Jan Vertonghen Takes a Dig at Belgium Teammate Kevin De Bruyne After Humiliating Loss Against Morocco
2 years ago

Jan Vertonghen Takes a Dig at Belgium Teammate Kevin De Bruyne After Humiliating Loss Against Morocco

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Morocco put in a spirited performance to stun second-ranked Belgium in their Group F fixture on Sunday. Vertonghen even appeared to take a dig at his Belgium teammate Kevin De Bruyne. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot While speaking to the media after the match, Vertonghen said, “In the end we conceded two identical goals on the set piece, twice at the near post. In an interview, the Manchester City midfielder had underplayed his team’s chances at the World Cup and stated that his team was “too old” to lift the coveted cup. The hapless Belgium team couldn’t stop Morocco from registering another goal as Zakaria Aboukhlal found the back of the net in injury time.

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Nations League: Belgium faces Injury setback as four players pull out against Italy and Israel
1 month, 1 week ago

Nations League: Belgium faces Injury setback as four players pull out against Italy and Israel

The Hindu  

Belgium has been hit by a raft of injuries ahead of its Nations League showdown with Italy on Thursday with four players pulling out of the clash in Brussels, as well as Sunday’s meeting against Israel in Budapest. Charles De Ketelaere, Jeremy Doku, Malick Fofana and Joaquin Seys are all out with injury with Samuel Mbangula, Arthur Vermeeren, Albert Sambi …

France beat unlucky Belgium to advance into quarterfinals
5 months, 3 weeks ago

France beat unlucky Belgium to advance into quarterfinals

China Daily  

Belgium's Jan Vertonghen in action with France's Randal Kolo Muani duiring their round of 16 match at Euro 2024 at Dusseldorf Arena, Dusseldorf, Germany July 1, 2024. BERLIN - France secured their place in the last eight after benefitting from Jan Vertonghen's late own goal in their 1-0 win over Belgium in the round of 16 match of Euro 2024 …

France v Belgium LIVE: Euro 2024 result and reaction as Jan Vertonghen own goal proves decisive
5 months, 3 weeks ago

France v Belgium LIVE: Euro 2024 result and reaction as Jan Vertonghen own goal proves decisive

The Independent  

✕ Close Germany fans sing You'll Never Walk Alone before Euro 2024 match France reached the quarter-finals of Euro 2024 after edging past Belgium in a scrappy and tight contest in Dusseldorf. Les Bleus were the more proactive side, looking to feed Kylian Mbappe and Marcus Thuram the ball as they ventured further up the pitch with Belgium electing for …

Euro 2024: Belgium, France clash after battling first-round blues
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Belgium, France clash after battling first-round blues

The Hindu  

By this stage of the European Championship, favourites France and contenders Belgium would have wanted to be well into their stride and hitting their straps as they enter the knockout stages. France’s much-vaunted attack is suffering from a crisis of confidence and coach Didier Deschamps, usually a steady hand guiding the squad, looks unsure of what his next move will …

Euro 2024: Neighbors France and Belgium meet in heavyweight contest with Mbappé still wearing a mask
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Neighbors France and Belgium meet in heavyweight contest with Mbappé still wearing a mask

Associated Press  

DORTMUND, Germany — France and Belgium meet in the round of 16 at the European Championship on Monday. Here’s what to know about the match: Match facts — The drama surrounding Kylian Mbappé's broken nose has died down somewhat, though he will still need to wear a protective mask for the match. France coach Didier Deschamps doesn’t appear too concerned …

Belgium advances to last 16 at Euro 2024 after 0-0 draw, Ukraine eliminated
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Belgium advances to last 16 at Euro 2024 after 0-0 draw, Ukraine eliminated

Associated Press  

STUTTGART, Germany — Belgium got the best out of a 0-0 draw at the European Championship on Wednesday, advancing to the last 16 while Ukraine became the first team with four points in a group to be eliminated. Playing at Euro 2024 against the backdrop of Russia’s invasion, Ukraine came agonizingly close to advancing and will finish with more points …

