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Louvain –
Belgium was able to silence England in the continuation of the UEFA Nations League. De Rode Duivels won 2-0 at home.
Belgium will host England at the King Power At Den Dreef Stadium on Matchday 5 of Group 2 of the UEFA Nations League League A, early Monday (11/16/2020) WIB. The hosts broke the deadlock in the 10th minute.
Youri Tielemans continued Romelu Lukaku’s ball with a powerful shot from outside the penalty area. His punch hit one of the Three Lions’ defenders before sliding into Jordan Pickford’s net.
In the 25th minute, Belgium’s lead widens after scoring the second goal. This goal was created from a free kick opportunity in front of the English penalty area.
Dries Mertens, who took a free kick, took such a measured shot. Pickford defeated again, Belgium 2-0.
The 2-0 of Belgium’s superiority lasted until the first half was completed.
After the break England, who were left behind, seemed more offensive. The visitors spread threats in the 57th minute.
Mason Mount’s throwback frees Harry Kane in the penalty area. He immediately started out strong, but his effort remained adequate for Thibaut Courtois.
England coach Gareth Southgate brought in Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Jadon Sancho in the second half to chase goals. Faced with a wave of British attacks, the Belgian bottom line could appear disciplined.
This made it difficult for England to create dangerous opportunities despite dominating the game. Belgium even nearly stole a goal in the 76th minute.
Through a swift counterattack, Mertens bait from the left met Romelu Lukaku in front of goal. This opportunity did not turn into a goal because Lukaku’s strike was brilliantly parried by Pickford.
In the remaining time, the two teams failed to score a goal. This makes Belgium’s 2-0 lead end the match.
The sum of three points places Belgium firmly at the top of the Group 2 standings with 12 points. They are two points ahead of Denmark in second place.
Meanwhile, England ranks third. They gathered seven points to five points from Belgium
Player lineups
Belgium: Thibaut Courtois; Toby Alderweireld, Jason Denayer, Jan Vertonghen; Thomas Meunier, Axel Witsel, Youri Tielemans, Thorgan Hazard; Dries Mertens (Dennis Praet 83 ‘), Romelu Lukaku. Kevin De Bruyne.
English: Jordan Pickford; Kyle Walker, Eric Dier, Tyrone Mings; Kieran Trippier (Jadon Sancho 70 ‘), Declan Rice, Jordan Henderson (Harry Winks 46’), Ben Chilwell (Bukayo Saka 38 ‘); Mason Mount (Dominic Calvert-Lewin 69 ‘), Harry Kane, Jack Grealish.
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