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Belgium Stuns Senegal With Last-Minute Comeback to Reach World Cup Round of 16

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First reported by Ynet · 3 hours ago

What happened

Belgium overcame a 2-0 deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 in extra time at the 2026 World Cup, advancing to the Round of 16 with Youri Tielemans scoring the winning penalty in the 120th minute.

  • 01Belgium came back from 2-0 down to beat Senegal 3-2 after extra time.
  • 02Youri Tielemans scored twice, including a decisive penalty in the 120th minute.
  • 03Romelu Lukaku and a Villa midfielder scored late goals to force extra time.
  • 04Senegal led with goals by Diarra and Sarr before Belgium’s comeback.
  • 05Belgium’s experienced stars De Bruyne, Lukaku, and Courtois played their fourth World Cup.
  • 06Coach Rudi Garcia named Tielemans captain, who responded with a standout performance.

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N12Center · Hebrew3 hours ago
Belgium Stuns Senegal With Last-Minute Comeback to Reach World Cup Round of 16
MakoCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Belgium Stuns Senegal With Last-Minute Comeback to Reach World Cup Round of 16
YnetCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Yuri Tielemans Scores Late Penalty to Send Belgium to World Cup Round of 16

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