Michy Batshuayi received a significant birthday gift as he turned 20, being preselected by Belgian coach Marc Wilmots for Belgium’s two World Cup qualifying matches. The Standard striker has had a stellar start to the season in the Jupiler Pro League, and his performances earned him consideration for the national team.
Batshuayi, who expressed his desire to play with the first team, was included in the preselection for Belgium’s matches against Croatia and Wales. With uncertainty surrounding Christian Benteke’s participation due to injury, Batshuayi’s inclusion offers him an opportunity to make an impact.
The final squad list will be revealed on Thursday, and it remains to be seen if Michy Batshuayi’s recent incident with a fake pistol will have any influence on Marc Wilmots’ decision. Wilmots is known for prioritizing discipline within the team.
