Argentina vs Belgium: World Cup head-to-head record
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Argentina leads Belgium 2-1 in their World Cup head-to-head record across three meetings between 1982 and 2014. The South Americans won their crucial knockout encounters in 1986 and 2014, while Belgium claimed victory in their only group stage meeting in 1982.
These three matches showcase contrasting fortunes: Belgium's early upset, Argentina's semi-final revenge, and a tight quarter-final that helped propel Argentina to the 2014 final.
Complete World Cup Record
The Argentina-Belgium World Cup rivalry spans over three decades, with each meeting occurring in a different tournament format. Belgium struck first with a 1-0 group stage victory in 1982, but Argentina responded emphatically in their subsequent encounters during knockout phases.
Argentina's 1986 semi-final triumph was part of Diego Maradona's legendary World Cup campaign that ended in glory, while their 2014 quarter-final victory helped Lionel Messi's generation reach the final. For live scores and tournament brackets during the 2026 World Cup, fans can track matches on Bola 2026.
| Year | Stage | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Group Stage | Argentina 0-1 Belgium |
| 1986 | Semi-final | Argentina 2-0 Belgium |
| 2014 | Quarter-final | Argentina 1-0 Belgium |
Frequently asked questions
How many times have Argentina and Belgium played at the World Cup?
Argentina and Belgium have met 3 times in World Cup history: in 1982, 1986, and 2014.
What is Argentina's World Cup record against Belgium?
Argentina leads the head-to-head record 2-1, having won in 1986 (2-0) and 2014 (1-0), while losing 0-1 in 1982.
When did Belgium last beat Argentina at the World Cup?
Belgium last defeated Argentina at the 1982 World Cup with a 1-0 victory during the group stage.