Charles De Ketelaere
BelgiumForwardAtalantaCharles De Ketelaere goes into World Cup 2026 as a forward with tournament responsibility for Belgium. He brings 28 caps and 5 goals into the tournament. Atalanta provides his recent club rhythm before the tournament. The focus is first touch near goal, separation in the box and work against centre-backs.
Group G
Jun 15, 2026vs Egypt - 12:00 PM PDT
Quick Facts
Charles De Ketelaere and Belgium World Cup 2026 Squad
Belgium selected Charles De Ketelaere for World Cup 2026 with a clear football task. As a forward, he can pull defenders away from the box, arrive for low crosses and keep pressure on clearances.
De Ketelaere is part of a group of 8 forwards, so the opponent and match state can affect his minutes.
International Record
Charles De Ketelaere brings 28 caps and 5 goals into the tournament.
De Ketelaere's senior international timeline dates back to 2020, which gives the record more weight than a simple squad listing.
International Record
- International record: Charles De Ketelaere enters the tournament with 28 caps and 5 goals for Belgium.
- World Cup 2026 role: Belgium list Charles De Ketelaere as a forward, with minutes linked to form, workload and game state.
- Group opponents: Belgium face Egypt, IR Iran and New Zealand in the group stage.
Playing Style and Strengths
De Ketelaere's World Cup value starts with first touch near goal, separation in the box and work against centre-backs.
De Ketelaere's touches around the area have to be clean because World Cup chances rarely stay open for long.
- Clinical finishing
- Penalty-area movement
- Near-post runs
- Pressing angles
- Center-back duels
- Rebound reactions
World Cup 2026 Fixtures
Belgium start against Egypt on 15 June 2026 in Seattle. For De Ketelaere, the first match is a direct test of match rhythm and role clarity.
IR Iran follow on 21 June 2026 in Los Angeles. For De Ketelaere, the second fixture can quickly change the selection picture if the opener leaves Belgium chasing points or protecting workload.
| Kickoff | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 15, 202612:00 PM PDT | Egypt | Seattle Stadium, Seattle |
| Jun 21, 202612:00 PM PDT |  IR Iran | Los Angeles Stadium, Los Angeles |
| Jun 26, 20268:00 PM PDT |  New Zealand | BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver |
Dates and kickoff times above are shown in the venue timezone.
Recent Form
Charles De Ketelaere played 31 Serie A matches for Atalanta in 2025/26, scoring 3 goals and providing 5 assists.
De Ketelaere's latest checked appearance came on June 2, 2026, with 73 minutes in Croatia versus Belgium.
Career Stats
Charles De Ketelaere brings 28 caps and 5 goals into the tournament.
For Belgium, the numbers guide the selection picture, but they do not replace match readiness. The opener still has to fit De Ketelaere's form and the opponent's plan.
| Field | Verified value |
|---|---|
| Team | Belgium |
| Position | Forward |
| Club | Atalanta |
| Caps | 28 |
| Goals | 5 |
| Born | 10 March 2001 |
World Cup 2026 Role
Charles De Ketelaere enters World Cup 2026 with Belgium as a forward. The senior record stands at 28 caps and 5 goals. Match role, form and group-stage needs will shape his minutes.
Belgium will judge him through training rhythm before the tournament. The useful signs are movement, finishing and pressing from the front.
Belgium start against Egypt on Jun 15, 2026 in Seattle. IR Iran and New Zealand come next in the group. The match order can affect workload and selection.
FAQ
Is Charles De Ketelaere in the Belgium World Cup 2026 squad?
Yes. Charles De Ketelaere is in Belgium's World Cup 2026 squad in the checked player data.
What position does Charles De Ketelaere play?
He is listed as a forward for Belgium.
How many international caps and goals does Charles De Ketelaere have?
He enters World Cup 2026 with 28 caps and 5 goals for Belgium.
Who are Belgium's World Cup 2026 group opponents?
Belgium face Egypt, IR Iran and New Zealand in the group stage.
When is Charles De Ketelaere's first World Cup 2026 match?
Belgium start against Egypt on 15 June 2026 in Seattle.
What is Charles De Ketelaere's latest club form?
He plays for Atalanta in the checked player facts.
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Group G Table
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belgium | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| 2 | Egypt | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 3 | IR Iran | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 | New Zealand | 3 | -6 | 1 |