Has Axel Lambert played in a World Cup before?

Belgium has appeared in 14 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Axel Lambert's full international history.

What position does Axel Lambert play?

Axel Lambert plays as a defender for Belgium at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Belgium in at the 2026 World Cup?

Belgium are in Group G at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Egypt, Iran, New Zealand.

When does Belgium play at the World Cup?

Belgium's first match is on 2026-06-15 against Egypt at Lumen Field, Seattle.

Axel Lambert – Belgium | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Axel Lambert

Axel Laurent Angel Lambert Witsel

Date of BirthJanuary 12, 1989 (age 37)

Place of BirthLiège, Belgium

Height / Weight186 / 81

PositionDefender

Current ClubGirona

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies	4	0	0
La Liga	32	1	2
La Liga	14	0	1
Copa del Rey	3	0	0
UEFA Champions League	10	0	0
World Cup - Qualification Europe	2	0	0
All Competitions	65	1	3

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World Cup 2026

Group G →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Belgium	3	1	2	0	4	5
2	Egypt	3	1	2	0	2	5
3	Iran	3	0	3	0	0	3
4	New Zealand	3	0	1	2	-6	1

2026-06-15Belgium vs EgyptLumen Field, Seattle→2026-06-21Belgium vs IranSoFi Stadium, Los Angeles→2026-06-26New Zealand vs BelgiumBC Place, Vancouver→

2026 tournament outlook

Axel Lambert will represent Belgium at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Belgium have been drawn in Group G alongside Egypt, Iran, New Zealand. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-15 against Egypt at Lumen Field, Seattle. As a defender, Lambert will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Belgium's best World Cup finish is 3rd place (2018). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Belgium at the 2026 World Cup

Axel Lambert is part of the Belgium squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Domenico Tedesco, alongside M. Penders, T. Castagne, K. De Bruyne, and C. De Ketelaere among the key players.

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