Euro 2024: Belgium get tournament back on track with 2-0 win against Romania
6 months ago

Euro 2024: Belgium get tournament back on track with 2-0 win against Romania

India Today  

A goal by Youri Tielemans after 73 seconds and a late one for Kevin De Bruyne gave Belgium a 2-0 win over Romania in an incredible, action-packegame on Saturday that set up a final round showdown with all four teams in Group E on three points. It meant that, for the first time in European Championship history, all four teams …

Preview: Belgium will be tricky opponents at Euro 2024, De Bruyne says
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Preview: Belgium will be tricky opponents at Euro 2024, De Bruyne says

Al Jazeera  

Belgium were quarterfinalists at the past two tournaments, and captain Kevin De Bruyne says his team are ready for Euro 2024. Belgium are not among the favourites to win the European Championship in Germany, but not many teams will fancy playing against them, captain Kevin De Bruyne says. “I don’t think we are top favourites, but I don’t think there …

Euro 2024: Belgium’s exciting new crop looks to succeed where the ‘golden generation’ failed
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Euro 2024: Belgium’s exciting new crop looks to succeed where the ‘golden generation’ failed

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — For all its talent, Belgium’s so-called golden generation of soccer players has never won a major title. After the Red Devils failed to progress to the knockout stage of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, Belgium has quickly rebuilt a solid and entertaining team under the helm of coach Domenico Tedesco. In a very short time, Tedesco has …

Euro 2024 Qualifiers: Lucky goal sends Belgium top of group
1 year, 3 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 …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Road to finals for Belgium and Germany
1 year, 10 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Road to finals for Belgium and Germany

The Hindu  

Defending champion Belgium will face World No. 4 Germany in the Hockey World Cup 2023 final at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. READ | Hockey World Cup 2023 final, Germany vs Belgium: Preview, squads, head-to-head record, streaming info As Germany was second-placed, it had to face an extra match against France in the crossover before entering the quarterfinals. …

Hockey World Cup: Holders Belgium Wary of German Resilience in Summit Clash
1 year, 10 months ago

Hockey World Cup: Holders Belgium Wary of German Resilience in Summit Clash

News 18  

Olympic champions Belgium will look to overcome a resilient Germany and become only the fourth nation to defend the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup title when the two sides clash in the final here on Sunday. With 11 players aged above 30 and three above 35, Belgium’s ‘golden generation’ of hockey players, who have won the 2018 World Cup and …

Hockey World Cup 2023: It's Belgium against Germany for World Cup glory
1 year, 10 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: It's Belgium against Germany for World Cup glory

India TV News  

Well, it will be Belgium vs Germany for the World Cup glory. Belgium's golden boys kept the team's hopes of a title defense alive by narrowly defeating the Netherlands 3-2 in a penalty shootout, securing a spot in the final match against Germany on Friday. Star striker Tom Boon and Nicolas de Kerpel scored for Belgium in the regulation time …

FIH World Cup 2023: Defending Champions Belgium Beat Netherlands to Reach Summit Clash
1 year, 10 months ago

FIH World Cup 2023: Defending Champions Belgium Beat Netherlands to Reach Summit Clash

News 18  

Defending champions Belgium beat the last two editions’ runners-up Netherlands in a penalty shootout 3-2 to set up a summit clash against Germany in the FIH Men’s World Cup on Friday. Star striker Tom Boon and Nicolas de Kerpel scored for Belgium in the regulation time while penalty-corner expert Jip Janssen struck a brace for the Netherlands. In the second …

Hockey World Cup 2023, HIGHLIGHTS Semifinals: Defending Champions Belgium edges Netherlands in shootouts, faces Germany in finals
1 year, 10 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023, HIGHLIGHTS Semifinals: Defending Champions Belgium edges Netherlands in shootouts, faces Germany in finals

