Belgium rallied from 2-0 down against Senegal in Seattle with late goals from Romelu Lukaku and Youri Tielemans, then won in extra time after a VAR penalty — a wild finish that reopened old wounds for the African side.
Habib Diarra's 25th-minute strike gave Senegal a 1-0 halftime edge over Belgium in Seattle, where expected-goals data and two woodwork hits told a sharper story than possession alone.
Egypt and Iran will face off at Lumen Field in Seattle in the final round of World Cup Group G. The Pharaohs boast a more aggressive attack, while the Persian squad has a more solid defense, and the matchup between Salah and Marmoush could decide this group's fate.
The United States opened with a four-goal barrage while Australia secured a shutout win; the Seattle showdown could decide the top spot in Group D, and Pulisic's calf injury remains the biggest question mark.
Egypt drew 1-1 with Belgium in their World Cup opener in Seattle, with Ashour on the scoresheet and Hanney's own goal securing the point as head coach Hassan called the result the equivalent of victory.
Ashour opened the scoring before Hany's own goal pulled Belgium level; Garcia said they must beat Iran in their next match.
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