Has Mike Penders played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Mike Penders play?

Mike Penders plays as a goalkeeper 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.

Mike Penders – Belgium | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Mike Penders

Mike Louis Penders

Date of BirthJuly 31, 2005 (age 20)

Place of BirthMaasmechelen, Belgium

Height / Weight200 / 95

PositionGoalkeeper

Current ClubStrasbourg

Career

Appearances

Career

Goals

2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
FIFA Club World Cup	5	0	0
Coupe de France	5	0	0
UEFA Europa Conference League	13	0	0
Ligue 1	33	0	0
Cup	5	0	0
UEFA U19 Championship - Qualification	6	0	0
Challenger Pro League	1	0	0
Jupiler Pro League	2	0	0
All Competitions	70	0	0

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Belgium's group: Group G →

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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

Mike Penders 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 goalkeeper, Penders 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

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

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