World Cup: Belgium rallies past Senegal on controversial late penalty to reach Round of 16
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Key Points:
- Belgium staged a dramatic comeback to defeat Senegal 3-2 in extra time during the Round of 32, overturning a two-goal deficit late in the second half.
- Youri Tielemans scored a controversial stoppage-time penalty in extra time to seal Belgium's victory after goals from Romelu Lukaku and Tielemans leveled the match near the end of regulation.
- Senegal dominated much of the game and took an early 2-0 lead, but lost momentum after Belgium's late goals, with Senegal's coach acknowledging the team faltered in the final minutes.
- Belgium manager Rudi Garcia praised Senegal as a great team and credited his substitutes for the comeback, highlighting the importance of contributions beyond the starting eleven.
- Belgium will advance to the Round of 16 to face the winner of the United States vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina match, remaining in Seattle for their next game.
