Has Romelu Lukaku played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Romelu Lukaku play?

Romelu Lukaku plays as a forward 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.

Romelu Lukaku – Belgium | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Romelu Lukaku

Romelu Menama Lukaku Bolingoli

Date of BirthMay 13, 1993 (age 33)

Place of BirthAntwerpen, Belgium

Height / Weight191 / 93

PositionForward

Current ClubNapoli

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies	2	1	1
World Cup	2	0	0
Coppa Italia	1	0	0
Serie A	5	1	0
UEFA Champions League	1	0	0
Euro Championship	4	0	1
UEFA Nations League	3	3	0
World Cup - Qualification Europe	2	1	0
All Competitions	20	6	2

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World Cup 2026

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

Romelu Lukaku 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 forward, Lukaku 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

Romelu Lukaku 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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