Belgium beat Senegal 3-2 after a comeback from a two-goal deficit in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match in Seattle. Senegal scored twice in the first half to lead 2-0, including an early goal after a rebound following a header hit the post. Belgium struggled to find an equaliser before halftime despite creating chances.

In the second half, Belgium reduced the deficit when Romelu Lukaku scored after turning in a cross. The match then swung further as Youri Tielemans headed in a goal to level the score and force extra time. With the game deadlocked, Belgium were awarded a penalty after a VAR review. Tielemans converted the penalty in the 125th minute to secure a 3-2 win.

All reports describe Belgium’s victory as the result of late goals and a decisive penalty in extra time. Belgium advance to the World Cup Round of 16, where they are set to play next against the winner from a knockout matchup involving either USA or Bosnia and Herzegovina, depending on the tournament bracket.