Belgium Seizes Historic Victory Over Senegal with Last-Minute Penalty
Belgium triumphed over Senegal in a thrilling Round of 16 clash at the 2026 World Cup, marking a remarkable moment in tournament history. Youri Tielemans ensured the team’s advancement by converting a penalty at a staggering 124:44, setting the record for the latest goal ever scored in a World Cup match.
The decisive penalty was awarded just as extra time was coming to a close. Tielemans confidently approached the spot and struck the ball into the top corner of the net, sealing a 3-2 victory for Belgium. This late-game heroics not only secured their place in the next round but also etched his name in World Cup lore as the player to score the latest goal in the tournament’s history.
No previous World Cup match had ever witnessed a goal scored at such a late stage, further underscoring the significance of this moment for Belgian football.