Belgium
Domenico Tedesco
ITDomenico Tedesco (Italian pronunciation: [doˈmeːniko teˈdesko]; born 12 September 1985) is an Italian-German professional football manager who was most recently the manager of Süper Lig club Fenerbahçe. A former youth coach at VfB Stuttgart and Hoffenheim, he made his senior breakthrough at Erzgebirge Aue in March 2017, keeping the last-placed 2. In February 2023, he became head coach of the Belgium national team. In September 2025, ten days after José Mourinho’s departure, Tedesco was appointed as the new manager of Fenerbahçe on a two-year contract, which was abrogated in April 2026. A former youth coach at VfB Stuttgart and Hoffenheim, he made his senior breakthrough at Erzgebirge Aue in March 2017, keeping the last-placed 2.
- Led Belgium to 2026 World Cup qualification
- Previously managed several Bundesliga clubs
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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 Wolfsburg goalkeeper and Belgium's reliable backup keeper. Currently plying his trade at Al-Qadsiah, a commanding presence between the posts, Koen Casteels is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Belgium. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
GK Nottingham Forest goalkeeper and Belgium's third-choice keeper. Currently plying his trade at Nottingham Forest, a commanding presence between the posts, Matz Sels is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Belgium. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. 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.
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 Al-Ittihad, 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.
DF Leicester City centre-back and a regular in Belgium's defence. Currently plying his trade at Leicester City, a dependable defender, Wout Faes combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Has earned 20 international caps. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
DF Anderlecht centre-back and Belgium's all-time most capped player. Currently plying his trade at Retired, a dependable defender, Jan Vertonghen combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Belgium's backline. Has earned 156 international caps, scoring 11 goals, making him one of the most senior figures in the squad. Born in 1987, the 39-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 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 Club Brugge, 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.
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 Manchester City, 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 Lyon midfielder and a midfield option for Belgium. Currently plying his trade at Everton, an industrious midfielder, Orel Mangala excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Belgium. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.
MF Celtic midfielder and one of Belgium's brightest young talents. Currently plying his trade at Celtic, an industrious midfielder, Arne Engels excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Belgium. Has earned 5 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. 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.
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 Belgian winger who scored in the 2016 Champions League final, known for his speed and technique. Currently plying his trade at Al-Shabab, a clinical forward, Yannick Carrasco possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Has earned 65 international caps, scoring 8 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 RB Leipzig striker and a rising force in Belgium's attack. Currently plying his trade at RB Leipzig, a clinical forward, Loïs Openda possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Has earned 20 international caps, scoring 5 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 Sevilla, 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 PSV winger and one of Belgium's most exciting young attackers. Currently plying his trade at PSV Eindhoven, a clinical forward, Johan Bakayoko possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Belgium's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 14 previous tournament appearances.