Belgium to field Lukaku despite lack of playing time
1 year, 4 months ago

Belgium to field Lukaku despite lack of playing time

The Hindu  

Belgium coach Domenico Tedesco says he will have no hesitation throwing Romelu Lukaku into the attack for Saturday’s European Championship qualifier away against Azerbaijan even if the striker has only played 20 minutes this season. The 30-year-old striker, whose 75 goals in 108 matches for Belgium make him the country’s top goalscorer, moved on loan from Chelsea to AS Roma days before the recent transfer window closed and had his first run out off the bench on Sept. 1 when his side lost at home to AC Milan. RELATED | Yamal becomes youngest ever Spain player at 16 “Romelu is ready to play,” was the emphatic message from Tedesco at the pre-match press conference on Friday. Belgium, however, must do without first-choice goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois and midfield general Kevin De Bruyne, who Tedesco said was irreplaceable.

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Lukaku back for Belgium in last-ditch bid to make Nations League quarters
2 months ago

Lukaku back for Belgium in last-ditch bid to make Nations League quarters

The Hindu  

Belgium has recalled top-scorer Romelu Lukaku to its 23-man squad for its last two Nations League group matches against Italy and Israel as it makes a last-ditch effort to reach the quarterfinals, coach Domenico Tedesco said on Friday. Lukaku was left out of the squad for its opening four Nations League matches over the last two months. Yet Tedesco said …

Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne embody the best and worst of Belgium in vital win over Romania
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne embody the best and worst of Belgium in vital win over Romania

The Independent  

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Euro 2024: Belgium stunned by Slovakia 1-0 with VAR denying Lukaku twice
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Belgium stunned by Slovakia 1-0 with VAR denying Lukaku twice

The Hindu  

Two Romelu Lukaku goals were ruled out by video review and Belgium fell to a stunning 1-0 loss to Slovakia in wild Group E at the European Championship on June 17. Slovakia struck in the seventh minute through forward Ivan Schranz then survived a string of misses by Belgium record scorer Lukaku, whose two second-half goals were overturned after first …

Belgium stunned by Slovakia 1-0 with VAR denying Lukaku twice at Euro 2024
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Belgium stunned by Slovakia 1-0 with VAR denying Lukaku twice at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

FRANKFURT, Germany — Two Romelu Lukaku goals were ruled out by video review and Belgium fell to a stunning 1-0 loss to Slovakia in wild Group E at the European Championship on Monday. Slovakia struck in the seventh minute through forward Ivan Schranz then survived a string of misses by Belgium record scorer Lukaku, whose two second-half goals were overturned …

De Bruyne, Lukaku still the keys for rebuilding Belgium
7 months ago

De Bruyne, Lukaku still the keys for rebuilding Belgium

New Indian Express  

PARIS: A woeful 2022 World Cup campaign marred by infighting marked the end of the road for much of Belgium's venerated golden generation, but two integral figures, Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku, remain in a squad comprising plenty of fresh faces. After the high of a third-place finish at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, Belgium failed to live …

Lukaku fit to face England as Belgium seeks improvement
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Lukaku fit to face England as Belgium seeks improvement

The Hindu  

Belgium’s record scorer Romelu Lukaku will be fit to face England in a friendly at Wembley on Tuesday and adds considerable firepower to an attack that looked devoid of ideas in the disappointing 0-0 draw with Ireland last weekend. “Lukaku is ready to start,” the coach told reporters on Monday, before confirming that goalkeeper Koen Casteels remains sidelined with a …

Courtois says he won’t play at Euro 2024 due to injury. Belgium goalkeeper has quarreled with coach
1 year ago

Courtois says he won’t play at Euro 2024 due to injury. Belgium goalkeeper has quarreled with coach

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois won’t be able to play at the European Championship next summer because of the long-term knee injury that has sidelined him since the start of the season, he said Tuesday. “Due to the injury, there will be no European Championships for me anyway,” Courtois said. “On the Saturday of the match, a few hours …

Euro 2024 qualifiers: Lukaku’s four-goal haul lifts Belgium to big win over Azerbaijan
1 year, 1 month ago

Euro 2024 qualifiers: Lukaku’s four-goal haul lifts Belgium to big win over Azerbaijan

The Hindu  

Striker Romelo Lukaku scored four goals in 20 first-half minutes as brilliant Belgium cruised to an emphatic 5-0 victory over 10-man Azerbaijan in a Euro 2024 Group F qualifier in blustery Brussels on Sunday. The home side was 4-0 up inside 37 minutes as it profited from an early red card for Azerbaijan’s Eddy Israfilov who was sent off for …

