Youri Tielemans scored a 125th-minute penalty, the latest winning goal in World Cup history, as Belgium recovered from two goals down to eliminate Senegal in Seattle.
Tournament debutants Cape Verde secure a historic point against favourites Spain, while Belgium and Saudi Arabia also earn draws in the opening World Cup group stage fixtures.
Egypt’s 92-year wait for a maiden World Cup victory continues after Romelu Lukaku forced a late own goal to salvage a point for Belgium in their Group G opener in Seattle.
Romelu Lukaku made an immediate impact from the bench to force an own goal and earn Belgium a 1-1 draw against Egypt in their World Cup 2026 opener in Seattle.
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.
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 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.
Romelu Lukaku has finally returned to Napoli training after spending over a month in Belgium following a dispute with the club, with his agent confirming a crucial meeting with manager Antonio Conte today.
Napoli are willing to sell striker Romelu Lukaku for €20 million this summer, paving the way for a potential return to the Premier League amid the player’s ongoing fitness struggles.