Thomas Meunier

Analysis: Meunier had a difficult evening as Belgium's right-back in Monday's 1-1 draw with Egypt, registering one shot on target, one accurate cross and one tackle in a match where his side struggled to combine effectively down the right side and his forward runs rarely created the danger his team needed to break down a compact Egyptian defensive block. His ability to contribute in both directions will need to be more consistent in the remainder of Belgium's group stage campaign, with the right flank a key area for improvement heading into the Iran fixture.

May 28, 2026

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Meunier (undisclosed) was rested for Lille's season finale against Auxerre and featured in Thursday's 3-0 training match victory over Standard de Liege's reserve side, confirming he is fully available and expected to hold a starting role for the Red Devils at the World Cup, according to Yves Taildeman of DH Net.

Analysis: Meunier had been absent from Lille's final league fixture as a precautionary measure rather than any injury concern, and his participation in the national team's training match is the clearest sign yet that he heads into the tournament in good health. The experienced right-back ends the club season with one goal, three assists and 40 tackles across 33 games (26 starts) in all competitions for Lille, having been one of their most reliable defensive presences throughout the campaign, and will now shift his full attention to helping Belgium make a deep run at the World Cup this summer, as he is expected to start at right back for the Red Devils.

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