Lukaku backs Belgium return for Courtois after spat with coach
1 year, 2 months ago

Lukaku backs Belgium return for Courtois after spat with coach

The Hindu  

Belgium’s stand-in captain Romelu Lukaku said he would welcome Thibaut Courtois back into the national team with open arms after the goalkeeper walked out of the squad in June. Overlooked for the stand-in captain’s role, Courtois refused to play in June’s European Championship qualifier against Estonia, according to coach Domenico Tedesco who this week said he had since had no …

Euro 2024 Qualifiers: Lucky goal sends Belgium top of group
1 year, 4 months ago

Euro 2024 Qualifiers: Lucky goal sends Belgium top of group

The Hindu  

Yannick Carrasco scored a fortuitous goal as injury-hit Belgium won 1-0 in Azerbaijan on Saturday and went top of European Championship qualifying Group F, overcoming a poor pitch and soaring temperatures to register the victory. Belgium looked to go on the attack from the start with Leandro Trossard hitting the post after a neat pass from Romelu Lukaku, playing despite …

Lukaku gets Belgium call-up for Euro Qualifiers despite lack of playing time
1 year, 4 months ago

Lukaku gets Belgium call-up for Euro Qualifiers despite lack of playing time

The Hindu  

Belgium’s record scorer Romelu Lukaku has been called up to its squad for this month’s European Championship qualifiers, coach Domenico Tedesco said on Friday, despite the striker not yet playing this season. Lukaku signed a one-year loan deal at AS Roma on Thursday and could start on the bench against AC Milan this weekend, but a call-up to the Belgium …

Euro 2024 qualifier: Lukaku double steers Belgium to victory in Estonia
1 year, 6 months ago

Euro 2024 qualifier: Lukaku double steers Belgium to victory in Estonia

The Hindu  

Stand-in captain Romelu Lukaku scored twice in three minutes and Johan Bakayoko netted his first international goal as Belgium ended a tumultuous few days with a 3-0 victory over Estonia in their Euro 2024 Group F qualifier on Tuesday. The visitors had been rocked by a row between new coach Domenico Tedesco and veteran goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in the build-up …

Lukaku equalizes for exciting Belgium in draw with Austria
1 year, 6 months ago

Lukaku equalizes for exciting Belgium in draw with Austria

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — The rebuilding of Belgium looks well on track under Domenico Tedesco, even without Kevin De Bruyne. Jeremy Doku, Dodi Lukebakio and Yannick Carrasco started alongside Romelu Lukaku, who was handed the captain’s armband in the absence of the injured De Bruyne. Without De Bruyne and Amadou Onana, Belgium’s midfield struggled in the first half but adapted and its …

Heartbreak for misfiring Lukaku as Belgium exits FIFA World Cup after draw with Croatia
2 years, 1 month ago

Heartbreak for misfiring Lukaku as Belgium exits FIFA World Cup after draw with Croatia

The Hindu  

Romelu Lukaku, who was introduced as a half-time substitute in Belgium’s must-win Group F match against Croatia, had three solid chances to score for Belgium, but could not convert any, as it got knocked out of the FIFA World Cup after a goalless draw. Lukaku’s third chance came in the 90th minute, which was arguably his best chance to score …

Lukaku breaks dugout window in frustration after Belgium crashes out of FIFA World Cup
2 years, 1 month ago

Lukaku breaks dugout window in frustration after Belgium crashes out of FIFA World Cup

The Hindu  

Belgian forward Romelu Lukaku broke the plexiglass window of his team’s dugout after his side was knocked out of the FIFA World Cup following a goalless draw with Croatia on Thursday. Lukaku, who was introduced as a half-time substitute, had three big chances to score for Belgium, but could not convert as it got knocked out of the FIFA World …

Football fans SLAM Belgium as they crash out at the group stage
2 years, 1 month ago

Football fans SLAM Belgium as they crash out at the group stage

Daily Mail  

Fans have hit out at Belgium's disappointing World Cup exit in the group stage after a limp goalless draw against Croatia - in what was a must-win game for the Red Devils. This latest tournament disappointment has left many fans lambasting the end of Belgium's so-called 'golden generation' of players, and some viewers have pointed the finger directly at Martinez …

Eden Hazard dropped for Croatia vs Belgium but De Bruyne and Vertonghen start
2 years, 1 month ago

Eden Hazard dropped for Croatia vs Belgium but De Bruyne and Vertonghen start

Daily Mail  

Eden Hazard has been dropped for Belgium's crunch clash against Croatia, though Roberto Martinez has opted to name both Kevin De Bruyne and Jan Vertonghen in his starting XI. French newspaper L'Equipe then claimed De Bruyne, Vertonghen and Hazard clashed in the dressing room following the defeat to Morocco, reporting Romelu Lukaku had to pull his team-mates apart. Belgium captain …

