Belgium
Belgium (BEL) have been drawn in Group G for the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Egypt, IR Iran, New Zealand. Head coach Rudi Garcia leads the squad. Ranked #4 by FIFA, the team have made 14 World Cup appearance(s). Their opening match is on July 1 against Senegal at Lumen Field, Seattle, WA.
Rudi Garcia
FRRudi José Garcia (French pronunciation: [ʁydi gaʁsja]; Spanish pronunciation: [ˈruði ɣaɾˈθi.a]; born 20 February 1964) is a French professional football manager and former player who is currently the head coach of the Belgian national team. Garcia began his professional career with Lille, and went on to have stints with multiple other French sides. As a manager, he has coached clubs including Lille, Roma, Marseille, Lyon, Al Nassr, and Napoli. Garcia was named the head coach of Belgium in 2025.
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GK Real Madrid goalkeeper and 2022 Champions League Final MVP. Currently plying his trade at Real Madrid, a commanding presence between the posts, Thibaut Courtois is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Belgium. Has earned 105 international caps, making him one of the most experienced goalkeepers in the squad. Born in 1992, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
GK Young Belgian goalkeeper on loan at Racing Strasbourg from Chelsea. Quick reflexes and excellent distribution mark him as a future star between the posts for Belgium.
GK Currently plying his trade at Manchester United, a commanding presence between the posts, Senne Lammens is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Belgium. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances. Currently plying his trade at Manchester United, a commanding presence between the posts, Senne Lammens is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Belgium. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
DF Sporting CP centre-back and one of Belgium's youngest defenders. Currently plying his trade at Sporting CP, a dependable defender, Zeno Debast combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Born in 2003, the 22-year-old is already making waves at the international level, with an exciting career ahead. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
DF Rennes centre-back and an emerging leader in Belgium's defence. Currently plying his trade at Eintracht Frankfurt, a dependable defender, Arthur Theate combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Has earned 18 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
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Standard Liège defender and a young DR Congo international. Currently plying his trade at Lille, a dependable defender, Nathan Ngoy combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Has earned 3 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
DF Trabzonspor right-back and an experienced Belgian full-back. Currently plying his trade at Lille, a dependable defender, Thomas Meunier combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Has earned 65 international caps, scoring 7 goals, building significant international experience. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
DF Fulham right-back and a Belgian international. Currently plying his trade at Fulham, a dependable defender, Timothy Castagne combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Has earned 40 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
DF Club Brugge left-back and Belgium's new option on the left flank. Currently plying his trade at Brighton, a dependable defender, Maxim De Cuyper combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Has earned 10 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
DF Currently plying his trade at Girona, a dependable defender, Axel Witsel combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances. Currently plying his trade at Girona, a dependable defender, Axel Witsel combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
DF Club Brugge captain and one of the most consistent centre-backs in the Belgian Pro League. Experienced, aerially dominant and positionally astute, he anchors the defence.
DF Currently plying his trade at Club Brugge, a dependable defender, Joaquin Seys combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances. Currently plying his trade at Club Brugge, a dependable defender, Joaquin Seys combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
DF Currently plying his trade at AC Milan, a dependable defender, Koni De Winter combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances. Currently plying his trade at AC Milan, a dependable defender, Koni De Winter combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
MF Aston Villa midfielder and Belgium's technically gifted midfield anchor. Currently plying his trade at Aston Villa, an industrious midfielder, Youri Tielemans excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Belgium. Has earned 70 international caps, scoring 10 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
MF Manchester City's creative heartbeat and one of the best playmakers of his generation. Currently plying his trade at Napoli, an industrious midfielder, Kevin De Bruyne excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Belgium. Has earned 108 international caps, scoring 30 goals, making him one of the most senior figures in the squad. Born in 1991, the 34-year-old veteran continues to compete at the highest level, bringing invaluable experience and professionalism. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
MF Aston Villa midfielder and Belgium's midfield powerhouse. Currently plying his trade at Aston Villa, an industrious midfielder, Amadou Onana excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Belgium. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
MF Club Brugge midfield maestro and two-time Belgian Golden Shoe winner. Technically gifted with outstanding vision and a knack for arriving in dangerous positions, he is one of the Belgian league's finest.
MF Currently plying his trade at Rangers, an industrious midfielder, Nicolas Raskin excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Belgium. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances. Currently plying his trade at Rangers, an industrious midfielder, Nicolas Raskin excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Belgium. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
FW Napoli striker and Belgium's all-time top scorer. Currently plying his trade at Napoli, a clinical forward, Romelu Lukaku possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Has earned 120 international caps, scoring 85 goals — a remarkable scoring rate. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
FW Arsenal forward and a versatile attacker for Belgium. Currently plying his trade at Arsenal, a clinical forward, Leandro Trossard possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Has earned 55 international caps, scoring 10 goals. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
FW Manchester City winger and Belgium's next-generation star. Currently plying his trade at Manchester City, a clinical forward, Jérémy Doku possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 4 goals. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
FW Atalanta forward and an emerging star in Belgium's attack. Currently plying his trade at Atalanta, a clinical forward, Charles De Ketelaere possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
FW Sevilla forward and a versatile option for Belgium's attack. Currently plying his trade at Benfica, a clinical forward, Dodi Lukebakio possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Has earned 12 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
FW Currently plying his trade at AC Milan, a clinical forward, Alexis Saelemaekers possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances. Currently plying his trade at AC Milan, a clinical forward, Alexis Saelemaekers possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
FW Portuguese-born Belgian forward with blistering pace and exceptional dribbling ability. On loan at Racing Strasbourg from Chelsea, he has shown enormous potential in Ligue 1.
FW Currently plying his trade at Lille, a clinical forward, Matias Fernandez-Pardo possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances. Currently plying his trade at Lille, a clinical forward, Matias Fernandez-Pardo possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
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FAQ
- What group is Belgium in at the 2026 World Cup?
- Belgium are in Group G alongside Egypt, IR Iran, New Zealand.
- Who is the head coach of Belgium?
- The head coach of Belgium is Rudi Garcia.
- When is Belgium's first World Cup match?
- July 1, 2026 against Senegal at Lumen Field.
- What is Belgium's best World Cup finish?
- Belgium's best result is Third place, with 14 total appearances.