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Romelu Lukaku

Belgian forward who scored in Belgium's 4-1 win over the United States.

Last refreshed: 7 July 2026 · Appears in 1 active topic

Key Question

Can Belgium's record World Cup scorer Lukaku carry them beyond the last 16?

Timeline for Romelu Lukaku

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Belgium end USA's home World Cup

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Common Questions
What club does Romelu Lukaku play for in 2026?
Napoli, where he is contracted until June 2027.Source: footballtransfers.com
How many World Cup goals has Romelu Lukaku scored?
Six, a Belgian record, after scoring against the USA in the last 16 on 6 July 2026 and earlier against Senegal in the group stage.Source: event
Who is Belgium's all-time record goalscorer?
Romelu Lukaku, whose international goal tally is the highest of any Belgian player, built up across four World Cups.Source: Belgian FA

Background

Lukaku scored in Belgium's 4-1 last-16 win over the United States, becoming his country's all-time leading World Cup scorer with six World Cup goals, surpassing Marc Wilmots' previous record.

The Napoli striker, contracted until June 2027, has previously played for Chelsea, Manchester United, Everton, Roma (on loan) and two spells at Inter Milan, winning the Serie A title with Inter in 2020/21. He is Belgium's all-time leading scorer, a tally built up across four World Cups.

At 33, and in what may be his final World Cup, Lukaku remains central to Belgium's hopes, still adding to a scoring record that already stands clear of any other Belgian international.

More questions
How long has Romelu Lukaku played for Napoli?
He is contracted to Napoli until June 2027, the latest stop in a career that has also included Chelsea, Manchester United, Everton, Roma and two spells at Inter Milan.Source: Transfermarkt