Lukaku recalls late father after scoring key goal for Belgium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 3:04 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Romelu Lukaku scored a crucial goal in Belgium's 3-2 victory over Senegal on July 1. His late comeback goal in the 86th minute helped the team secure a spot in the World Cup round of 16. Belgium trailed 2-0 before Lukaku's goal and a subsequent equalizer pushed the match into extra time, where Youri Tielemans sealed the win with a penalty. Lukaku stated he felt his father's presence during the match, expressing his commitment to the team over personal accolades. Coach Rudi Garcia praised Lukaku's leadership during a moment of team discord.
- •Belgium wins 3-2 against Senegal on July 1.
- •Lukaku scored in the 86th minute to initiate a comeback.
- •Tielemans converted a penalty to secure the victory in extra time.
- •Lukaku emphasizes team success over personal glory.
- •Garcia highlights Lukaku's role in maintaining team harmony.
- 3:04 AMYahoo Sports — Lukaku remembered late father after crucial goal for Belgium
"Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku said that he remembered his late father after he scored a crucial goal in Belgium's 3-2 win over Senegal on Wednesday. The late comeback with the winning goal in extra-time secured the Belgians a spot in the World Cup last 16.
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