Has Hans Vanaken played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Hans Vanaken play?

Hans Vanaken plays as a midfielder 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.

Hans Vanaken – Belgium | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Hans Vanaken

Date of BirthAugust 24, 1992 (age 33)

Place of BirthNeerpelt, Belgium

Height / Weight195 / 77

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubClub Brugge KV

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies	2	0	1
World Cup	2	0	0
Super Cup	40	14	6
UEFA Champions League	14	4	4
Jupiler Pro League	39	7	3
Cup	40	14	6
UEFA Nations League	2	0	1
World Cup - Qualification Europe	7	2	1
All Competitions	146	41	22

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Group G →

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

Hans Vanaken 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 midfielder, Vanaken 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

Hans Vanaken 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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