Belgium comes from behind to beat Senegal 3-2, advances to Round of 16

Belgium secured a thrilling 3-2 extra-time victory over Senegal to progress to the Round of 16 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Belgian men's national football team relied on a stellar performance from Youri Tielemans, who netted multiple goals, including the decisive penalty.

Senegal had initially taken a commanding 2-0 lead in the match, with goals from Habib Diarra in the 24th minute and Ismaïla Sarr extending their advantage in the second half. However, Belgium mounted a significant comeback in the latter stages of the game.

Tielemans' brace, including a crucial penalty, turned the tide for Belgium. The team, which advanced as the top seed from Group G with one win and two draws, extended its unbeaten streak in the tournament. Belgium's best World Cup performance to date was a third-place finish in the 2018 Russia tournament.

Belgium now awaits the winner of the match between the United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina, scheduled to be played later. Senegal, whose best World Cup finish was eighth in 2002, was eliminated after finishing third in Group I.