2026 World Cup: Garcia praises Belgium; Thiaw on defense issues

Belgium's national team secured qualification to the Round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup after an exciting match against Senegal, where they overturned a 2-0 deficit to win 3-2 after extra time. Coach Rudi Garcia confirmed that substitutes and the team's character were crucial in the comeback, and that fighting spirit was the key to victory. Senegal's coach, Baba Thiaw, expressed his disappointment over his team's failure to manage the two-goal lead. Belgium became the first team to guarantee qualification from the group, with Lukaku and Tillemans shining in the decisive moments.