The 2022 Qatar FIFA World Cup is just around the corner and the hype is skyrocketing at an unreal pace. All the 32 teams and the host nation are all set to commence the most anticipated footballing event of the year.
One of these top 32 teams is the Belgium national football team, competing in the tournament to get their hands on the World Cup. The Belgium squad placed 3rd in the latest edition of the tournament that took place in 2018.
The country of Belgium has produced many great players throughout the past and has been one of the strongest contenders for the Cup. Let us take a look at some of these players and rank the Top 5 Belgian players to look out for in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
5. Axel Witsel
Currently playing for the La Liga club Atletico Madrid, Axel Witsel has been a great asset to the Belgian football team since his addition. He started playing for the main Belgian squad in 2008 and now has over 12 goals in 124 caps for the country.
4. Jan Vertonghen
The vice-captain and the central defender of the current Belgium squad, Jan Vertonghen is one of the most important players in the country. He is the most capped player in the country and has played over 139 international matches for the nation.
3. Romelu Lukaku
Currently, on loan in Inter Milan from Chelsea, Romelu Lukaku will be our third player on the list from the Belgian football team. Lukaku is the leading goal scorer for the country and has scored over 68 total goals in a mere 102 appearances in the national jersey.
2. Kevin De Bruyne
Manchester City’s star midfielder, Kevin De Bruyne is one of the players to have your eyes welded on. KDB has been playing in the main squad since 2010 and has scored 24 goals as a midfielder in 91 total matches.
1. Eden Hazard
It goes without saying that Eden Hazard is one of the most anticipated players and most followed person in the squad. His contribution to the association of football is huge. So is his contribution to his nation as a captain to the team and a player as well. The player has played a total of 120 matches and scored 33 goals in them.
