Belgium stunned Senegal on Wednesday night in Atlanta in the World Cup 2026 round of 16. Belgium won its place in the round of 16 after a crazy finish and a thrilling extra time (3-2).

What happened?

The Lions of Teranga had long held the qualification for the round of 16, rewarded for their dominance with goals from Habib Diarra (25th) and Ismaïla Sarr (51st).

Why it matters for Belgium

An advantage that was however reduced to nothing in the money time, on Belgian achievements by Lukaku (86th) and Tielemans (89th). Thus pushed to extra time, the two teams finally settled on a cruel penalty conceded by Senegal and converted by the ruthless Tielemans.

What's next?

Belgium is now waiting for the identity of its next opponent on the road to the quarterfinals. Either the United States or Bosnia and Herzegovina.

DateOpponentResult
2026-06-21Iran0-0

Belgium is currently in form, with 3 wins and 2 draws in its last 5 matches. Belgium's next match will be on 2026-09-25 against Italy.