INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) – Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans was left out of the starting lineup for Friday’s game. world cup In the quarterfinal match against Spain, he was injured during pre-match warm-ups.
Hans Vanaken started in place of Tielemans, dealing another blow to the Red Devils’ depth.
Tielemans is Belgium’s captain and plays a key role in the team’s attack and defense. Aston Villa midfielder scored two goals in the match Belgium came from behind to win 3-2 Defeated against Senegal in the round of 32.
Vanaken came on as a substitute and scored the goal. Belgium defeats USA 4-1 on monday. He replaced Amadou Onana, who will miss the remainder of the World Cup with a torn knee ligament.
Belgium also entered the World Cup without defender Zeno De Basto, who was forced to withdraw from his club Sporting Lisbon with a leg injury.
Kevin De Bruyne returned to the Belgian squad against Spain after missing the win over the United States.
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