Belgium's World Cup squad depth fuels semifinal hopes

Belgium's national team boasts one of the deepest rosters at the World Cup, featuring goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, midfielders Kevin De Bruyne and Youri Tielemans, striker Romelu Lukaku, and emerging talent Charles De Ketelaere. Coach Rudi Garcia can rotate players such as Jeremy Doku, Leandro Trossard, Nicolas Raskin and Amadou Onana without a drop in quality.

Midfielder Nicolas Raskin, 25, has been highlighted for his aggressive, box‑to‑box style, drawing comparisons to Italy’s Gennaro Gattuso. He combines tenacious tackling, high stamina and the ability to win the ball and launch vertical passes, making him a key figure in the midfield battle against Spain.