The Hindu  

Thank you for tuning into Sportstar’s LIVE Coverage of the Hockey World Cup 2023 - Day 15 in Bhubaneswar and Rourkela. Here’s what happened in the first semifinal -Germany beats Australia 4-3 to enter HWC final for the first time in 13 years BELGIUM VS NETHERLANDS PLAYER OF THE MATCH- VINCENT VANASCH PENALTY SHOOTOUT ) Vanasch makes the save Van …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Dominant Belgium ends New Zealand hopes, advances to semifinals
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Dominant Belgium ends New Zealand hopes, advances to semifinals

The Hindu  

Belgium booked a semifinal spot in style, ending New Zealand’s dreams of a maiden last-four World Cup appearance with a 2-0 win in the second quarterfinal here on Tuesday. Belgium doubled the lead immediately on resumption through a beautiful coordinated move that started with Nicolas de Kerpel putting Simon Gougnard through, who passed it back to Florent van Aubel with …

Alexander Hendrickx to miss remaining Hockey World Cup 2023 matches due to injury
1 year, 11 months ago

Alexander Hendrickx to miss remaining Hockey World Cup 2023 matches due to injury

The Hindu  

Belgium’s dragflick specialist Alexander Hendrickx will miss out on the rest of the FIH World Cup 2023 matches due to an injury, announced the team on Tuesday. Belgium suffered a big blow when Hendrickx was deemed injured when the team took on Japan in the final Pool B World Cup game. Hendrickx was the joint top-scorer in Belgium’s double win …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Australia toil to reach semifinals, Belgium beat Blacksticks to enter last four
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Australia toil to reach semifinals, Belgium beat Blacksticks to enter last four

India TV News  

Hockey World Cup 2023: Three-time champions Australia and defending champions Belgium on Tuesday cruised past their opponents in the quarterfinals of the Hockey World Cup 2023. With the win over Spain, Australia made their 12th straight semifinals in the World Cup. It was a close affair in Australia vs Spain quarterfinal match but Jeremy Hayward's two penalty corner strikes in …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Goal difference a major factor as Belgium, Germany eye quarterfinal berth
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Goal difference a major factor as Belgium, Germany eye quarterfinal berth

The Hindu  

It all comes down to goal difference on the final day of the Pool B matches here at the World Cup as Belgium and Germany eye the top spot and a quarterfinal berth. Belgium will take on Japan in the first game from the pool before Germany faces South Korea here at the Birsa Munda International Stadium. Michel van den …

Hockey World Cup 2023 Points Table: Belgium & Germany in Top 3 in Pool B
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023 Points Table: Belgium & Germany in Top 3 in Pool B

The Quint  

Belgium and Germany have achieved the top three of the Hockey World Cup 2023 points table for Pool B with a draw in their match day 4. Belgium holds the top spot in the Hockey World Cup 2023 points table for Pool B with four points and a score difference of +5. Germany will want to win their final group-stage …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Defending champions Belgium play out 2-2 draw against Germany
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Defending champions Belgium play out 2-2 draw against Germany

Firstpost  

Cedric Charlier gave Belgium the lead in the ninth minute with a field goal but Germany came back strongly and struck two goals through Wellen Niklas and Tom Grambusch. Bhubaneshwar: Defending champions Belgium found the equaliser with six minutes left in the match to play out a thrilling 2-2 draw against Germany and keep themselves in the hunt for a …

FIH World Cup 2023: Belgium Play Out 2-2 Draw Against Germany
1 year, 11 months ago

FIH World Cup 2023: Belgium Play Out 2-2 Draw Against Germany

News 18  

Defending champions Belgium found the equaliser with six minutes left in the match to play out a thrilling 2-2 draw against Germany and keep themselves in the hunt for a direct quarterfinal qualification in the FIH Men’s World Cup here on Tuesday. Cedric Charlier gave Belgium the lead in the ninth minute with a field goal but Germany came back …

Hockey World Cup 2023: Belgium Thrash Korea 5-0, Germany Blank Japan 3-0
1 year, 11 months ago

