Summary

Romelu Lukaku (Belgium), Forward, 127 caps, 90 international goals, model: 9.4% to score anytime at WC 2026

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Romelu Lukaku

#9 Forward SSC Napoli (ITA) Belgium

Romelu Lukaku is a 33-year-old forward for SSC Napoli (ITA) and Belgium. He has earned 127 caps and 90 international goals for Belgium. Our model puts Belgium's title chance at 4% with a 95% shot at clearing the group stage at World Cup 2026. Romelu has collected 7 career honours, making him one of the most decorated players at this tournament.

127 Caps

90 Goals

1 Season goals

0 Assists

6.52 Form rating

Age33Height1.90 m (6 ft 3 in)Weight203 lbsMarket value€10.8M

View next match prediction See Belgium team page

Betting Relevance

Anytime scorer angle High

High shots volume High

Tournament form Below par

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Romelu Lukaku · the model’s read

Romelu Lukaku brings 127 caps and 90 international goals for Belgium at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, lining up as a forward. At club level they play for SSC Napoli (ITA). That record is the base the model weighs alongside current form and the strength of the group.

The model rates Lukaku's anytime-goalscoring probability at 9.4% at this tournament — a long shot read. That comes from an expected 0.13 goal contributions (xG + xA) over the projected minutes. Like every probability on the site, it is a long-run likelihood, not a guarantee that a goal arrives in any one match.

Romelu Lukaku: World Cup 2026 Form

How Romelu has rated match-by-match at World Cup 2026.

6.5

Avg rating 3 games · WC 2026

7.5

Last match vs New Zealand

Trending up

6.2

vs Egypt

24 min

5.7

vs Iran

73 min

7.5

vs New Zealand

11 min · 1G 1A

Romelu Lukaku: Tournament Form vs Career Baseline

Per-90 output at World Cup 2026 (3 games) alongside the career baseline (25 matches on record), so you can read current form against the track record.

World Cup 2026 6.5

Career baseline 6.6

3.33 Shotsper 90 min 2.84

0.83 Shots on targetper 90 min 1.42

0.83 Key passesper 90 min 0.98

— Tacklesper 90 min 0.09

0.83 Ball recoveriesper 90 min 1.6

33 Touchesper 90 min 26

At World Cup 2026, Romelu is rating 6.5 — in line with his 6.6 career baseline.

Belgium Squad

Full squad

Romelu is part of a Belgium squad heading to World Cup 2026 in Group G.

Axel Witsel Midfielder 0.57 Key passes / 90

Kevin De Bruyne Midfielder 2.95 Key passes / 90

Thibaut Courtois Goalkeeper 7.0 Career rating

Youri Tielemans Midfielder 1.83 Key passes / 90

Thomas Meunier Defender 1.55 Tackles / 90

Timothy Castagne Defender 1.78 Tackles / 90

Romelu Lukaku: Career History

Club career, most recent first.

Roma

2023 - 2024

Inter

2022 - 2023

Chelsea

2021 - 2024

Inter

2019 - 2021

Manchester United

2017 - 2019

Everton

2013 - 2017

West Brom

2012 - 2013

Chelsea

2011 - 2014

Anderlecht

2006 - 2011

Lierse

2004 - 2006

Honours

The major titles and individual awards, grouped by competition.

7 TOTAL HONOURS

BIGGEST ACHIEVEMENTS

2× Italian Serie A 2020-2021, 2024-2025

1× Belgian Pro League 2009-2010

1× English FA Cup 2011-2012

HONOURS SNAPSHOT

2 League Titles

3 Cup Competitions

0 International

0 Individual Awards

League Titles 2

2× Italian Serie A
2020-20212024-2025
1× Belgian Pro League
2009-2010

Cup Competitions 3

1× English FA Cup
2011-2012
1× FIFA Club World Cup
2021
1× Italian Coppa Italia
2022-2023

Career Milestones

Key landmarks from Romelu's career.

2 LandmarksTop career moments

2 ClubsAcross top leagues

7 AchievementsMajor honours

FIFA World Cup Player Of The Match Belgium ·

FIFA World Cup

Award

Serie A Footballer of the Year Inter Milan ·

Serie A

Award

Romelu Lukaku: Quick Facts

#9Shirt number

33Age

1.90 m (6 ft 3 in)Height

203 lbsWeight

Antwerpen, BelgiumBirthplace

SSC Napoli (ITA)Club

Romelu in pictures

Romelu Lukaku — Illustration — Illustration

Part of the Belgium squad at World Cup 2026

Belgium team page

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Frequently Asked Questions

What position does Romelu Lukaku play?

Romelu Lukaku plays as a Forward for SSC Napoli (ITA). At World Cup 2026 they represent Belgium.

How many caps does Romelu Lukaku have?

Romelu Lukaku has 127 international caps for Belgium, with 90 international goals.

What trophies has Romelu Lukaku won?

Romelu Lukaku has won 7 career honours. Notable titles include Italian Serie A (x2), Belgian Pro League (x1), English FA Cup (x1).

What is Belgium's chance of winning World Cup 2026?

Our model puts Belgium at 4% to win World Cup 2026 and 95% to advance from the group stage.

Which group is Belgium in at World Cup 2026?

Belgium are in Group G at World Cup 2026, facing Egypt, Iran, New Zealand.