Belgium enter the 2026 World Cup with an unclear ceiling and floor, as the squad boasts a mix of aging, elite talent and young dynamic players. A deep run could be in play, but so could an early exit. Here’s a full preview of Belgium’s national team, including predictions, betting odds, key players and more.
World Cup History
- 15 appearances
- Best finish: Third Place
- FIFA Rank: #9
- 2026 Group: G
Belgiumʼs best finish came in 2018, when they took third place. The 2026 team is trying to bridge the end of the golden generation with a new wave. Belgium still has elite names, but the tournament now feels more like a reset than a peak.
Group Stage Matches
- Belgium vs. Egypt: June 15, 3:00PM ET
- Belgium vs. Iran: June 21, 3:00PM ET
- Belgium vs. New Zealand: June 26, 11:00PM ET
Major Storylines, Predictions
Belgium should be favored in Group G, but Egypt and Iran are dangerous opponents. Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku remain the headline names. How Belgium balances older stars with newer energy may decide whether this is a smooth group-stage run or a tense one. Assuming they advance, they have the offense weapons to make some noise in the Knockout Stage.
Soccer Analyst’s Prediction: Belgium bounces back after a disappointing 2022 campaign, making a quarter-finals appearance.
Belgium 2026 World Cup Squad
Key Players
- Kevin De Bruyne | Midfielder | Napoli
- Jeremy Doku | Winger | Manchester City
- Thibaut Courtois | Goalkeeper | Real Madrid
- Romelu Lukaku | Forward | Napoli
Belgium 2026 World Cup Odds
- To Win The World Cup: +4000
- Projected Top Goalscorer: Romelu Lukaku (+175)
- To Win Group G: -220
- To Reach Semi-final: +500
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