Hockey World Cup 2023: Belgium Thrash Korea 5-0, Germany Blank Japan 3-0

News 18  

Holders Belgium thrashed a plucky Korea 5-0 to begin the defence of their World Cup title in style while two-time champions Germany beat reigning Asian Games champions Japan 3-0, here on Saturday. The Koreans did not allow Belgium to open the scoring till the half time but the World and Olympic champion European side struck two and three goals in …

Belgium coach Heuvel: We are here to defend our World Cup title
1 year, 11 months ago

Belgium coach Heuvel: We are here to defend our World Cup title

The Hindu  

The defending champions Belgium made its presence felt as it arrived for the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 on Friday, creating buzz at the Biju Patnaik International Airport with a large gathering of fans to welcome them. Then there are teams who are performing well such as England, and Argentina, so I think it will not be an …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina, France- Two Nations Looking For Three Stars
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina, France- Two Nations Looking For Three Stars

News 18  

Argentina and France have a date with destiny as they go head-to-head in the ultimate clash of the FIFA World Cup 2022 at the Lusail Iconic Stadium in Qatar on the 18th of December 2022. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia beats Morocco 2-1 to finish third in World Cup
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia beats Morocco 2-1 to finish third in World Cup

The Hindu  

Croatia beat Morocco 2-1 in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday to secure a top-three finish in the tournament for the second consecutive edition. Mislav Orsic curled in a brilliant goal in the 42nd minute to give Croatia a 2-1 lead over Morocco at halftime in an open and entertaining World Cup third-place play-off on Saturday. Starting line-ups Croatia …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Want to be Remembered as Africa's Best Ever Team, Says Morocco Coach
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Want to be Remembered as Africa's Best Ever Team, Says Morocco Coach

News 18  

Ahead of their third-place play-off against Croatia in FIFA World Cup 2022, Morocco coach Walid Regragui has said that his side wants to be remembered as Africas best ever team, adding that they surprised people, who will remember their state of mind and human quality as well. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | …

Road To FIFA World Cup 2022 Final: Looking Back At Argentina And France's Journey
2 years ago

Road To FIFA World Cup 2022 Final: Looking Back At Argentina And France's Journey

ABP News  

The FIFA World Cup 2022 is just one match away from nearing its climax. One more game and the world will know whether it will be France who would have successfully defended its title or Argentina who would have added another World Cup title and given a fitting tribute to Lionel Messi or perhaps even a farewell from the international …

FIFA World Cup 2022: 'Keeping our Feet on the Ground', Says Antoine Griezmann After Semifinal Triumph
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: 'Keeping our Feet on the Ground', Says Antoine Griezmann After Semifinal Triumph

News 18  

Antoine Griezmann said France were staying grounded after the defending World Cup champions defeated Morocco 2-0 on Wednesday to set up a final against Argentina. The Atletico Madrid attacker has thrived in a playmaking role for France at the World Cup in Qatar, where Les Bleus are attempting to become the first team in 60 years to retain the title. …

FRA 2-0 MAR, FIFA World Cup semifinal in pictures: France beats Morocco, will defend title against Argentina
2 years ago

FRA 2-0 MAR, FIFA World Cup semifinal in pictures: France beats Morocco, will defend title against Argentina

The Hindu  

Al Bayt in all its glory: The general view outside the Al Bayt stadium. Huddle ahead of an important evening: France players listen to assistant coach Guy Stephan ahead of the Qatar 2022 World Cup semi-final football match between France and Morocco. A place in history: Morocco will become the first ever African nation to play in the FIFA World …

FIFA World Cup 2022 Semifinal Line-up: Teams, Schedule And Their Journey to The Last-four
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 Semifinal Line-up: Teams, Schedule And Their Journey to The Last-four

News 18  

And then there were four. Argentina’s Road to the Semis Group Stage Lost to Saudi Arabia 1-2 Beat Mexico 2-0 Beat Poland 2-0 Round-of-16 Beat Australia 2-1 Quarterfinal Beat Netherlands 4-3 On the other hand, Croatia have again produced an impressive campaign after finishing runners-up last time around. Croatia’s Road to the Semis Group Stage Drew With Morocco 0-0 Beat …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina Beat Netherlands on Penalties to Books Semi-final vs Croatia
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina Beat Netherlands on Penalties to Books Semi-final vs Croatia

