India, July 2 -- Belgium and Senegal gear up for a blockbuster showdown, with a FIFA World Cup Round of 16 berth up for grabs. Both teams enter the knockout stage with momentum. Despite dropping points in the first two games, Belgium sealed the top place in Group G with a 5-1 thrashing of New Zealand on the last matchday, finishing with five points. Senegal, on the other hand, qualified as one of the best third-placed teams. Placed in Group I alongside France and Norway, Sadio Mane's side managed just one victory, which was ultimately proven enough.

Senegal appeared to have improved a lot in their last group game. They scored five goals against Iraq without conceding any. They will be looking to build on the resounding win. Belgium, led ...