing the importance of his health over immediate participation.