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De Bruyne’s Late Winner Secures 4-3 Victory for Belgium Over Wales

The defeat ends Bellamy’s unbeaten run, leaving Wales second in Group J with an October rematch against Belgium on the horizon.

Soccer Football - European Qualifiers - Group J - Belgium v Wales - King Baudouin Stadium, Brussels, Belgium - June 9, 2025 Wales manager Craig Bellamy and players applaud fans after the match REUTERS/Yves Herman
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Soccer Football - European Qualifiers - Group J - Belgium v Wales - King Baudouin Stadium, Brussels, Belgium - June 9, 2025 Wales players look dejected after the match REUTERS/Yves Herman

Overview

  • Belgium raced into a 3-0 lead inside 27 minutes through goals by Romelu Lukaku, Youri Tielemans and Jeremy Doku, with the opening penalty decision upheld after a lengthy VAR review.
  • Wales clawed back into the game as Harry Wilson converted a stoppage-time penalty before Sorba Thomas and Brennan Johnson turned the match level at 3-3 in the second half.
  • Kevin De Bruyne struck in the 88th minute, volleying home at the far post to deny Wales a point and clinch the win for Belgium.
  • Craig Bellamy suffered his first defeat in 10 matches as Wales manager, ending a run that had kept his side unbeaten since last June.
  • Despite the loss, Wales remain in contention for automatic World Cup qualification in Group J and will host Belgium for a return fixture in Cardiff in October.