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Belgium vs Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 Highlights: Belgium produced one of the most dramatic comebacks of the FIFA World Cup 2026, recovering from a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time in the Round of 32. The thrilling victory booked Belgium's place in the Round of 16, while Senegal's World Cup campaign came to a heartbreaking end.
Senegal looked set for a famous knockout win after taking a 2-0 lead, but Belgium refused to give up. Late goals from Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans forced extra time before Tielemans converted a dramatic stoppage-time penalty in the 125th minute to complete an unforgettable turnaround.
Belgium vs Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Details
- Match: Belgium vs Senegal
- Tournament: FIFA World Cup 2026
- Round: Round of 32
- Venue: FIFA World Cup 2026
- Result: Belgium 3-2 Senegal (After Extra Time)
- Goalscorers:
- Senegal: Habib Diarra (24'), Ismaïla Sarr (51')
- Belgium: Romelu Lukaku (86'), Youri Tielemans (89', 120+5' Pen)
Who Won Yesterday's Belgium vs Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 Match?
Belgium defeated Senegal 3-2 after extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32. After trailing 2-0, Belgium scored twice in the closing minutes before Youri Tielemans netted the winning penalty in stoppage time of extra time to send his team into the Round of 16.
First Half Highlights
- Senegal started the match with confidence and attacked from the opening whistle.
- Habib Diarra broke the deadlock in the 24th minute, giving Senegal a deserved 1-0 lead.
- Belgium struggled to create clear chances as Senegal remained solid at the back.
- Senegal carried their one-goal advantage into halftime after an impressive defensive display.
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Second Half Highlights
- Senegal doubled their lead in the 51st minute through Ismaïla Sarr, putting Belgium under huge pressure.
- Belgium responded by increasing the intensity of their attacks.
- Romelu Lukaku pulled one back in the 86th minute, giving Belgium renewed hope.
- Just three minutes later, Youri Tielemans scored a brilliant equalizer to make it 2-2.
- With neither side finding another goal in normal time, the match moved into extra time.
Extra Time Drama Seals Belgium's Victory
- Both teams created opportunities during extra time, but the defenses held firm.
- As the game looked set for a penalty shootout, Belgium earned a dramatic penalty in 120+5 minutes.
- Youri Tielemans calmly converted from the spot to complete Belgium's remarkable comeback and seal a 3-2 victory.
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Belgium Produce One of the Tournament's Biggest Comebacks
Belgium looked on the verge of elimination after falling two goals behind, but the team showed great determination and composure under pressure.
The late goals from Lukaku and Tielemans completely changed the momentum before Tielemans finished the job with one of the latest winning goals in FIFA World Cup history.
Senegal's Dream Ends in Heartbreak
Senegal were in complete control for much of the match and looked set to reach the Round of 16 for the first time since their memorable World Cup runs.
However, Belgium's late comeback denied them a historic knockout victory, bringing their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign to an emotional end.
Belgium Advance to the Round of 16
With this dramatic victory, Belgium secured a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 and gained valuable momentum ahead of the next knockout stage. After surviving one of the toughest tests of the tournament, Belgium will now aim to continue their journey toward World Cup glory.
