Belgium vs Turkey
Belgium vs Turkey preview
Belgium vs Turkey pits Belgium (FIFA #8) against Turkey (#25) in Group K on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at AT&T Stadium. Belgium go in as the favoured side on FIFA Ranking alone, but Turkey have 3rd place (2002) as their World Cup high-water mark.
AT&T Stadium (capacity 80,000) is the retractable-roof home of the Dallas Cowboys (NFL). It sits 130m above sea level in Dallas (Arlington). June/July temperatures in Dallas average a high of 35°C and a low of 23°C — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Belgium have appeared at 14 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: Group, 3rd, QF, Group, R16). Turkey have appeared at 3 World Cups (last five: DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Belgium vs Turkey — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Belgium | Turkey |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #8 | #25 |
| Confederation | UEFA | UEFA |
| WC appearances | 14 | 3 |
| Best WC finish | 3rd place (2018) | 3rd place (2002) |
| Last 5 WCs | Group, 3rd, QF, Group, R16 | DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ, DNQ |
| Captain | Kevin De Bruyne | Hakan Çalhanoğlu |
| Manager | Rudi Garcia | Vincenzo Montella |
| Players to watch | Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Jérémy Doku | Arda Güler, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, Kenan Yıldız |
Get live Belgium vs Turkey data
// Fetch live data for Belgium vs Turkey
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-23',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Belgium vs Turkey at the 2026 World Cup?
Belgium vs Turkey is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 2026, kicking off at Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 UTC at AT&T Stadium, Dallas (Arlington).
What stage is Belgium vs Turkey?
Belgium vs Turkey is a Group Stage fixture in Group K at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Belgium vs Turkey?
AT&T Stadium (capacity 80,000, opened 2009, retractable roof, natural grass (laid over turf)) in Dallas (Arlington) hosts Belgium vs Turkey.
Who is favoured to win Belgium vs Turkey?
Belgium go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #8, with Turkey ranked #25. Belgium's best World Cup finish is 3rd place (2018); Turkey's is 3rd place (2002). Live odds for Belgium vs Turkey are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Belgium vs Turkey?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Belgium vs Turkey in my timezone?
Belgium vs Turkey kicks off at Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Belgium vs Turkey stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-23) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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