The story
The Belgium national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Red Devils, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 8 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from UEFA to this expanded 48-team tournament.
A team racing against time, blending fading legends with electric new pace.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Belgium will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group G and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group G. The connection between Kevin De Bruyne and Jérémy Doku is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
Kevin De Bruyne - the clinical midfield who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Belgium are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
Belgium 
Iran Points Shared in Drama-Filled 0-0 Draw
The final whistle blew at NRG Stadium with a 0-0 scoreline. Belgium and Iran played out an absorbing contest in this Group G fixture.
Belgium 
Egypt Tense 1-1 Stalemate Between Belgium and Egypt
The final whistle blew at AT&T Stadium with a 1-1 scoreline. Belgium and Egypt played out an absorbing contest in this Group G fixture.
Belgium 
New Zealand Belgium Outclass New Zealand in 5-1 Victory
Tactical discipline and clinical finishes defined this Matchday 3 encounter. Here is how Belgium and New Zealand fought out their clash.
Belgium 
Senegal Belgium Advance with 3-2 Round of 32 Win Over Senegal
The final whistle blew at Lumen Field with a 3-2 scoreline. Belgium and Senegal played out an absorbing contest in this Round of 32 fixture.
Belgium 
United States Belgium Outclass United States in 4-1 Round of 16 Victory
The final whistle blew at Lumen Field with a 4-1 scoreline. Belgium and United States played out an absorbing contest in this Round of 16 fixture.
Spain Belgium Spain Edge Belgium 2-1 and March into the Semis
Spain converted two clear chances and survived a late Belgian reply to win 2-1 in the quarter-finals.
Italy Belgium Nations League MD3: Italy host Belgium in Rome as South American qualifiers reach fever pitch
The Azzurri clash with a transitioning Belgian side missing De Bruyne and Lukaku, while Lionel Messi returns to the Argentina camp ahead of a trip to Venezuela.
Italy Belgium International Break: UEFA Nations League MD3 brings Italy vs Belgium blockbuster as club football pauses
Tuesday across Europe: National teams assemble for Matchday 3 of the UEFA Nations League, headlined by Luciano Spalletti's resurgent Italy hosting Belgium in Rome, while Manchester City enjoy a two-week breather atop the Premier League table.
France Belgium France 4-1 Belgium: four goals in the last 13 minutes
Lukebakio, then Doue and Cherki. France scored four times in the final 13 minutes. Italy beat Turkiye 3-1 the same night.