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Belgium converts late penalty to beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time in the round of 32 at the World Cup
- On Wednesday, Youri Tielemans converted a 125th-minute penalty after a VAR review, securing a 3-2 extra-time victory for Belgium over Senegal in their World Cup round of 32 match in Seattle.
- Senegal held a 2-0 lead during regulation after goals from Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr, but Belgium forced extra time by netting twice in the final four minutes through Romelu Lukaku and Tielemans.
- A critical VAR review overturned the on-field decision, confirming Lamine Camara fouled Tielemans in the 117th minute, despite Senegal controlling much of the 90 minutes and striking the woodwork twice.
- Senegal became the fourth African side to exit in the round of 32 after South Africa, Ivory Coast, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, ending their World Cup campaign.
- Belgium now advances to face the winner of the United States versus Bosnia and Herzegovina match, with the next round scheduled for Monday in Seattle to determine their tournament path.
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Belgium eliminated Senegal in the most thrilling match of this World Cup after an epic comeback in the final minute of extra time. The second Euro-African match of the day also went to Europe after England narrowly eliminated DR Congo.
For a moment, it looked like it was going to be the prelude to an inglorious end for the Red Devils at the 2026 World Cup. Around minute 70 and trailing 0-2...
·Antwerp, Belgium
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From euphoria to disappointment in a matter of minutes. That is how it went in Deurne, where Senegalese people came together to watch the World Cup match against Belgium. "How is it possible! From 2-0 to 2-3! But that is sport. There is only one winner. Congratulations, Belgium!"
·Antwerp, Belgium
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