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 puts four past Scots The playmaker has also managed one goal and five assists for two-time reigning Premier League champion City this term. "Fortunately I don't have to judge that," De Bruyne said when asked if there is anyone playing better than him at the moment.

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Manchester City must ‘think’ about De Bruyne future, says Guardiola
1 week ago

Manchester City must ‘think’ about De Bruyne future, says Guardiola

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City have to “think” about the future of injury-hit midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, who is out of contract at the end of the season. The Belgium international has been one of the club’s standout players over the past decade, winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League. Guardiola was asked on Friday if he had …

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 …

Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne out of Belgium squad for October Nations League fixtures
3 months, 1 week ago

Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne out of Belgium squad for October Nations League fixtures

New York Times  

Kevin De Bruyne has been left out of Belgium’s squad for their October fixtures in the Nations League. The Manchester City playmaker has missed his side’s last three matches after sustaining a muscular injury in the first half of the 0-0 draw against Inter Milan in last month’s Champions League tie. De Bruyne has since missed City’s Premier League draws …

Furious Kevin De Bruyne threatens to end Belgium career after Nations League defeat by France: ‘I quit’
4 months ago

Furious Kevin De Bruyne threatens to end Belgium career after Nations League defeat by France: ‘I quit’

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 Kevin De Bruyne threatened to quit international football …

Kevin de Bruyne's Belgium Future in Doubt After 'Unacceptable' France Defeat
4 months ago

Kevin de Bruyne's Belgium Future in Doubt After 'Unacceptable' France Defeat

News 18  

Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne’s future with the national side has been thrown into doubt after he slammed his teammates as “not good enough” after a 2-0 Nations League defeat to France. De Bruyne complained a lot was not right with the Red Devils — third in the 2018 World Cup — who sank after a promising first 20 minutes. …

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  

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. open image in gallery Youri Tielemans celebrates scoring Belgium’s opener against Romania …

De Bruyne crowns Belgium’s 2-0 win over Romania to get Euro 2024 campaign on track
6 months, 2 weeks ago

De Bruyne crowns Belgium’s 2-0 win over Romania to get Euro 2024 campaign on track

Associated Press  

COLOGNE, Germany — In front of Belgium’s royal family, King Kev sealed the win. Kevin De Bruyne’s second-half goal completed the win after Youri Tielemans scored in the second minute at Cologne Stadium. De Bruyne converted direct from Belgium goalkeeper Koen Casteels’ long kick in the 80th. Belgium has been criticized for failing to live up to expectations in the …

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 …

De Bruyne open to lucrative Saudi Arabia move when his Manchester City contract expires
7 months ago

De Bruyne open to lucrative Saudi Arabia move when his Manchester City contract expires

The Hindu  

Kevin De Bruyne is talking with his family about possibly moving to Saudi Arabia as a free agent next year, the Manchester City playmaker said Tuesday. “You’re talking about incredible sums of money during what might well be the twilight of my career,” De Bruyne told Belgian daily Het Laatste Nieuws when asked if he would consider moving to a …

De Bruyne open to lucrative Saudi Arabia move when his Manchester City contract expires
7 months ago

De Bruyne open to lucrative Saudi Arabia move when his Manchester City contract expires

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — Kevin De Bruyne is talking with his family about possibly moving to Saudi Arabia as a free agent next year, the Manchester City playmaker said Tuesday. “You’re talking about incredible sums of money during what might well be the twilight of my career,” De Bruyne told Belgian daily Het Laatste Nieuws when asked if he would consider moving …

Preview: Belgium will be tricky opponents at Euro 2024, De Bruyne says
7 months, 1 week 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
7 months, 1 week 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 …

De Bruyne to lead Belgium at Euro 2024 with unretired Witsel
7 months, 2 weeks ago

De Bruyne to lead Belgium at Euro 2024 with unretired Witsel

Associated Press  

BRUSSELS — Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne will lead a rejuvenated Belgium side including a once-retired Axel Witsel at the European Championship next month. But Tedesco said Witsel’s recent excellent showings with Atletico Madrid convinced him the 35-year-old midfielder was the right choice. Tedesco said it did not make sense to have Batshuayi in the squad knowing that Charles …

Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne left out by Belgium for friendlies because of groin injury
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne left out by Belgium for friendlies because of groin injury

Hindustan Times  

Midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has been left out of the Belgium squad for friendlies against Ireland and England so he's fit for Manchester City. Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne with manager Pep Guardiola after being substituted Tedesco is counting on a fully fit De Bruyne at the European Championship this summer. Since he returned in January, City manager Pep Guardiola …

Recharged Kevin De Bruyne energises Manchester City’s four-peat bid
11 months ago

Recharged Kevin De Bruyne energises Manchester City’s four-peat bid

The Hindu  

When Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was asked early this year if his side was the favourite to win the Premier League this season, the German spoke about how tight it was at the top. He is a really important player for us, not only in the past but in the present.” While there continue to be questions about the legitimacy …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Belgium have new energy says De Bruyne after World Cup flop
1 year, 9 months ago

Belgium have new energy says De Bruyne after World Cup flop

The Hindu  

Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne says new players in the squad are injecting energy into the team after the failure of their “golden generation” to live up to their number one ranking over the last four years. It was a positive start for new coach Domenico Tedesco, who replaced Roberto Martinez after Belgium’s surprise early elimination at the World Cup …

Kevin De Bruyne Helps Belgium Down Germany 3-2 in Friendly
1 year, 9 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne Helps Belgium Down Germany 3-2 in Friendly

News 18  

Kevin De Bruyne steered Belgium to a 3-2 friendly win over Germany in new coach Domenico Tedesco’s return home on Tuesday. Yannick Carrasco opened the scoring in the sixth when he easily eluded Germany right back Marius Wolf and dispatched the ball past goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen after De Bruyne sent him through on the left. Leon Goretzka went off …

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 do not have the team to win FIFA World Cup: Kevin de Bruyne's brutal take on team's chances
2 years, 1 month ago

Belgium do not have the team to win FIFA World Cup: Kevin de Bruyne's brutal take on team's chances

India Today  

Belgium midfielder Kevin de Bruyne feels that his team is a little too old to win the FIFA World Cup 2022. Belgium's golden generation, who are now at the wrong side of the 30s are possibly playing their final World Cup together. De Bruyne's World Cup did not begin in a good personal note as Canada dominated the game. I …

FIFA World Cup 2022: 'Belgium Can't Play in the Same Way as Manchester City'
2 years, 1 month ago

FIFA World Cup 2022: 'Belgium Can't Play in the Same Way as Manchester City'

News 18  

Kevin De Bruyne called on his Belgium team-mates to be braver on Friday, insisting he also needs improve ahead of Sunday’s World Cup clash with Morocco. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot During the game he was visibly annoyed with Belgium’s …

Premier League: De Bruyne expects City star Foden to hit new heights
2 years, 3 months ago

Premier League: De Bruyne expects City star Foden to hit new heights

The Hindu  

Kevin De Bruyne has tipped Phil Foden to reach new heights once the Manchester City star is allowed to take a leading role later in his career. Foden hit a hat-trick in City’s 6-3 rout of arch-rivals Manchester United in the Premier League on Sunday. But City midfielder De Bruyne says the best is still to come from Foden, who …

De Bruyne leads Belgium to 2-1 home win over Wales
2 years, 3 months ago

De Bruyne leads Belgium to 2-1 home win over Wales

The Hindu  

Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne scored one goal and set up another as the team profited from a strong first-half showing to beat Wales 2-1 in its Nations League A Group 4 clash at the King Baudouin Stadium on Thursday. Wales was fortunate not to be more than 2-0 down at the break after goals by De Bruyne and Michy …

Kevin de Bruyne equals Steven Gerrard's Premier League assists record
2 years, 3 months ago

Kevin de Bruyne equals Steven Gerrard's Premier League assists record

Daily Mail  

Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne has equalled Steven Gerrard's Premier League assist record after setting up two of the goals during his side's three-nil rout over Wolves on Saturday. Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne has equalled Steven Gerrard's Premier League assists tally De Bruyne has started the new season in devastating form, topping the Premier League assists table after seven …

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 …

Belgium to Rest Stars for Games Against Ireland, Burkina Faso
2 years, 9 months ago

