Belgium national team manager Mark van Bommel has named his squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures in November, with five Serie A players earning a call-up. Among the notable inclusions are Napoli star Kevin De Bruyne and Milan‘s recent derby hero, Diego Moreira.
The Red Devils are set for two important matches, first travelling to face Turkiye on Thursday, November 12. They will then return home to host Italy in Brussels on Sunday, November 15.
Key Serie A Inclusions
The selection of five players from Italy’s top flight highlights their growing influence within the national team setup. Alongside De Bruyne and Moreira, Atalanta’s Charles De Ketelaere, Parma midfielder Mandela Keita, and Bologna defender Arthur Theate have also been included in the squad.
Diego Moreira, who plays for Milan, enters the international break on the back of a strong club performance. He scored and provided two assists in Milan’s impressive 3-1 derby victory over rivals Inter. This contribution underscores his current form and potential impact for the national side.
For Napoli’s Kevin De Bruyne, the call-up comes during a challenging period for his club. Napoli has experienced a difficult start to the 2026-27 season, losing seven of their first 14 competitive matches.
Nations League Context
These two Nations League encounters are crucial for Belgium’s standing in their group. As it stands, France leads the group with 10 points from four matches. Italy is in second place with seven points, while Belgium sits third with six points. Turkiye is currently at the bottom of the group with zero points.
The upcoming fixtures offer Belgium an opportunity to improve their position and challenge for the top spots in the Nations League group stage.