Seattle, July 1 -- Belgium produced one of the most dramatic comebacks of the FIFA World Cup 2026, recovering from a two-goal deficit to defeat Senegal 3-2 after extra time in a thrilling Round of 32 clash. A nerveless 125th-minute penalty from Youri Tielemans sealed the victory for the Red Devils, sending them into the last 16 after an extraordinary contest.

The match marked the first-ever meeting between the two nations, with Senegal carrying the greater early threat. After an initial test by Belgium's Leandro Trossard, the Lions of Teranga took control.

Ismaila Sarr struck the post before Sadio Mane delivered an inviting cross. Sarr's subsequent header hit the upright again, allowing Habib Diarra to react quickest and convert the reb...