Match Details and Outcome
The Liechtenstein national football team faced a formidable challenge on November 18, 2025, as they were decisively defeated 7-0 by Belgium in a World Cup Qualification Europe match. The encounter took place at the Stade Maurice Dufrasne in Liège, Belgium, with an attendance of 26,253 spectators. This victory for Belgium secured their qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
Goal Scorers for Belgium
Belgium's dominant performance saw seven different goals scored by a variety of players. The scoring began early, with Hans Vanaken finding the net in the 3rd minute. Forward Jeremy Doku then added two goals in quick succession, scoring in the 34th and 41st minutes. The second half continued with Belgium's offensive pressure, as Brandon Mechele scored in the 52nd minute, followed by Alexis Saelemaekers in the 55th minute. Completing the rout, Charles De Ketelaere netted a brace, with goals in the 57th and 59th minutes.
Context and Qualification
This match was part of the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers Group J. For Belgium, the emphatic win confirmed their place in the upcoming 2026 World Cup, following a strong qualifying campaign. Liechtenstein, on the other hand, concluded their qualification journey without scoring a single goal throughout the campaign, conceding a total of 31 goals. This result highlights the significant disparity between the two teams in the qualification group.
5 Comments
Africa
Clinical finish, exactly what we needed to qualify.
Eugene Alta
Hardly a challenge, makes Belgium's achievement less impressive.
Coccinella
Dominant from start to finish, proud of the Red Devils!
Comandante
Seven different scorers, amazing teamwork!
Muchacha
While it's great for Belgium to qualify, these kinds of results highlight the huge financial and talent disparity in European football. It's tough for smaller nations to compete.