Belgium’s Stunner: Late Goals and VAR Controversy Sink Senegal in World Cup Thriller
Senegal suffered a heartbreaking World Cup exit after surrendering a 2-0 lead with four minutes left against Belgium, who staged a miraculous comeback to win 3-2 in extra time. A controversial VAR-awarded penalty in the 125th minute sealed Senegal’s fate, compounding their earlier loss of the Africa Cup of Nations title.
Belgium’s veteran players, including Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans, spearheaded the recovery in a match described as one of the World Cup’s greatest escapes, despite internal team arguments.