Belgium secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over Senegal after extra time in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 on 2 July. After an evenly contested 90 minutes, the Red Devils found the decisive breakthrough during the additional period to book their place in the Round of 16.
Belgium started the knockout encounter by controlling possession and patiently building attacks through midfield. Their passing combinations and movement in the final third created several early opportunities, while Senegal remained organized defensively and threatened through quick counterattacks.
The opening half produced goals for both teams, with Belgium taking the lead before Senegal responded to level the score. The contest remained evenly balanced as both sides continued to create chances throughout regulation.
The second half followed a similar pattern, with each team finding the net once more to leave the score tied at 2-2 after 90 minutes. Neither side was able to produce a decisive breakthrough before the end of regulation, sending the match into extra time.
Belgium capitalized on its opportunity during the additional period, scoring the decisive goal to move ahead 3-2. Senegal pushed forward in search of another equalizer, but Belgium defended resolutely through the closing stages to preserve its advantage.
The victory sent Belgium into the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 after a resilient knockout performance, while Senegal exited the tournament after pushing the European side beyond normal time in an entertaining contest.
Standout Performances
• Belgium defeated Senegal 3-2 after extra time.
• The match required extra time to determine the winner.
• Belgium scored the decisive goal during the additional period.
• The contest featured five total goals.
• Belgium advanced to the FIFA World Cup Round of 16.
Turning Point
Belgium’s extra-time winner proved decisive, allowing the Red Devils to regain the lead before producing a disciplined defensive display to see out the remainder of the match.
Match Statistics
Competition: FIFA World Cup 2026
Stage: Round of 32
Date: 2 July 2026
Final Score (AET): Belgium 3-2 Senegal
Goals
• Belgium: 3
• Senegal: 2
Result
• Belgium advances to the Round of 16
Sources
• FIFA World Cup Official Match Centre
• FIFA Tournament Coverage