News 18  

Argentina will face Croatia in the World Cup semi-finals after beating the Netherlands 4-3 on penalties following a thrilling 2-2 extra-time draw on a night of high World Cup drama. Wout Weghorst scored two dramatic late goals, the second from a remarkably inventive free-kick in the 11th minute of stoppage time, as the Netherlands fought back with seven minutes of …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Tite Bows Out as Brazil Coach after 'Painful' Exit
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Tite Bows Out as Brazil Coach after 'Painful' Exit

News 18  

Tite confirmed that it was the “end of a cycle” for him as coach of Brazil after the favourites were dumped out of the World Cup in the quarter-finals on penalties by Croatia on Friday. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco Chasing History Against Free-scoring Portugal
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Morocco Chasing History Against Free-scoring Portugal

News 18  

Morocco head into Saturday’s last-eight clash with Portugal knowing they are only one step away from making history as Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalists, but they face a buoyant opposition fresh from scoring six goals against Switzerland. “They love their country and what I can tell them is this — we can do nothing without them, I need them for …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Brazil, Argentina Target Blockbuster Semifinal
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Brazil, Argentina Target Blockbuster Semifinal

News 18  

Brazil seek to become the first team through to the World Cup semi-finals on Friday, while Argentina could set up a blockbuster all-South American clash if they get past the Netherlands. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot “I agree that we …

Best quotes from FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
2 years ago

Best quotes from FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

The Hindu  

The on-field action at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 has been nothing short of spectacular - 148 goals in 56 matches. | Photo Credit: REUTERS Before the World Cup began, Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne told The Guardian in an interview that his team was “too old” and had “no chance” of winning the World Cup. “If you, journalists, …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Brazil Crush South Korea 4-1 to Set up Quarterfinal Encounter Against Croatia
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Brazil Crush South Korea 4-1 to Set up Quarterfinal Encounter Against Croatia

News 18  

Neymar returned from injury to help inspire Brazil to a 4-1 victory over South Korea on Monday as the favourites cruised through to the quarter-finals of the World Cup. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Vinicius Junior opened the scoring inside …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Dominik Livakovic Shines as Croatia Reach Quarterfinals With Penalty Shootout Win Over Japan
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Dominik Livakovic Shines as Croatia Reach Quarterfinals With Penalty Shootout Win Over Japan

News 18  

Croatia reached the quarter-finals of the World Cup on Monday with a dramatic 3-1 penalty shoot-out win over Japan after a tense last-16 clash ended 1-1. Croatia now face either Brazil or South Korea in the last eight and continued midfield icon Luka Modric’s stay at his fourth and likely final World Cup. Japan vs Croatia Match Highlights FIFA World …

FIFA World Cup 2022: England Defeat Senegal 3-0 to Book Quarters Clash Against France
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: England Defeat Senegal 3-0 to Book Quarters Clash Against France

News 18  

England set up a titanic World Cup quarter-final against holders France as Jude Bellingham’s masterclass inspired a 3-0 win against Senegal in the last 16 on Sunday. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Bellingham set up Henderson’s opener and the Borussia …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Kylian Mbappe Brace Helps France Beat Poland 3-1 and Reach Quarter-finals
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Kylian Mbappe Brace Helps France Beat Poland 3-1 and Reach Quarter-finals

News 18  

Kylian Mbappe set up a history-making goal for Olivier Giroud and then scored two himself as holders France eased into the quarter-finals of the World Cup with a 3-1 win over Poland on Sunday. Mbappe’s lethal strike in the 74th minute killed off any prospect of a Poland comeback and he netted again at the death to move to nine …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Olivier Giroud Becomes France's All-time Top Scorer with 52 Goals
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Olivier Giroud Becomes France's All-time Top Scorer with 52 Goals

