In the 2026 FIFA World Cup round‑of‑32 in Seattle, Belgium trailed Senegal 2‑0 after a first‑half goal by Ismaïla Sarr and a second‑half strike from Habib Diarra. Late in regular time the Red Devils rallied, with Romelu Lukaku heading in the 86th minute and Youri Tielemans equalising with a header three minutes later, forcing extra time. After a tense extra‑time period, Tielemans converted a 12‑yard penalty in the 120+5 minute, giving Belgium a 3‑2 victory and a place in the round of 16, where they will meet the United States.
Tielemans’ performance was pivotal: “Youri Tielemans scored twice, including the decisive penalty,” the match report noted. The comeback highlighted Belgium’s resilience after a period of dominance by Senegal’s high‑pressing attack.