Why Belgium's 2026 World Cup Bid Rests on Injured Lukaku
Romelu Lukaku enters the 2026 World Cup with just 64 minutes of club football this season and emotional strain, as Belgium's golden generation seeks a final
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Romelu Lukaku enters the 2026 World Cup with just 64 minutes of club football this season and emotional strain, as Belgium's golden generation seeks a final
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Billy Gilmour suffered a right knee sprain during Scotland's 4-1 friendly win over Curaçao and will miss the 2026 World Cup, a major blow for the Tartan Army.
Billy Gilmour out of World Cup with knee injury. Scotland's midfielder will miss the tournament after being hurt vs Curacao, a blow ahead of June 14 opener.