Belgium is amazing FIFA World Cup The comeback in 2026 against Senegal featured late goals and huge VAR decisions. Before the Red Devils pulled off one of the biggest changes in international football history, striker Romelu Lukaku was forced to step in and separate his two teammates during the controversial match.Trailing 0-2 until the 86th minute of their Round of 32 match in Seattle, Belgium looked doomed. Frustration grew between the players, with captain Youri Tielemans and Leandro Trossard having a lively exchange before Lukaku intervened.Amazingly, the three players at the center of the action combined to record Belgium’s most memorable escape.
Before the peacemaker Lukaku was greatly revived in Belgium
Senegal had dominated the competition and looked good after goals in the first half and early in the second half put them in control. After Belgium’s hopes were over, emotions were lost, which led to Lukaku separating Tielemans and Trossard before the situation.Moments later, the experienced striker hit back and pulled one back in the 86th minute.Three minutes later, Trossard delivered a hilarious cross into the penalty area, as Tielemans stepped up to equalize and force extra time, completing a stunning turnaround.
VAR game and a great winner
Belgium completed a stunning comeback in extra time. With the threat looming, Lamine Camara brought down Tielemans in the area. After a lengthy VAR review, the referee pointed to the spot despite the fury of the Senegalese players, who delayed the restart by circling the penalty area.After nearly seven minutes of play, Tielemans slotted his penalty into the top corner in the 125th minute – the latest goal in FIFA World Cup history – to seal a stunning 3-2 victory.The victory also made Belgium the second team in the last 11 FIFA World Cups to return to a two-goal advantage in the knockout stages, matching their famous return to Japan in 2018. The Red Devils will now face the United States in the Round of 16 as confidence increases after one of the most impressive victories of the tournament.
