Pitch invaders interrupt Senegal versus Belgium World Cup match in Seattle

During the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match between Senegal and Belgium in Seattle, play was briefly interrupted in the 31st minute. The incident occurred six minutes after a goal scored by Diarra at the 25th minute mark. Three individuals entered the field of play, necessitating intervention by security personnel. The intruders were quickly apprehended and removed from the pitch. During the event, the participants wore t-shirts promoting an online cryptocurrency casino based on the Autonomous Island of Anjouan. Reports indicate this gambling platform has previously established partnerships with influencer Andrew Tate. Official match broadcasts did not show footage of the intrusion or the subsequent security response. The match resumed after a short delay.