Belgium 3-2 Senegal: FIFA World Cup 2026 Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia hailed his team’s dramatic 3-2 victory over Senegal in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 32 as a defining moment that could unite and strengthen the squad.
The Red Devils appeared destined for elimination in Seattle after falling two goals behind to Senegal, who dominated much of the match. However, late goals from record scorer Romelu Lukaku and captain Youri Tielemans forced extra time, where Tielemans secured the win with a penalty in the 125th minute.
Garcia compared the comeback to Barcelona’s 2017 UEFA Champions League turnaround against Paris Saint-Germain, calling it Belgium’s own ‘remontada’. He said, “Football is emotions; this evening we had plenty.
Senegal had taken control after an early threat from Belgium’s Leandro Trossard. Ismaila Sarr hit the post before Habib Diarra scored from Sadio Mane’s cross. Senegal doubled their lead early in the second half when Sarr beat his marker to score past Thibaut Courtois.
Belgium will next face the winners of the United States versus Bosnia and Herzegovina round-of-32 match, while Senegal have exited the tournament after losing their lead.