Belgium vs Senegal

Belgium clicked in the final group game with De Bruyne and Trossard firing; a slight edge over a strong but inconsistent Senegal in a close contest.

Despite missing Jeremy Doku, Belgium has enough quality to overcome Senegal, who barely scraped through and are missing goalkeeper Edouard Mendy.

Belgium found their rhythm with a 5-1 win over New Zealand and should carry that momentum to overcome Senegal.

Belgium’s injuries and suspension issues in defense keep this risky, while Senegal arrive with attacking momentum. Still, De Bruyne, Trossard and Lukaku against a Senegal side missing Edouard Mendy is enough for a narrow Belgium pick.

Belgium's experience edges Senegal in a competitive matchup.

Belgium have been underwhelming with three draws but Doku returns and De Bruyne-Trossard-Lukaku provide quality. Senegal are missing injured goalkeeper Édouard Mendy, which is a critical blow.

Belgium's De Bruyne and Trossard are hitting peak form after the 5-0 rout of New Zealand, while Senegal are without goalkeeper Mendy (knee injury). Senegal's 5-0 win over Iraq shows fight, but Belgium's quality should tell.

Belgium thrashed New Zealand 5-1 with Doku back and Trossard (2 goals) firing. Senegal lost to both France and Norway. Belgium's De Bruyne, Lukaku and Trossard give them the edge.

Belgium's experienced squad and Senegal's recent form suggest a tightly contested match, but Belgium's midfield control and attacking options should see them through.

Belgium's late surge in the group stage gives them momentum, though Senegal remains a tough physical opponent.

Belgium’s front four of De Bruyne, Lukaku, Trossard and Saelemaekers clicked in the 5-1 rout of New Zealand, while Senegal are without injured goalkeeper Édouard Mendy.