Belgium World Cup 2022 squad: Romelu Lukaku selected for Qatar despite injury concerns
2 years, 2 months ago

Belgium World Cup 2022 squad: Romelu Lukaku selected for Qatar despite injury concerns

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Romelu Lukaku has been named as part of …

Belgium Coach Roberto Martinez Open up on Romelu Lukaku’s Potential Chelsea Exit
2 years, 6 months ago

Belgium Coach Roberto Martinez Open up on Romelu Lukaku’s Potential Chelsea Exit

News 18  

Belgium manager Roberto Martinez spoke out on the uncertainty surrounding Belgium and Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku’s future in the coming transfer window. Lukaku joined Chelsea in the summer of 2021 for a whopping £97.5M, which is the club’s most expensive signing. According to a report by Goal, Martinez analyzed Lukaku’s transfer scenario for the upcoming summer window. According to a …

UEFA Nations League: Lukaku back in training, Hazard could start for Belgium, says coach Matinez
2 years, 7 months ago

UEFA Nations League: Lukaku back in training, Hazard could start for Belgium, says coach Matinez

The Hindu  

Belgium’s top scorer Romelu Lukaku returned to training ahead of Friday’s Nations League derby against the Netherlands while captain Eden Hazard is unlikely to play a full 90 minutes, coach Roberto Martinez said on Thursday. If he has a good session, I don't see why he can't play," Martinez told a news conference ahead of the clash in Brussels. Belgium …

Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard and Romelu Lukaku Return as Belgium at Full-Strength For National League Training Camp
2 years, 7 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard and Romelu Lukaku Return as Belgium at Full-Strength For National League Training Camp

News 18  

Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard and Romelu Lukaku were all called back into the 32-man Belgium squad on Wednesday ahead of upcoming Nations League matches. But with the Nov. 21-Dec. 18 World Cup in Qatar to prepare for and competitive matches back on the schedule, Martinez said it’s crucial for the core of his team to spend time together. “Let’s …

Belgium back to full strength for Nations League games
2 years, 7 months ago

Belgium back to full strength for Nations League games

The Hindu  

Belgium returned to a full-strength as coach Roberto Martinez named a 32-man squad on Wednesday for four Nations League matches next month. "The last match camp I was trying to see a little less experienced players in that environment, and I thought the experience was really valuable for us to get information. But this is the real competitive camp, we …

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Belgium call up two new players as injured Lukaku misses out
3 years, 2 months ago

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Belgium call up two new players as injured Lukaku misses out

The Hindu  

Belgium must do without injured striker Romelu Lukaku for their last two World Cup qualifiers this month with coach Roberto Martinez naming two uncapped players on Friday in his squad for the matches against Estonia and Wales. Lukaku, who is Belgium's all-time top goal scorer with 68 goals in 101 appearances, suffered an ankle injury last month, playing in the …

Romelu Lukaku WILL play for Chelsea against Aston Villa on Saturday
3 years, 4 months ago

Romelu Lukaku WILL play for Chelsea against Aston Villa on Saturday

Daily Mail  

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has confirmed Romelu Lukaku is fit to play against Aston Villa on Saturday, but both N'Golo Kante and Christian Pulisic are sidelined. Striker Lukaku required a scan on a thigh injury sustained on international duty with Belgium, during which he scored three goals despite missing one of their three matches through suspension. Thomas Tuchel has confirmed …

Romelu Lukaku scores in 100th international as Belgium beat Czech Republic
3 years, 4 months ago

Romelu Lukaku scores in 100th international as Belgium beat Czech Republic

India TV News  

Romelu Lukaku celebrated his 100th international with a goal as Belgium opened up a six-point lead after a 3-0 win against the Czech Republic in World Cup qualifying. Gareth Bale earlier scored a hat trick — including two penalties and a last-minute winner — as Wales beat Belarus 3-2 in Europe's Group E on Sunday. After going nearly two years …

Centurion Lukaku sets Belgium on their way to convincing win over Czechs
3 years, 4 months ago

Centurion Lukaku sets Belgium on their way to convincing win over Czechs

The Hindu  

Romelu Lukaku marked his 100th cap with an early goal to set Belgium on their way to an impressive 3-0 win over the Czech Republic in their World Cup qualifier in Brussels on Sunday. It was Lukaku's 67th goal for his country and came after eight minutes, followed by a second from captain Eden Hazard four minutes before halftime. Substitute …

