Kevin De Bruyne has been the key player for Belgium in three World Cups. He scored important goals in extra time in Brazil and later scored a great goal that helped Belgium achieve their best-ever World Cup finish.
De Bruyne played in three World Cups (2014, 2018, 2022). He scored 2 goals in 13 matches. In 2018, he helped Belgium reach their best result ever 3rd place.
Key Stats and Records
| Aspect | 2014 | 2018 | 2022 | Total |
| Games | 7 | 7 | 3 | 13 |
| Goals | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Assists | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 |
| Team Finish | Quarter finals | 3rd place | Group state | 0 |
World Cup Journey Highlights
2014 (Brazil): Kevin De Bruyne played very well at the World Cup. He scored 1 goal and made 2 assists, which helped Belgium reach the quarter-finals. In the quarter-finals, Belgium lost to Argentina.
2018 (Russia): Belgium had their best World Cup performance since 1986, finishing in third place. In the quarterfinals, he scored one of the best tournament goal, a powerful shot against Brazil. De Bruyne was also chosen for the FIFA World Cup Dream Team.
2022 (Qatar): Belgium, who were expected to do well, were knocked out in the group stage. De Bruyne played only three games and didn’t score or assist.
Also Read: Lionel Messi’s World Cup Journey: A Little boy from Rosario to a World Champion
Legacy
- Belgium’s all-time top assist provider (beat Enzo Scifo in 2019).
- He is considered one of the best midfielders of his time because he plays early and makes precise, wide-ranging passes.
- He has played more than 110 matches for Belgium and scored 36 goals.
It’s his skill in important games, his strong creativity, and his clear leadership that make him probably the best midfielder of his generation on soccer’s biggest stage.
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