Belgium force World Cup extra-time after Trossard and Tielemans clash

Belgium fought back from a two-goal deficit to force extra-time against Senegal in their World Cup clash after Premier League duo Leandro Trossard and Youri Tielemans were involved in a heated on-pitch altercation.

Rudi Garcia’s side were trailing 2-0 midway through the second half in Washington following goals from Habib Diarra and Ismaila Sarr.

Frustrations boiled over just before a hydration break when a dangerous delivery into the penalty area failed to attract any attackers.

The Arsenal winger and the Aston Villa midfielder exchanged angry words before being physically separated by substitute Nicolas Raskin and veteran striker Romelu Lukaku.

Dramatic turnaround spares Belgian blushes

The European nation had flattered to deceive for much of the contest, staring at an early tournament exit against an African side positioned below them in the FIFA world rankings.

However, the internal confrontation appeared to galvanise the 2018 semi-finalists completely against the run of play.

The Napoli forward sparked the revival in the 86th minute, converting a loose ball from Thomas Meunier at the near post with a clinical first-time finish.

Premier League duo combine for late equaliser

With just four minutes remaining on the clock, the previously arguing team-mates combined perfectly to rescue their nation.

The former Brighton attacker delivered a looping cross towards the far post, allowing his midfield compatriot to rise highest and power a header past Senegalese goalkeeper Mory Diaw.

The pair immediately buried the hatchet, sharing an embrace as they returned to the halfway line having successfully dragged the match into extra-time.