Belgium to Rest Stars for Games Against Ireland, Burkina Faso

News 18  

Belgium will rest top players like Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku for friendly matches against Ireland and Burkina Faso. Roberto Martinez said his selections were focused on players with fewer than 50 international appearances, such as surprise Belgian leader Union Saint-Gilloise teammates Siebe Van der Heyden and Dante Vanzeir. Van der Heyden, a defender, has never played for the …

City’s defensive frailties exposed by RB Leipzig while petulant Kyle Walker riles Pep Guardiola
3 years, 1 month ago

City’s defensive frailties exposed by RB Leipzig while petulant Kyle Walker riles Pep Guardiola

The Telegraph  

By James Ducker Pep Guardiola has told Kevin De Bruyne he faces a battle to win back his place at Manchester City. De Bruyne is due to start against RB Leipzig in City’s Champions League dead rubber in Germany tonight as he bids to build his fitness back up. De Bruyne has yet to hit his best form this season …

Kevin De Bruyne back with Belgium for Nations League games
3 years, 3 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne back with Belgium for Nations League games

Hindustan Times  

A healthy Kevin De Bruyne was named to Belgium's team on Friday for the Nations League semifinal match against France next week. Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne: File photo The Manchester City midfielder missed recent World Cup qualifiers due to injury, but Belgium coach Roberto Martinez included him on his roster. Belgium plays France in the northern Italian city of Turin …

Kevin De Bruyne back with Belgium for Nations League games
3 years, 3 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne back with Belgium for Nations League games

The Hindu  

A healthy Kevin De Bruyne was named to Belgium's team on Friday for the Nations League semifinal match against France next week. The Manchester City midfielder missed recent World Cup qualifiers due to injury, but Belgium coach Roberto Martinez included him on his roster. Belgium plays France in the northern Italian city of Turin next Thursday with the winner facing …

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 …

Kevin De Bruyne left out of Belgium squad after injury-hit start to season
3 years, 4 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne left out of Belgium squad after injury-hit start to season

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 Kevin De Bruyne looks set to be sidelined …

Euro 2020 Cup: Belgium's De Bruyne says he played with ligament tear
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020 Cup: Belgium's De Bruyne says he played with ligament tear

The Hindu  

Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne said he had played in Saturday's Euro 2020 quarterfinal defeat by Italy with a tear in his ankle ligaments. Manchester City's De Bruyne was a doubt for the game after picking up the injury in the last-16 win over Portugal but said he had been determined to play. The 30-year-old De Bruyne, widely regarded as …

EURO 2020: De Bruyne, Hazard absent from Belgium training ahead of Italy clash
3 years, 6 months ago

EURO 2020: De Bruyne, Hazard absent from Belgium training ahead of Italy clash

The Hindu  

Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard were absent from Belgium's final training session on Thursday before their Euro 2020 quarterfinal against Italy. Captain Hazard and midfielder De Bruyne hobbled off during Belgium's 1-0 last-16 win over Portugal last weekend. RELATED| On Monday, coach Roberto Martinez said both players were "50/50" to feature against Italy in Munich on Friday. "Kevin and …

Euro 2020: Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard '50-50' to face Italy in quarter-finals
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard '50-50' to face Italy in quarter-finals

Firstpost  

Belgium’s reserve goalkeeper Simon Mignolet will leave the squad because of a knee injury sustained during training. Medical tests for Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard ruled out any serious injuries on Monday, and Belgium coach Roberto Martinez said there is a “50-50” chance they will play in Friday’s European Championship quarter-final match against Italy. “Eden and Kevin will remain …

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 …

De Bruyne, Hazard to start against Finland at Euro 2020
3 years, 6 months ago

De Bruyne, Hazard to start against Finland at Euro 2020

Associated Press  

TUBIZE, Belgium — Eden Hazard and Kevin De Bruyne will make their first starts at the European Championship in Belgium’s final group match against Finland, coach Roberto Martinez said Friday. “Eden, Kevin and Axel will start against Finland because we need to see how they are and how long they can play,” Martinez said. Wingers Nacer Chadli and Thorgan Hazard …

