Kevin De Bruyne prepares for fourth World Cup with Belgium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 1:06 AM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Kevin De Bruyne expressed gratitude for his fourth World Cup appearance ahead of Belgium's opener against Egypt on June 16. The 35-year-old midfielder, who recently joined Serie A's Napoli after a decade with Manchester City, faced a challenging season due to a thigh injury. He has recovered and participated in recent matches for Belgium, including scoring in a friendly against Tunisia. De Bruyne noted that this tournament feels different as he recognizes the time left in his international career is limited. He also highlighted the team's evolving dynamic with young talent like Jérémy Doku.
- •Belgium opens its World Cup campaign against Egypt on June 16.
- •De Bruyne scored during a recent friendly victory over Tunisia.
- •He is aware this could be one of his last World Cups.
- •Zeno Debast remains on the Belgian roster despite injury concerns.
- •The squad features young players like Jérémy Doku alongside veterans.
- 1:06 AMYahoo Sports — Belgium star midfielder Kevin De Bruyne not taking 4th World Cup appearance for granted
"Kevin De Bruyne has accomplished plenty in his decorated career. Two days ahead of Belgium’s World Cup opener against Egypt, the 35-year-old De Bruyne stressed much has changed since his days as a Premier League sensation for Manchester City. Nearly two decades removed from representing his home country for the first time and 119 appearances later, the two-time Premier League player of the season considers himself grateful to do so.
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