News 18  

Olivier Giroud became France’s record scorer on Sunday with 52 goals, eclipsing the mark he shared with Thierry Henry after striking against Poland at the World Cup. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot It was the AC Milan forward’s third goal …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina, Netherlands Eye Quarters as Last 16 Kicks Off
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Argentina, Netherlands Eye Quarters as Last 16 Kicks Off

News 18  

Australia take on Lionel Messi’s Argentina in a David v Goliath World Cup showdown while the United States look to ambush the Netherlands as the World Cup knockout rounds get under way on Saturday. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot Coach …

Germany's Once Fearsome FIFA World Cup Reputation in Tatters
2 years ago

Germany's Once Fearsome FIFA World Cup Reputation in Tatters

News 18  

Perhaps the most damning indictment in the inquest into Germany’s second consecutive exit from a World Cup at the group stage came from 23-year-old forward Kai Havertz, who said simply, “I don’t think we’re a tournament team anymore”. With four World Cups and three European championship wins, Germany’s reputation for turning up when it truly matters was once so well-earned, …

FIFA World Cup: Belgium's 'golden generation' fails to deliver on the big stage once again
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup: Belgium's 'golden generation' fails to deliver on the big stage once again

Firstpost  

Belgium crashed out of the 2022 FIFA World Cup with a win, a draw and a loss to finish third in Group F. Romelu Lukaku had come on as a half-time substitute for Belgium against Croatia. This group of players deserves respect, deserves admiration for what they’ve done.” For what it’s worth, Belgium did finish third at the 2018 FIFA …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Heavyweights Germany And Belgium Latest to Crash Out as Spain Survive
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Heavyweights Germany And Belgium Latest to Crash Out as Spain Survive

News 18  

This has been a world cup of upsets. The first jolt came in Argentina suffering a stunning 1-2 defeat at the hands of Saudi Arabia with Japan setting the tournament alive by beating heavyweights Germany and Spain to progress to the next round. European Powerhouses Shut Shop Belgium Bite The Dust Belgium, the world’s second-ranked side and a team that …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Germany, Belgium crash out in big World Cup upsets; Japan & Morocco win groups
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Germany, Belgium crash out in big World Cup upsets; Japan & Morocco win groups

India TV News  

In a day of big upsets in the FIFA World Cup 2022, four-time World Champions Germany have crashed out of the tournament despite their 4-2 win over Costa Rica. Germany face back-to-back World Cup Group stage exits Germany suffered a second consecutive World Cup group-stage exit despite a thrilling 4-2 win over Costa Rica on a night of sensational Group …

FIFA World Cup 2022: Japan Produce Another Upset to Outclass Spain But Both Teams Reach Round of 16
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: Japan Produce Another Upset to Outclass Spain But Both Teams Reach Round of 16

News 18  

Spain staggered through to the World Cup last 16 on Thursday despite a 2-1 defeat by Japan, who remarkably won Group E on a rollercoaster night which saw four-time champions Germany eliminated. Japan secured another incredible triumph after beating Germany in their opening game, with their progression from the “group of death” one of the greatest achievements in the country’s …

'I Can't Carry On': Roberto Martinez Confirms Leaving Belgium Job After Early World Cup Exit
2 years ago

'I Can't Carry On': Roberto Martinez Confirms Leaving Belgium Job After Early World Cup Exit

News 18  

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez said he was leaving his job on Thursday after his side were eliminated from the World Cup in Qatar following a 0-0 draw with Croatia. “That was my last game with the national team, I can’t carry on,” Martinez said at his post-match press conference. “It’s the time for me to accept that this is the …

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia reaches World Cup last 16 as goalless draw puts Belgium out
2 years ago

FIFA World Cup 2022 | Croatia reaches World Cup last 16 as goalless draw puts Belgium out

The Hindu  

Croatia eased into the last 16 of the World Cup after holding a stuttering Belgium to a 0-0 draw on Thursday, sending their European rivals’ ‘golden generation’ out of the tournament with barely a whimper. First half Belgium went into the break locked at 0-0 with Croatia in their decisive Group F clash at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium on …

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

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