The Belgian football association is mired in debt and disbands national teams. What's behind the crisis?
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Belgian football is facing an unprecedented financial and organizational meltdown.
Details: According to insider Sacha Tavolieri, the Royal Belgian Football Association (RBFA) has racked up a critical debt of €8 million.
In a desperate bid to slash expenses, the leadership has taken a shocking step: Belgium has officially dissolved its U16 national team. This is a first in top-level football history, as a federation completely abandons an age category that’s traditionally seen as the breeding ground for future stars.
The situation is at boiling point: reports say that if the 'Red Devils' fail to reach at least the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup, the consequences for Belgian football could be nothing short of catastrophic.
Reminder: Belgian national team player Romelu Lukaku left Napoli without permission and skipped team training.
