Izmir:Türkiye is set to embark on a new phase in their UEFA Nations League journey as they prepare to host Belgium in Izmir on Thursday. The match marks the debut of coach Sergen Yalçin, who recently took over the team in an effort to revive their campaign and avoid direct relegation.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the Crescent-Stars are gearing up to welcome the Red Devils at the Gürsel Aksel Stadium for the penultimate match of League A Group 1. The two teams enter the game with distinct goals; while Belgium aims to secure a spot in the quarterfinals, Türkiye is focused on salvaging their campaign after losing all four of their opening matches.

Yalçin, who succeeded Italian coach Vincenzo Montella, signed a four-year contract on October 22. This match will be his first in charge of the national team, making him the 48th coach in Türkiye's history and the 27th Turkish manager to lead the team.