World Cup history
Belgium (Red Devils) has appeared at 14 editions of the FIFA World Cup, with a best finish of Third place 2018. Founded in 1895, the federation enters World Cup 2026 in the UEFA pool, coached by Domenico Tedesco.
- World Cup appearances14
- World Cup titles0
- Best finishThird place 2018
- Head coachDomenico Tedesco
- Founded1895
- FIFAUEFA
Star players
- Kevin De Bruyne
- Romelu Lukaku
- Jérémy Doku
- Youri Tielemans
- Amadou Onana
Path to the trophy
Dark horse — knockout-round threat. With a 48-team field split into 12 groups of 4, the top two and best 8 third-placed teams advance to a 32-team Round of 32 — meaning even mid-table sides have a realistic knockout pathway.
FAQ
Has Belgium won the World Cup?
Belgium has not won the World Cup. Best finish: Third place 2018.
Who is the head coach of Belgium?
Domenico Tedesco leads Belgium into FIFA World Cup 2026.
How many times has Belgium played in the World Cup?
Belgium has appeared 14 times in the FIFA World Cup.
Who are Belgium's star players?
Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Jérémy Doku, Youri Tielemans, Amadou Onana.
What confederation does Belgium represent?
Belgium plays in the UEFA confederation.
When does Belgium play in the World Cup 2026?
Schedule depends on the December 2025 group draw.
What is Belgium's nickname?
Red Devils
Plan your Belgium World Cup 2026 experience
Dark horse — knockout-round threat.
