Belgium Announces Squad Including Romelu Lukaku for FIFA World Cup 2026

Belgium has announced its final 26-member squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Romelu Lukaku, who has been battling injuries, is included in the team. Thibaut Courtois, Kevin De Bruyne, and Axel Witsel will have the opportunity to play in their fourth World Cup.

May 16, Kathmandu – Belgium has unveiled its final squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026, featuring Romelu Lukaku. Known as the Red Devils, Belgium announced its 26-man roster on Friday. Although head coach Rudy Garcia described Lukaku as “out of shape,” he has been included in the team. Due to injury, Lukaku played only 69 minutes in total during the last season.

Besides Lukaku, Thibaut Courtois, Kevin De Bruyne, and Axel Witsel are also among the experienced players set to participate in their fourth World Cup. Belgium’s squad includes goalkeepers Thibaut Courtois, Simon Mignolet, and Maarten Vandevoordt. Defenders named are Timothy Castagne, Zeno Debast, Jason Denayer, Koen De Winter, Brandon Mechele, Thomas Meunier, Nathan Ngoy, Jaqquin Seys, and Arthur Theate. The midfield comprises Kevin De Bruyne, Amadou Onana, Nicolas Raskin, Youri Tielemans, Hans Vanaken, and Axel Witsel. Forwards in the squad are Charles De Ketelaere, Jeremy Doku, Matias Fernandez, Romelu Lukaku, Dodi Lukebakio, Diego Moreira, Alexis Saelemaekers, and Leandro Trossard.