Belgium advance to the FIFA World Cup 2026 last 16 after a 3-2 extra-time win over Senegal in Seattle. Senegal takes control early and is reported to lead 2-0 before Belgium respond late in the match. Multiple outlets describe Belgium scoring twice in the closing stages to level the game and force extra time. In the additional period, Belgium complete the turnaround with a further goal that brings the match to 3-2.
Several reports focus on a decisive late penalty scored by Youri Tielemans. The BBC and Al Jazeera describe the penalty as arriving in stoppage time of extra time and include a reference to a VAR review before the spot kick is awarded. Together, the accounts depict a match where Belgium overturn a two-goal deficit and seal progression to the Round of 16, ending Senegal’s tournament run at the same stage.
