Team Overview
Belgium's celebrated 'golden generation' is evolving rather than fading. After a disappointing group-stage exit at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, the Red Devils have rebuilt under manager Domenico Tedesco, blending experienced stars with an exciting new wave of talent. Belgium qualified comfortably for the 2026 tournament.
Kevin De Bruyne remains the creative heartbeat, while Jérémy Doku and Loïs Openda have injected blistering pace into the attack. Romelu Lukaku, Belgium's all-time leading scorer, continues to be a potent option up front. The squad's depth across all positions keeps Belgium among Europe's elite.
Drawn into Group G alongside Egypt, Iran, and New Zealand, Belgium are clear favorites to top the group. They will be desperate to prove that their 2022 failure was an anomaly and mount a serious knockout-stage run.
Key Players
Kevin De Bruyne
Midfielder
Manchester City
Jérémy Doku
Winger
Manchester City
Romelu Lukaku
Forward
Napoli
Loïs Openda
Forward
RB Leipzig
Amadou Onana
Midfielder
Aston Villa
Tipping Culture Back Home
Service charges are included in Belgian prices by law. Rounding up the bill or leaving 5–10% for exceptional service is a kind gesture, but never obligatory.
- Belgian restaurant prices include service and VAT—there is no expectation to tip on top.
- Leaving 1–2 euros in a café or rounding up at a bar is common for friendly service.
- At upscale restaurants, 5–10% on top for outstanding service is considered generous.
- Taxi drivers appreciate rounding up to the nearest euro.
- Hotel porters may receive €1–2 per bag, though it is not expected.
World Cup History
- Best finish: 3rd place in 2018 (semifinalists in Russia)
- Belgium have appeared in 14 World Cup tournaments
- The 2018 'golden generation' squad reached #1 in the FIFA rankings
- Belgium's 2022 campaign ended in a shock group-stage exit despite a star-studded squad
- Historically strong in European competition, co-hosting Euro 2000 with the Netherlands
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