Belgium overturns 2-0 deficit to defeat Senegal in World Cup round of 32

In Seattle, Belgium staged the tournament’s biggest comeback to date, erasing a 2‑0 deficit against Senegal to win 3‑2 after extra‑time. Romelu Lukaku sparked the revival with a late equaliser in the 86th minute, and Youri Tielemans completed the turnaround, converting a penalty in the 125th minute – the latest goal ever recorded in a World Cup match.

Tielemans said, “Being part of this comeback is a proud moment because I scored the last two goals to give the team the win today.” Belgium’s win sends them to the round of 16 where they will face the United States. The match featured controversy over the penalty decision, which Senegal’s coach Pape Thiaw declined to comment on, citing differing interpretations of the referee’s call.