Maxim de Cuyper spearheaded Belgium‘s dominant 5-0 victory over Liechtenstein in a 2024 FIFA World Cup qualifying match held in Leuven on November 21, 2023.The Red Devils’ commanding performance solidifies their position in Group F and boosts their chances of securing a spot in the expanded 48-team tournament.
This win is crucial for Belgium as they navigate a competitive qualifying group alongside Austria, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Liechtenstein. The expanded World Cup format presents both possibility and pressure; a strong qualifying campaign is essential for avoiding potential upsets and ensuring participation in the prestigious tournament. Belgium currently holds the second position in Group F with 7 points.
de Cuyper opened the scoring in the 31st minute, followed by goals from Youri Tielemans (37th minute), Wilfried Zaha (56th minute), Romelu Lukaku (65th minute), and Charles De Ketelaere (79th minute). The Red Devils demonstrated a potent attack, registering 4 goals from 11 shots.liechtenstein, despite their efforts, struggled to contain Belgium’s offensive pressure, managing only 1 shot on target. Belgium’s goal difference now stands at +4, further highlighting their dominance in the qualifying stage.The team’s next qualifying fixture is scheduled for March 2024, where they will face Austria in a pivotal match that could substantially impact their qualification prospects. Belgium’s performance against Liechtenstein serves as a strong foundation for their continued pursuit of a place in the 2026 World Cup.