Euro 2020: Hazard, De Bruyne, Witsel to all start Belgium’s next game
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Hazard, De Bruyne, Witsel to all start Belgium’s next game

The Hindu  

Captain Eden Hazard, Kevin De Bruyne and Axel Witsel will all start Belgium's next European Championship match against Finland in St Petersburg on Monday, coach Roberto Martinez said. "It was essential they could be there to finish the game and now I feel Eden, Axel and Kevin will start against Finland because we need to see how they are and …

Euro 2020: Substitute Kevin de Bruyne inspires Belgium in win over Denmark in game marked by Christian Eriksen tribute
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Substitute Kevin de Bruyne inspires Belgium in win over Denmark in game marked by Christian Eriksen tribute

Firstpost  

Players from both teams halted play after 10 minutes as the 25,000 fans rose for a minute of thunderous applause in tribute to Eriksen, who wears the No 10 shirt for Denmark’s national team. Substitute Kevin de Bruyne set up one goal and scored the winner himself to give Belgium a 2-1 victory over Denmark in a European Championship game …

Euro Cup: De Bruyne leads Belgium to 2-1 comeback win over Denmark
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro Cup: De Bruyne leads Belgium to 2-1 comeback win over Denmark

The Hindu  

Denmark scored the second-fastest goal in European Championship history but Belgium advanced to the knockout stages after Kevin de Bruyne orchestrated a 2-1 comeback victory in their Group B match on Thursday. Denmark had the perfect start when midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg intercepted the ball to feed an unmarked Yussuf Poulsen, who arrowed a right-footed shot into the bottom corner with …

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 …

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 …

Euro 2020: Belgium Have a Great Squad Even Without Kevin de Bruyne, Says Russia Coach
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Belgium Have a Great Squad Even Without Kevin de Bruyne, Says Russia Coach

News 18  

Belgium may be without key midfielders for their Group B opener in the European Championship but Russia manager Stanislav Cherchesov said Roberto Martinez still has a formidable squad to pick from. Kevin De Bruyne did not travel for Belgium’s first match, against Russia in St Petersburg, as he continues to recover from a fractured eye socket and nose while Axel …

The Athletic’s 10 Euro stars – Kevin De Bruyne: Belgium’s man on a mission
3 years, 7 months ago

The Athletic’s 10 Euro stars – Kevin De Bruyne: Belgium’s man on a mission

New York Times  

Confirmation that Kevin De Bruyne had been named PFA Players’ Player of the Year came as a surprise to many, not least De Bruyne himself. While there are a large element of players just voting for the ‘best’ player on the best team, and he didn’t score as many goals as he should have as City cruised to the title, …

Kevin De Bruyne joins up with Belgium squad for Euro 2020 after surgery
3 years, 7 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne joins up with Belgium squad for Euro 2020 after surgery

India TV News  

Kevin De Bruyne joined up with the Belgium squad on Monday ahead of the European Championship after undergoing a 20-minute operation on his fractured nose and eye socket. Belgium coach Roberto Martinez described De Bruyne’s arrival in the dining hall at the team’s training base in Tubize, just south of Brussels, as the “highlight of the day” as the world’s …

Euro 2020: Kevin De Bruyne links up with Belgium squad after undergoing minor surgery
3 years, 7 months ago

Euro 2020: Kevin De Bruyne links up with Belgium squad after undergoing minor surgery

Firstpost  

“Kevin De Bruyne has joined the group and that’s fantastic news. He looks ready, he looks fresh, and just to see him walking into the dining room was a real highlight of the day,” Martinez told reporters at Belgium’s team base near Brussels. Tubize: Kevin De Bruyne joined up with the Belgium squad on Monday but remains a major doubt …

De Bruyne joins up with Belgium squad for Euro 2020 after an operation
3 years, 7 months ago

De Bruyne joins up with Belgium squad for Euro 2020 after an operation

Hindustan Times  

Kevin De Bruyne joined up with the Belgium squad on Monday ahead of the European Championship after undergoing a 20-minute operation on his fractured nose and eye socket. Kevin De Bruyne: File photo Belgium coach Roberto Martinez described De Bruyne’s arrival in the dining hall at the team’s training base in Tubize, just south of Brussels, as the “highlight of …

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