Sports

Belgium crash out early from Qatar World Cup

"Today we were ready, we created opportunities and there are no regrets. We're out but we can leave with our heads held high."

Thursday, 1 December 2022

Almost 3 million watched Belgium–Morocco match

Belgium's 2-0 defeat amassed a 77% audience share among French-speaking viewers and 88.2% in Flanders.

Monday, 28 November 2022

Most Morocco fans celebrated peacefully, some even cleaned up streets

"It is ridiculous that people have to answer for a small percentage of a population."

Monday, 28 November 2022

Expert precautions to enjoy outdoor exercise in winter

Exercising outdoors during the cold months has many health benefits, however, precautions are advised to ensure safety and lower the risk of injury.

Sunday, 27 November 2022

Red Devils coach Martinez: 'We are not yet the best Belgium'

"The players are overwhelmed by the responsibilities they carry, they must dare to play freely and find the pleasure of playing."

Sunday, 27 November 2022

Where to play football in Brussels

The Brussels Times offers its suggestions on where to play the beautiful game in and around Europe's capital city.

Saturday, 26 November 2022

Qatar 2022: Eden Hazard uncomfortable talking about armband issue

“We’re here to play football. I’m not here to pass on a political message. There are people better placed for that. We want to concentrate on football.”

Friday, 25 November 2022

Belgium fortunate to beat Canada in opening World Cup match

"We need to appreciate the win. We didn’t play well, that's clear. But when a team can win a game without playing well, it’s a lot to build on."

Thursday, 24 November 2022

Union Saint-Gilloise club named 'Brusseleir of the Year'

Usually handed out to individuals, the Brusseleir of the Year prize for 2022 was given to the club for their impressive return to the top of Belgian football.

Thursday, 24 November 2022

World Cup 2022: Michy Batshuayi: 'We've got to get better'

“He shouted. He wasn’t happy. He told us to keep the ball, and to set our pace in the game."

Wednesday, 23 November 2022

Japan complete late comeback to beat Germany 2-1

Japan scored two late goals within 10 minutes to humble four-time world champions Germany.

Wednesday, 23 November 2022

'Red card for FIFA': Red Devils urged to take a stand for LGBTQ rights

"Members of the LGBTQ community are jailed for up to seven years (in Qatar) and subjected to physical and verbal violence."

Wednesday, 23 November 2022

German national team cover mouths in World Cup protest

"Denying us the armband is the same as denying us a voice. We stand by our position."

Wednesday, 23 November 2022

Jan Vertonghen upset at One Love ban despite starting against Canada

Martinez has indicated that he would be starting with several of Belgium's 'golden generation' such as Hazard, Axel Witsel, with Toby Alderweireld and Jan Vertonghen in defence.

Wednesday, 23 November 2022

'Canada can lift World Cup': Brugge's Buchanan defiant before Belgium clash

Ahead of Belgium vs Canada this evening, The Brussels Times spoke with Canadian players who play in Belgium on their World Cup chances.

Wednesday, 23 November 2022

Saudi Arabia stun Argentina to end 36-match unbeaten run

Saudi Arabia are the first Asian nation to beat Argentina at the World Cup.

Tuesday, 22 November 2022

Red Devils condemned by former State Secretary over One Love armband decision

Sammy Mahdi (CD&V) stated that "we cannot take a knee at every game (in protest against racism) and give in to the threat as a yellow card in Qatar."

Tuesday, 22 November 2022

Red Devils' sponsors adjust World Cup messaging to avoid backlash

"We really hope that Belgians make this distinction between us, who support the Belgian Football Association, of which no one has any complaints, and the organisation in Qatar and FIFA."

Tuesday, 22 November 2022

FIFA forces Belgium to remove word ‘Love’ from second World Cup shirt

Designed in partnership with Tomorrowland, the design was intended to promote "LOVE in times of turmoil.”

Monday, 21 November 2022

Just over 1 million Belgians tuned into opening World Cup match

In comparison, the opening match of the 2018 World Cup on RTBF attracted over four times the number of spectators .

Monday, 21 November 2022