Belgium vs Iran: Starting XIs Confirmed for 2026 World Cup Showdown
Belgium coach names a star-studded line-up featuring Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku, while Iran relies on Mehdi Taremi in this crucial World Cup fixture.
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Belgium World Cup 2026 Squad: De Bruyne, Lukaku and Garcia’s New-Look Red Devils
Coach Rudi Garcia has finalized Belgium’s 26-player squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, combining established stars Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Thibaut Courtois with rising prospects Maxim De Cuyper and Matias Fernandez-Pardo. The selection represents a strategic transition for the Red Devils as they prepare for the expanded tournament across Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Champions League Winner Divock Origi Retires From Football at 31
Belgian striker Divock Origi has officially ended his playing career at age 31, closing a decorated chapter that included Champions League glory with Liverpool and World Cup appearances for Belgium.
Lukaku Ends Goal Drought as Belgium Beat Croatia in World Cup Warm-up
Romelu Lukaku ended his long wait for an international goal as Belgium defeated Croatia 2-0 in a friendly match. The Napoli striker scored his 90th goal for his country ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Romelu Lukaku Confirms Napoli Stay Until 2027 Amid Fitness Row
Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku has ended speculation about his future by confirming he will honour the final year of his Napoli contract, despite recent tensions over his unauthorised training camp in Belgium during the March international break.
Belgium Defender Thomas Meunier to Exit Lille This Summer
Belgium international Thomas Meunier will leave Lille OSC when his contract expires this summer. The 34-year-old defender is now free to discuss terms with new clubs.
Borussia Dortmund Agree Terms with Diego Moreira in Potential Club-Record Deal
Borussia Dortmund have reached a verbal agreement with Belgian winger Diego Moreira over personal terms. The Bundesliga giants must now negotiate a club-record fee with RC Strasbourg to seal the transfer.
Lukaku Earns Shock Belgium World Cup Call-Up Despite Injury-Hit Napoli Season
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia has named Romelu Lukaku in his World Cup squad despite the veteran striker managing just one hour of competitive football this season due to a hamstring injury.