Mohammed Fuseini Robbed in Broad Daylight in Brussels

Mohammed Fuseini, a 24-year-old Ghanaian striker for Belgian champions Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, was violently robbed in broad daylight in Brussels on Sunday, 26 July, in an attack that has sent shockwaves through the Belgian football community. According to VRT NWS, five masked men pulled Fuseini from his parked car, held him in a headlock, and stole his iPhone and a Rolex Datejust watch valued between €8,000 and €14,000.

The Incident

The attack occurred when Fuseini was sitting in his parked vehicle in Brussels. Three of the assailants restrained him while two accomplices searched his car. The robbery was captured on video, which was later published by Het Laatste Nieuws and added to the police investigation file.

The Brussels prosecutor’s office confirmed that Fuseini was one of three victims targeted in the same area. According to a statement reported by Voetbalbelgie.be, the prosecutor’s office said: “Three persons were victims of a theft with violence when they were going to their vehicles in Brussels. Several individuals attacked them and took various valuable objects, including watches, phones and personal belongings. Two victims suffered injuries leading to work incapacity.”

Hospital and Recovery

Fuseini was taken to hospital for a medical check-up. Union Saint-Gilloise later issued a statement:

“The images from last Sunday are particularly striking. He went to the hospital for a check-up and was excellently helped by the Brussels police, whom we warmly thank for their excellent work. The injuries are limited and he resumed training yesterday.”

Remarkably, Fuseini was back on the training pitch with Union Saint-Gilloise on Monday, 27 July — just one day after the attack.

Arrest and Investigation

The investigation has yielded a significant breakthrough. One suspect has been identified, arrested, and charged with “theft with violence committed by a gang.” A search of the suspect’s home recovered stolen items. The suspect has been placed under an arrest warrant, while the search for the remaining four accomplices continues, as reported by FCUpdate.nl.

The Brussels prosecutor’s office has opened a full judicial investigation and has stated that no further comments will be made in the interest of the ongoing investigation.

Player Profile and Context

Mohammed Gadafi Fuseini (born 16 May 2002, Accra, Ghana) joined Union Saint-Gilloise in July 2024 from Sturm Graz in Austria, following a loan spell at Danish club Randers FC. He has since become a key figure for the Brussels-based side, scoring 14 goals in 71 appearances across all competitions. His most notable achievement came in May 2026, when he scored the winning goal in the Belgian Cup final against Anderlecht.

Earlier in 2026, Fuseini signed a contract extension tying him to the club until 2028. Described by teammates as a well-liked personality in the dressing room, he missed a significant portion of the 2025-26 season due to an ankle injury but made a strong return.

Broader Concerns

The brazen nature of the daylight robbery has raised fresh concerns about safety in Brussels, particularly for high-profile athletes. Footballers across Europe have increasingly become targets for organized robbery gangs due to their visible wealth — luxury watches, cars, and branded accessories.

Union Saint-Gilloise, the reigning Belgian champions and Cup winners, are currently preparing for the 2026-27 season, which includes UEFA Champions League qualification. The club expressed gratitude to the Brussels police for their swift response and handling of the case.

What’s Next

The investigation into the four remaining suspects continues. Authorities have not disclosed whether the other two victims were also footballers or members of the public, nor the exact location of the attack. For Fuseini, the focus now returns to football as Union Saint-Gilloise continues its pre-season preparations ahead of what promises to be a demanding campaign both domestically and in Europe.