Belgium World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Analysis — The Golden Generation's Last Dance | De Bruyne, Lukaku, Doku

Belgium's golden generation reaches the World Cup 2026 quarter-final after demolishing co-hosts USA 4-1 in the Round of 16 — De Bruyne (35, 3G 4A), Lukaku (33, 2 goals in the win) and Doku all on target. Almost certainly their last World Cup together, Belgium now face Spain on July 10 at MetLife Stadium. Deep analysis of De Bruyne's masterclass, Lukaku's redemption after 2022, Doku's emergence, Tedesco's counter-attack system, and whether this is fairy tale or farewell. Dixon-Coles: Belgium 24% to win.

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Belgium World Cup 2026 Quarter-Final Analysis — The Golden Generation's Last Dance | De Bruyne, Lukaku, Doku

Belgium's golden generation reaches the World Cup 2026 quarter-final after demolishing co-hosts USA 4-1 in the Round of 16 — De Bruyne (35, 3G 4A), Lukaku (33, 2 goals in the win) and Doku all on target. Almost certainly their last World Cup together, Belgium now face Spain on July 10 at MetLife Stadium. Deep analysis of De Bruyne's masterclass, Lukaku's redemption after 2022, Doku's emergence, Tedesco's counter-attack system, and whether this is fairy tale or farewell. Dixon-Coles: Belgium 24% to win.

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