Senegal stands in Belgium's way in the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup. Belgium overcame a hesitant start to the World Cup to finish top of their group.

What happened?

Belgium finally showed a more convincing face in their last group match, albeit against a modest New Zealand team.

Why it matters for Senegal?

The success against New Zealand (5-1) allowed Belgium to finish top of Group G and secure a match against one of the top eight third-placed teams.

DateOpponentResult
2026-06-16France1-3

What comes next?

Defender Zeno Debast assured that his team would be ready to face Senegal.

Senegal has lost its last three matches, with a recent record of 2W-0D-3L (LLLWW, most recent first).