What group is Belgium in at the 2026 World Cup?

Belgium is in Group G alongside Egypt, Iran, New Zealand.

When does Belgium play their first match?

Belgium's first match is against Egypt on Monday, June 15, 2026 at Lumen Field, Seattle.

Domenico Tedesco is the manager of Belgium at the 2026 World Cup.

Belgium has never won the World Cup. Their best finish was 3rd place (2018).

Kevin De Bruyne is Belgium's captain at the 2026 World Cup.

FIFA Ranking	7th
Confederation	UEFA
Manager	Domenico Tedesco
Captain	Kevin De Bruyne
Nickname	Red Devils
World Cup Titles	0
World Cup Appearances	14
Best Finish	3rd place (2018)
2022 World Cup	Group stage — eliminated
2026 Group	Group G (Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand)

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Complete statistical breakdown from Belgium's UEFA qualifying campaign and all-time World Cup history.

Date	MD	Venue	Opponent	Result	GF	GA	Formation	Captain	Attendance
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Qualifying record: UEFA — Group E winners

Year	Host	Result	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA
2022	Qatar	Group stage	3	1	1	1	1	2
2018	Russia	3rd place	7	6	0	1	16	6
2014	Brazil	Quarterfinals	5	4	0	1	6	3
2002	South Korea/Japan	Round of 16	4	1	2	1	6	7
1998	France	Group stage	3	0	3	0	3	3
1994	USA	Round of 16	4	2	0	2	4	4
1990	Italy	Round of 16	4	2	0	2	6	4
1986	Mexico	4th place	7	2	2	3	12	15
1982	Spain	Group stage	3	1	0	2	3	5
1970	Mexico	Group stage	3	1	0	2	4	5
1954	Switzerland	Group stage	2	0	1	1	5	8
1938	France	1st Round	2	0	1	1	3	4
1934	Italy	1st Round	1	0	0	1	2	5
1930	Uruguay	Group stage	2	0	0	2	0	4
TOTAL		14 editions	51	21	11	19	75	72