In a recent interview marking the 40th anniversary of the 1986 FIFA World Cup, former Belgium captain Eric Gerets reflected on a famous internal conflict within the Red Devils squad. Gerets stated that midfielder René Vandereycken 'was right' about the dispute that divided the team during the tournament in Mexico.
The clash, which occurred during the 1986 World Cup, involved a disagreement over tactics and leadership. Vandereycken, known for his outspoken nature, had criticized the team's approach, leading to tensions. Gerets, now 72, acknowledged that time has proven Vandereycken's perspective correct, though he did not specify the exact details of the argument.
Belgium reached the semi-finals in 1986, their best World Cup performance until 2018, losing to Argentina. The team was managed by Guy Thys and featured stars like Jan Ceulemans and Enzo Scifo. Gerets' admission sheds new light on one of the most memorable campaigns in Belgian football history.
