UPDATE: Belgium Scores Three in 11 Minutes to Take 3–1 Lead Over Italy in Brussels

Belgium turned an early deficit into a 3–1 lead over Italy on Sunday, Nov. 15, in their UEFA Nations League match at King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels. Jérémy Doku scored Belgium’s third goal in the 26th minute.

Francesco Pio Esposito put Italy ahead in the 11th minute. Maxim De Cuyper equalized in the 15th, and Nathan Ngoy put Belgium ahead in the 22nd after a corner. Charles De Ketelaere set up both De Cuyper’s equalizer and Doku’s goal.

What the Score Means for Qualification

Belgium will reach the quarterfinals if it holds on to win. Italy can still qualify with a draw. If Italy loses, it needs Türkiye to beat France in the other Group A1 match.