Youri Tielemans scored the latest goal in FIFA World Cup history at 124 minutes and 44 seconds, converting a penalty to give Belgium a 3-2 extra-time victory over Senegal in the Round of 32 on Wednesday in Seattle. The former Leicester City midfielder's strike surpassed all previous late winners in World Cup tournaments, according to Opta Analyst.
Belgium's Historic Comeback
Belgium also became the first team to recover from a two-goal deficit in regulation time at the World Cup, trailing 2-0 as late as the 85th minute. Senegal had dominated through Habib Diarra, who opened the scoring after reacting to Ismaila Sarr's shot off the post from Sadio Mane's cross. Sarr then doubled the lead early in the second half, racing onto a long ball and finishing past Thibaut Courtois. Sarr's goal was his fourth of the tournament, equaling Roger Milla's record for most goals by an African player in a single World Cup.
Late Fightback Forces Extra Time
Belgium's comeback began with substitute Romelu Lukaku scoring from close range after Thomas Meunier's delivery. Tielemans then headed in Leandro Trossard's cross to force extra time. Trossard's assist was his 16th chance created in the tournament, the most of any player.
Record-Breaking Penalty
In extra time, a VAR review awarded Belgium a penalty for Lamine Camara's foul on Tielemans. Tielemans stepped up and converted at 124:44, setting the record for the latest goal in World Cup history. Despite the defeat, Senegal became the first African nation to score 10 goals in a single World Cup edition.
What's Next
Belgium extended their unbeaten run to 17 matches and advanced to the Round of 16, where they will face the winner of United States versus Bosnia and Herzegovina. Senegal's campaign ended in heartbreaking fashion after a memorable tournament.
