Belgium v France

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Saturday 15 Aug 2026

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21:00 Local Time

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Belfius Hockey Arena • 

Wavre, BelgiumShow on map

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The Belgium national hockey team, also known as the Red Lions, is the national men's field hockey team of Belgium. They are currently ranked number two in the world according to the International Hockey Federation (FIH). The team has had considerable success in recent years, winning their first ever Olympic medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics where they claimed the silver medal. They also have two back-to-back silver medals in the 2013 and 2017 Euro Hockey Championships, as well as a bronze medal in the 2014 World Cup. The team is led by their captain Thomas Briels and is coached by two-time Olympic gold medalist Shane McLeod. The Red Lions play their home games at the Wilrijkse Plein Stadium in Antwerp, which has a capacity of 3,500. Their passionate fan base has helped them become one of the top hockey teams in the world, and their exciting style of play continues to attract new fans globally.

The French national ice hockey team, also known as Les Bleus, has established itself as a formidable force in international ice hockey. Representing France in various competitions, the team has proven its skill and determination on the ice. They have competed in multiple IIHF World Championships and have also qualified for the Winter Olympics numerous times. Some notable players who have represented Les Bleus include Antoine Roussel, Yohann Auvitu, and Damien Fleury. The team has also received recognition for its performance, winning the bronze medal at the 1924 Winter Olympics and earning silver and bronze medals at the IIHF World Championships in 1930 and 1951 respectively. The team's home arena is the AccorHotels Arena in Paris, which has a capacity of over 15,000 spectators. With a strong lineup of talented players and a dedicated fan base, the future looks bright for the French ice hockey team.