Belgium vs Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 Highlights: Key Moments & Match Summary

Belgium secured a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after an incredible 3-2 comeback win over Senegal.

They were trailing 2-0 with only a few minutes left in normal time, but scored twice late in the second half to force extra time. Youri Tielemans then kept his cool and converted a controversial penalty in the 125th minute to seal a dramatic victory.

Senegal were certainly devastated with this brutal result, as they were earlier cruising to victory with a strong lead on the board.

In this article, we will take a look at the highlights of this clash, so that you can understand how Belgium shocked Senegal in a thriller. Let’s first take a quick overview of the match below.

Belgium vs Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Summary

Youri Tielemans scored a penalty deep into extra time as Belgium came from two goals behind to beat Senegal in a thrilling FIFA World Cup Round of 32 clash.

Belgium looked set for an early exit as Senegal held a 2-0 lead with only a few minutes left in normal time. However, substitute Romelu Lukaku gave his side hope by turning in Thomas Meunier's cross.

Just moments later, Belgium found the equaliser. Mory Diaw failed to deal with Leandro Trossard's cross, allowing captain Youri Tielemans to head home and make it 2-2, sending the match into extra time.

Belgium's comeback left Senegal stunned after Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr had given their side a deserved 2-0 lead.

After fighting back to force extra time, Belgium completed the turnaround in the 125th minute. Youri Tielemans stepped up and calmly converted the penalty into the top corner, sealing a dramatic victory for his team.

Belgium vs Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Result

• Final Result: Belgium 3-2 Senegal

Belgium vs Senegal FIFA World Cup 2026: Goals and Key Moments

• Habib Diarra gave Senegal the lead.
• Ismaila Sarr doubled Senegal's advantage early in the second half.
• Romelu Lukaku scored late to bring Belgium back into the game.
• Youri Tielemans equalised minutes later to force extra time.
• Belgium were awarded a late penalty after a VAR review.
• Tielemans converted the penalty to seal a dramatic 3-2 win for Belgium.

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