Mexico vs Belgium LIVE: Lukebakio ties the game! (1-1) 2026 international friendly at Soldier Field in Chicago

Belgium find the equalizer right at the start of the second half as Dodi Lukebakio scores a stunning goal. After receiving a pass from Youri Tielemans on the wing, Lukebakio cuts inside and curls a tremendous shot into the net.

The second half gets started at Soldier Field as Mexico and Belgium return to action, with the hosts looking to build on their lead while Belgium aim to respond.

Mexico have been the superior side and the numbers support it. They finish the first half with 53% possession compared to Belgium’s 47%.

Mexico also lead in shots on target with three, while Belgium have yet to register one, reflecting the attacking control shown by El Tri. The high pressing game is also evident, with Mexico winning 58% of duels compared to Belgium’s 42%.

The first half comes to an end at Soldier Field, with Mexico taking a deserved lead after a dominant performance. Belgium head into the break looking to regroup after struggling to match the intensity.

The referee signals four minutes of added time as Mexico continue to hold their lead while Belgium look for a late response before halftime.

Mexico remain clearly the superior side, with Belgium barely seeing the ball and losing possession quickly whenever they recover it. Their passing has been imprecise, even on simple plays, and they continue to arrive late to challenges.

Timothy Castagne receives a yellow card after a strong defensive challenge on Julian Quinones as Mexico continue to apply pressure.

Mexico threaten once again as Brian Gutierrez delivers a great pivot pass into the path of Julian Quinones, who makes a diagonal run into the box and fires a strong shot toward the center, but it is comfortably saved.

Belgium are unable to respond, showing issues in their build up play, largely due to Mexico’s intense pressure that is suffocating their midfield. Youri Tielemans and Kevin De Bruyne remain effectively neutralized as Mexico continue to control the match.

Mexico create another dangerous moment as Julian Quinones unleashes a powerful shot from outside the box. Quinones continues to stand out as the most influential player, with Mexico clearly the superior side at this stage.

Play resumes at Soldier Field as Mexico and Belgium return to action following the cooling break, with the hosts holding a narrow lead.

The referee calls for a brief cooling break as players from both Mexico and Belgium take a moment to hydrate and receive instructions from their coaching staff.

Mexico take the lead after earning a corner kick, with Brian Gutierrez delivering the service into the box. Belgium fail to clear the ball, and Jorge Sanchez is in the right place to capitalize on the rebound, firing his shot to find the back of the net.

Belgium see a promising move halted as Youri Tielemans plays a pass toward Lois Openda near the edge of the box, but the forward is caught offside.

Julian Quinones receives a yellow card after a strong challenge on Dodi Lukebakio, as the referee looks to keep control of the match.

Belgium try to react after Mexico’s high and intense press, looking to connect more consistently and build quick transitions between Kevin De Bruyne and Lois Openda.

Mexico continue to look the better side, with Julian Quinones providing energy and constant movement in the attack. In their latest chance, Jesus Gallardo strikes a cross shot from the left side, but the effort drifts wide.

Mexico create the first dangerous moment of the match as Julian Quinones breaks down the flank and connects with Brian Gutierrez. The return ball is lifted into the area, and Quinones battles until the end to get a very forced shot off, nearly catching Matz Sels off guard.

Mexico and Belgium get things started at Soldier Field as the referee signals kickoff.

Mexico and Belgium enter the field for the pregame ceremony as players line up for the national anthems ahead of kickoff.

Mexico confirmed lineup: Raul Rangel; Jorge Sanchez, Cesar Montes, Johan Vasquez, Jesus Gallardo; Orbelin Pineda, Erik Lira, Alvaro Fidalgo; Julian Quinones, Raul Jimenez, Brian Gutierrez.

Belgium confirmed lineup: Matz Sels; Timothy Castagne, Koni De Winter, Zeno Debast Ngoy, Maxim De Cuyper; Axel Witsel, Youri Tielemans, Kevin De Bruyne; Dodi Lukebakio, Malick Fofana Godts and Lois Openda.

This will be the eighth meeting between Mexico and Belgium, with El Tri holding a balanced record of three wins, two draws, and three losses against the European side. Both teams have shared competitive and closely contested matches throughout their history.

The first time these teams faced each other was in 1970 in an international friendly, where Belgium secured a 2-0 victory. Later that same year, Mexico responded by earning their first win in the matchup with a 1-0 result.

The most recent meeting came in 2017, when Mexico and Belgium played to an exciting 3-3 draw in Brussels.

Soldier Field is a multi-purpose stadium on the Near South Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Opened in 1924, the stadium has served as the home of the Chicago Bears of the NFL since 1971, as well as Chicago Fire FC of MLS since 2020. Tonight, it hosts the international friendly clash between Mexico and Belgium.

Mexico vs Belgium will get underway at 9:00 PM ET (PT: 6:00 PM)

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Mexico face Belgium at Soldier Field in Chicago this Tuesday, with form and momentum on the line. Belgium arrive unbeaten in 10 games, while Mexico look to build on their scoreless draw against Portugal.

Stay with us for key updates, insights, and minute-by-minute action as Mexico and Belgium clash tonight!