Mark van Bommel announces first Belgium national team squad
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:05 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Mark van Bommel has revealed his first squad as head coach of the Belgian national team ahead of upcoming Nations League matches. Key omissions include Thibaut Courtois, who is sidelined due to injuries, and Sunderland defender Thomas Meunier, despite his regular play this season. New names include Club Brugge's Kyriani Sabbe and PSG forward Mika Godts, who looks to make an impact after missing the World Cup selection. Belgium will face Italy, France, and Türkiye during the extended international break in October.
- •Mark van Bommel's first squad includes new faces and notable omissions.
- •Thibaut Courtois and Thomas Meunier are not included in the lineup.
- •Kyriani Sabbe and Mika Godts have earned call-ups.
- •Belgium will play Italy, France, and Türkiye next month.
- 12:05 PMYahoo Sports — Sunderland defender misses out as Mark van Bommel announces first Belgium squad
"Mark van Bommel has announced his first squad as the new head coach of the Belgian national side. There are a handful of omissions, some of which were known about before the announcement. Real Madrid ...
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