Romelu Lukaku scores twice as Belgium beats Estonia 5-2 in World Cup qualifier
3 years, 4 months ago

Romelu Lukaku scores twice as Belgium beats Estonia 5-2 in World Cup qualifier

The Hindu  

Romelu Lukaku scored twice as Belgium overcame an early scare to crush Estonia 5-2 away on Thursday and solidify its position at the top of World Cup qualifying Group E. Lukaku took his international record to 66 goals in his 99th appearance after Belgium was shocked when Estonia captain Matthias Kait stole the ball in midfield and thundered home a …

Euro 2020: Belgium takes on Italy for a spot in semifinals
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Belgium takes on Italy for a spot in semifinals

India TV News  

Belgium’s leading scorer at the European Championship is no stranger to Italy’s veteran defenders. I estimate the odds 50-50,” said Belgium midfielder Thorgan Hazard, Eden’s younger brother and the scorer of the only goal in the team's 1-0 victory over Portugal in the last round. “The most serious mistake would be to think that we’ve already done something great.” Neither …

Highlights, Euro 2020, Finland vs Belgium: Lukaku scores as Belgium win 2-0
3 years, 6 months ago

Highlights, Euro 2020, Finland vs Belgium: Lukaku scores as Belgium win 2-0

Firstpost  

Follow all the live action from the Group B match between Finland and Belgium on Firstpost.com’s LIVE blog! Team Report: Captain Eden Hazard and star midfielder Kevin De Bruyne will make their first starts of Euro 2020 on Monday for Belgium in their last Group B game against Finland in Saint Petersburg. Real Madrid’s Hazard endured an injury-hit season and …

Euro 2020: 'Chris, Love you' - Romelu Lukaku dedicates Belgium goal to Christian Eriksen
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: 'Chris, Love you' - Romelu Lukaku dedicates Belgium goal to Christian Eriksen

The Hindu  

Romelu Lukaku’s first thought after scoring at the European Championship wasn’t to celebrate with his Belgium teammates. Love you,” Lukaku said straight into a TV camera at Saint Petersburg Stadium in a mixture of English and Dutch, his touching words directed at Denmark player Christian Eriksen. Lukaku had taken the field in Belgium’s 3-0 win over Russia on Saturday only …

Romelu Lukaku sends message to Christian Eriksen as Belgium win at Euro 2020
3 years, 6 months ago

Romelu Lukaku sends message to Christian Eriksen as Belgium win at Euro 2020

India TV News  

Romelu Lukaku delivered a heartfelt message to Denmark player Christian Eriksen after scoring the first of his two goals in Belgium's 3-0 win over Russia on Saturday at the European Championship. Lukaku plays for Italian team Inter Milan alongside Eriksen, who needed urgent medical treatment before being taken to the hospital after collapsing on the field during Denmark's match against …

Romelu Lukaku is finally getting the respect he deserves
3 years, 6 months ago

Romelu Lukaku is finally getting the respect he deserves

New York Times  

On the evening of Roberto Martinez’s first match in charge of Belgium in 2016, Romelu Lukaku, the greatest goalscorer in the history of the Belgian national team, was placed on the bench. Mourinho admitted on talkSPORT this week that Lukaku’s experience at Old Trafford “hurt” the forward and the Portuguese coach added: “I believed he got in Inter something that …

Euro 2020: Lukaku helps Belgium beat Russia in comfortable campaign start
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Lukaku helps Belgium beat Russia in comfortable campaign start

The Hindu  

Belgium eased to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Russia on Saturday with two goals from Romelu Lukaku and one from Thomas Meunier to confirm their status among the European Championship favourites. Lukaku scored his second of the night two minutes from the end -- extending his record tally for his country to 62 goals. #Eriksen | #BELRUS | #Euro2020pic.twitter.com/m6nCf9lATP — …

Belgium vs Russia Football, UEFA Euro 2020 : Romelu Lukaku Nets a Brace in Red Devils' 3-0 Win
3 years, 6 months ago

Belgium vs Russia Football, UEFA Euro 2020 : Romelu Lukaku Nets a Brace in Red Devils' 3-0 Win

News 18  

Kevin de Bruyne will not play for Belgium in Saturday’s opening group game against Russia at the European Championship because he is still following an individual training program after an operation on his fractured nose and eye socket. Full Coverage: Euro 2020 Belgium coach Roberto Martinez said Friday he expects the Manchester City midfielder to join full training with the …

Nations League: Lukaku double sends Belgium into final four - Football news - Sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

