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Lukaku returns to Belgium World Cup squad for fourth time after injury scare
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Published on 15 May 2026
Lukaku missed nearly a year before rejoining Belgium
Romelu Lukaku is back in Belgium’s World Cup squad, earning his fourth tournament place after a frustrating injury stretch. The Napoli striker, 33, had not played for Belgium for almost a year and has managed only five Serie A matches this season. His selection comes after he withdrew from earlier friendlies over fitness concerns. Belgium also includes World Cup stalwarts Kevin de Bruyne and Thibaut Courtois, with Axel Witsel heading into his own fourth campaign as well.
- Lukaku makes his fourth World Cup squad with Belgium
- He has been limited to five Serie A games this season
- Lukaku last played for Belgium nearly a year ago
- Belgium campaign begins June 15 vs Egypt in Group G
- Belgium previously finished third in 2018 but exited groups in 2022
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