Belgium vs Germany Prediction: A tight contest is expected

The Rugby Europe Championship clash featuring Belgium and Germany is scheduled to occur at Stade du Pachy in Waterloo. Let's provide a preview of this match and offer a prediction.

Belgium may feel disappointed with their group stage performance, falling short of reaching the semi-final stage. Despite a surprising initial victory over Portugal, their fortunes took a turn for the worse against Romania, resulting in a 33-18 defeat. Although they managed a win against Poland in their third match, they ended up tied on points with Romania, with goal difference ultimately favoring Romania for advancement. As the hosts and presumed favorites in this upcoming match, Belgium aims to showcase their best performance on home turf and secure a crucial victory.

Once again labeled as underdogs in the Rugby Europe Championship for the fourth time, Germany is optimistic about delivering a standout performance in this upcoming match. Their group stage journey saw them face challenges, failing to secure a victory against Georgia, Spain, and the Netherlands. This string of losses positioned them at the bottom of the group standings. However, as they approach this match, Germany carries with them a solitary win in their last nine encounters, secured against Poland in the third month of 2023.

Germany does not seem to be the stronger side in this matchup, and despite the close odds, there's skepticism about their ability to overcome the inconsistency displayed by Belgium. Considering their past encounters and the current form, I anticipate a significant victory for the Belgium side in this upcoming match.