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Malay Mail
2 hours ago
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- Malay Mail
De Bruyne's late strike lifts Belgium over Wales in 4–3 World Cup qualifier thriller
BRUSSELS, June 10 — Kevin De Bruyne spared Belgium's blushes after blowing a 3-0 lead to beat Wales 4-3 and kickstart the Red Devils' 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign on Monday. Goals from Romelu Lukaku, Youri Tielemans and Jeremy Doku inside half an hour had given Belgium a dream start. Wales, though, rallied through a Harry Wilson penalty, Sorba Thomas and Brennan Johnson to stun the side ranked eighth in the world. But De Bruyne rode to his nation's rescue, as he has so often in a stellar career, by steering in Tielemans' perfect cross in the 88th minute. Defeat was Craig Bellamy's first as Wales manager as they fell just short of a national record of 10 matches unbeaten. However, there remains plenty of positives for Wales' hopes of reaching next year's World Cup. They sit second in Group J, one point behind North Macedonia, and three in front of Belgium, who have two games in hand. Only one side will automatically qualify with second earning a place in the play-offs. After a 1-1 draw at North Macedonia on Friday to begin their qualifying campaign, Rudi Garcia recalled three of his Premier League stars in Leandro Trossard, Amadou Onana and Tielemans and Belgium clicked into gear. De Bruyne's shot struck the arm of Johnson inside the area to give Lukaku the chance to open the scoring from the penalty spot for his 89th international goal. Tielemans rounded off a brilliant team move for the home side's second moments later as he turned in Maxime De Cuyper's low cross. A dazzling solo effort from Doku compounded Wales' woes as they seemed set for a second half of damage limitation. However, Harry Wilson's penalty reduced the visitors' deficit in first half stoppage time after Matz Sels was controversially penalised for a clash with Chris Mepham. Bellamy's men were right back in the game when Wilson brilliantly picked out Thomas to slot home Wales' second six minutes into the second period. Johnson's header completed the comeback 21 minutes from time, but the visitors were unable to hold out against Belgium's superior firepower. Lukaku had a second goal controversially ruled out for the ball being out of play in the build-up after a lengthy VAR review. That proved to be a mere reprieve for Wales as moments later Tielemans' cross picked out the unmarked De Bruyne to volley in at the back post. — AFP
Yahoo
6 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Belgium v Wales: Doku ends his long goal drought 🥳
Finally! The Red Devils' supporters were starting to get impatient. This Monday, June 9, Rudi Garcia's Belgium had the goal of beating Wales to do well in these World Cup qualifiers. If the former coach of the two Olympiques can rely on Jérémy Doku's percussion, the finishing problem of the Citizen was becoming worrying. Indeed, the Manchester City winger had not scored for 4 years, 2 months and 10 days. Advertisement To find his last achievement in the selection, it was necessary, until then, to go back to a 8-0 victory of the Belgians, in 2021, against Belarus. This evening, the curse is broken, since at the 27th minute, in his register, the Skyblue scored a magnificent goal after a run down the right side. This gives a smile back to this player who thrilled us during Euro 2020. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here. 📸 Omar Havana - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
17 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Belgium vs Wales – Predicted lineup and team news
Belgium host Group J leaders Wales in 2026 World Cup qualification tonight. Rudi Garcia's side began their campaign with a 1-1 draw in North Macedonia on Friday. Maxim De Cuyper opened the scoring for Belgium but the visitors were pegged back late on when Ezgjan Alioski equalised four minutes from time. Belgium are ranked eighth in the world but are undergoing a period of transition. It's just one win in their last eight games for the Red Devils, with Garcia appointed as their new head coach in January, tasked with reviving their fortunes. Belgium vs Wales – Predicted lineup and team news Belgium team news The home side will be without Thibaut Courtois due to injury so Nottingham Forest's Matz Sels should continue in goal. Fulham full-back Timothy Castagne was also ruled out through injury, while Chelsea's Romeo Lavia was not included amid limited football this season. Advertisement Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne will lead a largely inexperience squad, with only Youri Tielemans and Thomas Meunier having won more than 50 caps outside that duo. After starting on the bench on Friday, Tielemans and Aston Villa teammate Amadou Onana are expected to come into the midfield. Belgium predicted lineup Belgium predicted XI: Sels; Meunier, Faes, Debast, De Cuyper; De Bruyne, Onana, Tielemans; Saelemaekers, Lukaku, Doku When is Belgium vs Wales? Belgium host Wales in World Cup qualification on Monday 9th June 2025. Kick-off is 7:45pm BST. What TV channel is Belgium vs Wales? Viewers in Wales can watch the match on BBC One Wales, with coverage also available on BBC Three and S4C. Advertisement Read – Five transfers to watch before Tuesday's mini-window deadline See more – Iconic Performances: Ronaldo treble stuns Spain Follow The Football Faithful on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok
Yahoo
19 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Rudi Garcia labels Belgium's World Cup qualifier with Wales a must win game
Belgium and Wales will face each other on Monday night in what Rudi Garcia has labelled a must win game for the Red Devils. Belgium started their World Cup qualification campaign with a disappointing 1-1 draw against North Macedonia. Their Welsh opponents are currently top of Group J, although they have played three games. Craig Bellamy's side have won two and drawn one of their matches so far. As reported by HLN, Garcia said to the media pre match 'Wales are a close competitor for a place in the World Cup – so we have to win, especially in a home game'. The Red Devils are in a pretty poor run of form. the side have only won one of their previous eight games, with the draw against North Macedonia being one of the two matches they have not lost. Belgium have not lost to Wales since the famous European Championship Quarter Final in which Hal Robson-Kanu's fantastic goal knocked heavy favourites Belgium out. Advertisement Defeat to Wales on Monday will certainly cause concern for Belgian fans and players, given that winning the group is the only way to guarantee a spot in the 2026 World Cup. GBeNeFN | Ben Jackson
The Independent
20 hours ago
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- The Independent
Is Belgium vs Wales on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch World Cup qualifier
Wales travel to Brussels on Monday evening hoping to extend their lead at the top of Group J when they take on Belgium in what could be a defining clash in World Cup qualifying. Belgium are the highest ranked team in the group but drew 1-1 with North Macedonia on Friday in the first of their qualifying matches. In contrast, Wales defeated Liechtenstein 3-0 thanks to goals from Joe Rodon, Harry Wilson, and Kieffer Moore which put them on top of the group with seven points from three games. Craig Bellamy has yet to taste defeat since taking over from Rob Page as Wales manager but faces his biggest test away from home against a Belgium side with something to prove. Here's everything you need to know: When is Belgium vs Wales? The game between Belgium and Wales kicks off at 7.45pm at the King Baudouin Stadium, Brussels. How can I watch it? Viewers in Wales can watch the match on BBC One Wales, with television coverage also available on BBC Three and S4C. Coverage begins at 7.30pm and a live stream will be available via the BBC Sport website and BBC iPlayer. Belgium v Wales team news Rudi Garcia has plenty of options to choose from for Belgium and is likely to start a slightly stronger team than the one fielded against North Macedonia. Amadou Onana and Youri Tielemans should come into the XI alongside Kevin De Bruyne while they may also be changes in defence. Wales are without Neco Williams who was carried off the pitch during the win over Liechtenstein with an knock and confirmed on social media that he will be absent. Daniel James missed the last match with illness and is being monitored while Aaron Ramsey remains sidelined. Cardiff defender Dylan Lawlor has been called in as cover for Williams. Odds Belgium win 4/11 Draw 11/4 Wales win 6/1 The Independent vets betting sites free bets here to use across a range of sports. Please read the terms.