Nations League: Lukaku double sends Belgium into final four - Football news - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Romelu Lukaku underlined his status as Belgium's key attacker with two goals to help his team book its place in next year's Nations League finals with a 4-2 home victory over Denmark on Wednesday. Belgium finished five points clear at the top of League A Group 2 and will meet world champion France and former World Cup winners Italy and …

UEFA Nations League: Lukaku double Belgium win 2-1 Iceland, mbappe griezmann france beat croatia
4 years, 2 months ago

UEFA Nations League: Lukaku double Belgium win 2-1 Iceland, mbappe griezmann france beat croatia

The Hindu  

Stand-in captain Romelu Lukaku scored twice as Belgium got back to winning ways with a 2-1 away victory over Iceland in the Nations League on Wednesday. Mbappe strike gives France 2-1 win in Croatia France stretched its unbeaten run against Croatia to eight games after a late goal by Kylian Mbappe gave the world champion a 2-1 win in the …

Romelu Lukaku news: Striker sets sights on landmark 50th Belgium goal but insists he's 'relaxed'
5 years, 4 months ago

Romelu Lukaku news: Striker sets sights on landmark 50th Belgium goal but insists he's 'relaxed'

Daily Mail  

Romelu Lukaku has insisted he feels no pressure to score his 50th goal for Belgium after moving one goal from the milestone following his strike in a 4-0 Euro 2020 qualifying win at Scotland. The Inter Milan striker scored the opener after an assist from Kevin De Bruyne, who also set up Thomas Vermaelen and Toby Alderweireld, before completing the …

Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne: Am I the world's best player? Fortunately I don't have to judge
5 years, 4 months ago

Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne: Am I the world's best player? Fortunately I don't have to judge

The Hindu  

Belgium and Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne is just focused on playing well after it was put to him that he is the most in-form player in the world. De Bruyne produced another scintillating display with three assists and a goal as Belgium eased past Scotland 4-0 in Euro 2020 qualifying on Monday. RELATED| De Bruyne shines as Belgium …

Romelu Lukaku is not afraid to leave, claims former Belgium coach Georges Leekens
5 years, 5 months ago

Romelu Lukaku is not afraid to leave, claims former Belgium coach Georges Leekens

The Hindu  

Romelu Lukaku is "not afraid" to seek a transfer in order to find a club where he feels wanted, according to former Belgium coach Georges Leekens, who backed the striker to "take a little bit of revenge" by leaving Manchester United. Inter is reportedly keen to take Lukaku to San Siro and the 26-year-old told reporters they would "know something …

Romelu Lukaku urged to leave Manchester United
5 years, 6 months ago

Romelu Lukaku urged to leave Manchester United

The Hindu  

Belgium boss Roberto Martinez urged Romelu Lukaku to leave Manchester United ahead of the new Premier League season to get his career back on track. The 26-year-old scored 15 goals in 45 appearances for United in all competitions last term and Martinez stressed the importance of Belgium's leading man finding a new club. "It is clear that he has to …

Fans mock Romelu Lukaku after striker botches chance to score easy tap-in for Belgium
5 years, 6 months ago

Fans mock Romelu Lukaku after striker botches chance to score easy tap-in for Belgium

Daily Mail  

Romelu Lukaku netted a brace against Scotland on Tuesday night but he came under-fire on social media for failing to score from close range. Romelu Lukaku failed to score from close range but did make up for his miss Unreal miss by Lukaku. Outstanding pic.twitter.com/Kl1QaUNAqy — Nooruddean June 11, 2019 Football fans quickly tweeted about his blunder after the £75million …

Belgium 3 Scotland 0: Romelu Lukaku scores double
5 years, 6 months ago

Belgium 3 Scotland 0: Romelu Lukaku scores double

The Hindu  

Romelu Lukaku continued his fine international form with a double as Belgium eased to a 3-0 win over Scotland in Euro 2020 qualifying. Kevin De Bruyne sealed the win with a 20-yard strike in stoppage time as Steve Clarke suffered his first defeat as Scotland manager and his side now sits three points behind second-placed Russia. In control Belgium dominated …

Lukaku out of Russia game - Belgium boss Martinez
5 years, 9 months ago

Lukaku out of Russia game - Belgium boss Martinez

The Hindu  

Romelu Lukaku is out of Belgium's opening Euro 2020 qualifier due to a foot injury, coach Roberto Martinez has confirmed. Lukaku missed Manchester United's last match, an FA Cup quarterfinal defeat away to Wolves, because of the injury. As well as Lukaku, Belgium will be without Borussia Dortmund midfielder Axel Witsel, as well as Manchester City duo Kevin De Bruyne …

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