Belgium and Mexico Draw 1-1 in Chicago Friendly Match

In a friendly match held at Soldier Field in Chicago, Belgium and Mexico ended in a 1-1 draw. Mexico took the lead in the 19th minute when Jorg Sanchez scored from a corner, slotting the ball home while falling backward.

Belgium responded immediately after the break, with Dodi Lukebakio seizing a gap in the Mexican defense to unleash a powerful strike from distance, equalizing in the 46th minute. Both teams utilized substitutions in the second half to give players the opportunity to stake their claim for a spot in the final 26-man World Cup squad.

Prior to this match, Belgium had a notable victory against the United States, winning 5-2. Mexico's next friendly is scheduled against Ghana on May 22, ahead of their World Cup run from June 11 to July 19, co-hosted by Mexico, the U.S., and Canada.