Belgium have added Ameen Al-Dakhil and Michy Batshuayi to their squad ahead of their Nations League playoff against Ukraine, anticipating potential withdrawals due to injury, the Belgian Football Association confirmed on Tuesday.
Fresh Reinforcements
Al-Dakhil, 22, has already earned six international caps, including an appearance in Belgium’s last match against Israel in November. Meanwhile, Batshuayi, 32, returns to the squad after nearly a year-long absence, bringing a decade of experience at the international level.
Injury Concerns
Belgium are dealing with fitness issues in the squad, with Malick Fofana and Arthur Theate both doubtful. Fofana, who recently scored for Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1, and Theate, who was sidelined for Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga over the weekend, may miss out on selection.
Key Fixtures Ahead
Belgium will face Ukraine in Murcia, Spain, on Thursday for the first leg, before hosting the return match in Genk on Sunday.