Belgium vs Senegal Prediction 7/1/2026 Round of 32 Picks

In this article we will formulate a Belgium vs Senegal prediction for this World Cup game on Wednesday, July 1st at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

Belgium Betting Preview

Belgium comes into this match after they defeated New Zealand by a score of 5-1 in their last game. Belgium led 1-0 at halftime, but their lead was cut to 3-1 in the 84th minute, before scoring the last two goals for the lopsided win. Belgium recorded 35 total shots, 10 shots on target, and had 54% of the possession in the game. Belgium got goals from Trossard (2), De Bruyne, Lukaku, and Saelemaekers, while two players had two shots on target and Courtois made one save in the win. 

Belgium finished first in Group G with five points, as they won the tie breaker with Egypt based on goal differential. Belgium started the World Cup with a 1-1 draw with Egypt and a 0-0 draw with Iran in their first two matches. Belgium has had goals from Trossard (2), Lukaku, Saelemaekers, and De Bruyne, while Lukaku, Raskin, and Vanaken all have one assist. De Cuyper has led the team with five shots on target, while Courtois has made eight saves in the first three games. 

Senegal Betting Preview

Senegal comes into this match after they defeated Iraq by a score of 5-0 in their third game. Senegal led 1-0 in the fourth minute and they scored four goals in the second half for the easy win. Senegal recorded 28 total shots, 12 shots on target, and had 69% of the possession in the game. Senegal got goals from Gueye (2), Diarra, Ndiaye, and Sarr, while Gueye had six total shots and Diaw made one save in the win. 

Senegal finished third in Group I with three points, which was six points behind France and three points behind Norway. Senegal started the World Cup with a 3-1 loss to France and a 3-2 loss to Norway in their first two games. Senegal has had goals from Sarr (3), Gueye (2), Ndiaye, Diarra, and Mbaye, while Ndiaya has two assists. Sarr has led the team with five shots on target, while Mendy has made eight saves through three games. 

Belgium vs Senegal Prediction

Senegal was able to advance to the Round of 32 due to a blowout win over Iraq, but they played well against France and Norway in their first two losses. Senegal isn’t the best defensive team, but they are very dangerous on the attack. Belgium wasn’t great in their first two matches, but they dominated New Zealand last time out. Belgium is a strong defensive side and they have plenty of talent on the attack, despite the mixed results so far. I think this is going to be a very exciting game, but I don’t know if the Senegal defense is up to the task. Take the over here.

David Racey's Pick: Over 2.5