Has Matz Sels played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Matz Sels play?

Matz Sels 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.

Matz Sels – Belgium | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Matz Sels

Matz Willy Els Sels

Date of BirthFebruary 26, 1992 (age 34)

Place of BirthDuffel, Belgium

Height / Weight188 / 75

PositionGoalkeeper

Current ClubNottingham Forest

Career

Appearances

Career

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies	1	0	0
FA Cup	1	0	0
UEFA Europa League	6	0	0
Premier League	31	0	0
UEFA Nations League	1	0	0
World Cup - Qualification Europe	3	0	0
All Competitions	43	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

Matz Sels 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, Sels 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

Matz Sels 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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