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1998 in Belgium

Explore 4 historical events and records for Belgium in 1998.

Historical records for Belgium in 1998

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June

Two World Cup Goals Against Mexico

Wilmots, Marc ยท Bordeaux ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Scores twice as Belgium draw 2-2 with Mexico in the World Cup group stage.

World Cup Goal Against South Korea

Nilis, Luc ยท Paris ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Scores Belgium's early goal in the 1-1 World Cup draw with South Korea.

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Professor Emeritus

Englert, Francois ยท Brussels ยท Science / Physics

Becomes professor emeritus at the Universite Libre de Bruxelles after decades of teaching and research.

Verheyen Helps Brugge Regain League Title

Verheyen, Gert ยท Bruges ยท Forward ยท Sport / Football

Gert Verheyen's sharp movement and finishing contribute to another Belgian championship for Club Brugge.

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