Belgium's Golden Generation Exits FIFA World Cup 2026 After Quarter-Final Loss to Spain

Los Angeles. A fairy-tale farewell in football is rare. With Belgium's 'Red Devils' golden generation's remaining four members' World Cup journey possibly ending here after losing 2-1 to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals.

Thibaut Courtois, Romelu Lukaku, Kevin De Bruyne, and Axel Witsel have been pillars of the Belgian team since the 2014 World Cup in Brazil. However, their last chance to win football's biggest title ended due to a mistake by a player from the new generation.