Has Youri Tielemans played in a World Cup before?

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

What position does Youri Tielemans play?

Youri Tielemans 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.

How old is Youri Tielemans?

Youri Tielemans is 29 years old.

Youri Tielemans – Belgium | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Youri Tielemans

Youri Marion A. Tielemans

Date of BirthMay 7, 1997 (age 29)

Place of BirthUkkel, Belgium

Height / Weight176 / 72

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubAston Villa

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2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
Friendlies	4	1	2
World Cup	2	0	0
Friendlies Clubs	5	0	0
FA Cup	1	0	0
UEFA Europa League	9	2	3
Premier League	25	0	4
UEFA Champions League	12	2	3
Euro Championship	3	1	0
UEFA Nations League	5	1	0
World Cup - Qualification Europe	6	3	1
All Competitions	72	10	13

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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

Youri Tielemans 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, Tielemans 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

Youri Tielemans 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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