Belgium vs Senegal: World Cup Round of 32 Match Preview

Belgium face Senegal at Lumen Field, Seattle, on 1 July 2026 in the World Cup Round of 32. Belgium arrive as Group G leaders with 5 points and a +4 goal difference, unbeaten after three matches (W1 D2). Senegal progressed from Group I with 3 points, a +2 goal difference and a more volatile WLL record, scoring 8 and conceding 6.

Belgium Availability

Belgium have one confirmed absentee. Z. Debast (Injury) is sidelined. The defender’s absence slightly thins Roberto Martínez’s options at the back but the core of Belgium’s star names, including creative fulcrum Kevin De Bruyne and striker Romelu Lukaku, remains available for selection.

Senegal Availability

Senegal are also without a key squad member between the posts. É. Mendy (Twisted Knee) is sidelined, leaving M. Diaw and Y. Diouf competing to start in goal. In attack, Senegal’s leading contributors are all available: I. Sarr has 3 goals and 1 assist in 3 matches, while P. Gueye has added 2 goals and 1 assist from midfield.

Impact Summary

With only one absentee per side and no suspensions, both managers retain most of their attacking firepower. Senegal’s main threat continues to come from I. Sarr and P. Gueye, who have combined for 5 of their 8 group goals. Belgium, who have scored 6 in three games, are close to full strength and lose no major attacking output despite Debast’s injury.