Belgium vs Senegal: World Cup Round of 32 Preview

Belgium face Senegal at Lumen Field in Seattle on 1 July 2026 in a World Cup Round of 32 tie, with Belgium arriving as Group G winners (5 points, goal difference +4) and Senegal advancing from Group I with 3 points and a +2 goal difference.

Belgium Availability

Belgium have one confirmed absentee. Z. Debast (Injury) is sidelined. The defender’s absence slightly thins Belgium’s options at the back, but with no other injuries or suspensions reported, their key attacking figures and creators are available to support a side that scored 6 goals in their three group matches.

Senegal Availability

Senegal also report a single enforced change. É. Mendy (Twisted Knee) is sidelined, removing an experienced goalkeeping option from the squad. Outfield, there are no listed injuries or suspensions, meaning attacking leaders remain in contention: I. Sarr (3 goals, 1 assist) and P. Gueye (2 goals, 1 assist) are both available, as is chief creator I. Ndiaye (2 assists, 1 goal).

Impact Summary

Both teams lose depth in defensive areas rather than in their primary attacking units. Belgium’s back line must adjust without Debast, while Senegal rely on alternative goalkeepers in the absence of Mendy. Overall attacking output should remain largely intact, with Senegal’s in-form midfield and Belgium’s proven scorers set to define the contest.