Belgium Ends Wales Unbeaten Run with 4-3 World Cup Qualifier Win

Wales suffered their first defeat under manager Craig Bellamy in a thrilling 4-3 World Cup qualifying loss to Belgium in Brussels, despite mounting a remarkable comeback from a 3-0 deficit. Belgium took an early lead with goals from Romelu Lukaku, Youri Tielemans, and Jeremy Doku, but Wales fought back with key contributions from Harry Wilson, Sorba Thomas, and Brennan Johnson to equalize. However, Kevin De Bruyne scored a late winner to secure the victory for Belgium, leaving Wales second in Group J behind North Macedonia. The match featured VAR controversies and intense moments, highlighting the resilience Wales have developed under Bellamy, though Belgium proved a challenging opponent. With seven points from four matches, Wales remain hopeful of qualifying, facing upcoming fixtures against Kazakhstan and a home match against Belgium. Bellamy expressed pride in his team's performance despite the setback, emphasizing their competitive spirit and World Cup ambitions.