69 shots in the air: Belgium in crisis during the World Cup, failing to score against Iran’s veterans
The Belgian team continues to struggle in this tournament. Despite having a clear territorial advantage and control over the ball, the “Red Devils” have failed to score in four consecutive matches. Today’s game against Iran further highlighted the severity of the problem: 69 shots taken during the tournament, with no goals scored.
Iran fielded the oldest team in World Cup history, with an average age of 32 years and 181 days. The veterans of Iran effectively took advantage of Belgium’s weakness in the final stages of the game. Their strong defense, strict discipline, and experience allowed them to neutralize Belgium’s attacking efforts. The match turned into a tactical duel, with the favorites losing.
The situation in the group is becoming critical. If New Zealand and Egypt manage to draw in their parallel match, Belgium risks falling to last place. This isn’t just a statistical issue; it’s a sign of systemic crisis. From maintaining a standard game to maintaining psychological stability in the penalty area, there’s a serious problem.
The coaching staff needs to make quick decisions. Without changing the formation in the final third, rotating the attacking line, and working on executing opportunities, Belgium risks finishing the tournament early. The World Cup doesn’t tolerate statistical dominance without goals scored. It’s time for Belgium to change its tactics or face failure.