Belgium vs Senegal Match Preview

Match Context

Belgium face Senegal at Lumen Field in Seattle on 1 July 2026, with kick-off at 20:00 UTC in the World Cup Round of 32. Belgium arrive as Group G leaders with 5 points and a +4 goal difference (6 goals for, 2 against). Senegal progress from Group I with 3 points and a +2 goal difference, having scored 8 and conceded 6.

Belgium Availability

Belgium have one confirmed absentee. Z. Debast (Injury) is sidelined. The defender’s absence slightly reduces defensive depth, but with no other listed injuries or suspensions, Belgium’s main creative and attacking figures such as K. De Bruyne and R. Lukaku are available to start in Seattle.

Senegal Availability

Senegal also report one enforced change. É. Mendy (Twisted Knee) is sidelined, removing an experienced goalkeeping option for this knockout tie. However, key attacking contributors remain available: I. Sarr (3 goals, 1 assist in 3 matches) and P. Gueye (2 goals, 1 assist) both come into the Round of 32 in strong form, while top creator I. Ndiaye (2 assists, 1 goal) is also fit.

Impact Summary

Both sides lose one player each, but neither absence affects their primary attacking output. Belgium retain their full forward line, while Senegal’s main goal threats and leading playmaker are all available, preserving much of the 8-goal attacking punch shown in the group stage.