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Belgium must deliver on ‘golden generation’ promise at World Cup

Pinned as the dark horses of Brazil 2014, Belgium weren’t quite ready, but can Eden Hazard and co mount a real challenge in Russia?

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez is worried by Vincent Kompany having to go off in their draw with Portugal.

Despite Belgium’s plethora of talent, ESPN FC’s Stevie Nicol is at a loss as to why they continue to struggle.

Vincent Kompany’s World Cup dreams could be in doubt after he was forced to withdraw from Belgium’s goalless draw with Portugal in the 55th minute.

Ian Darke likens Belgium to a band who can never get a number one. The ESPN panel question if Roberto Martinez can get it right for Belgium’s golden generation.

The 2018 World Cup is just over a month away, and all 32 teams are preparing in earnest for their shot at the trophy in Russia. ESPN FC is previewing every team ahead of the opening game on June 14. Find all 32 teams here.

Who they are

Captain: Eden Hazard
Manager: Roberto Martinez
Nickname: The Red Devils
FIFA rank (as of April 12, 2018): 3

How they qualified

Belgium had a very easy campaign in UEFA’s qualifying Group H, which seemed relatively straightforward in the first…

Manchester City’s De Bruyne more complete than Liverpool’s Salah – Hughton

ESPN FC’s Shaka Hislop explains why Liverpool’s loss against Chelsea won’t have further ramifications in the race for the top four.
Kevin De Bruyne is a better all-round footballer than Mohamed Salah and could play for any club in the world, according to Brighton boss Chris Hughton.
De Bruyne has been instrumental in Manchester City’s impressive Premier League title success but was beaten to both the PFA Players’ Player of the Year and FWA Footballer of the Year awards by Liverpool’s prolific top scorer Salah.
Albion face the in-form duo in a daunting end to the season, with Wednesday’s visit to the Etihad Stadium followed by…

Kevin De Bruyne likely to finish career in MLS in Los Angeles, agent says

Relive the top strikes from Week 35 of the 2017-18 Premier League season, including Kevin De Bruyne’s strike against Swansea.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was pleased his side were still giving their all despite already having clinched the Premier League title.
Kevin De Bruyne could finish his career in Los Angeles, according to the Manchester City midfielder’s agent.
De Bruyne, 26, signed a new five-year contract in January that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2023, but his agent, Patrick De Koster, said the player could follow in the footsteps of David Beckham, Steven Gerrard and Zlatan Ibrahimovic by finishing his career in California.
“At the moment, he is very happy at his club,” De Koster told Belgian TV show MNM. “The future of Kevin?…

Man City’s Kevin De Bruyne likely to finish career in MLS in Los Angeles – agent

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was pleased his side were still giving their all despite already having clinched the Premier League title.
Kevin De Bruyne could finish his career in Los Angeles, according to the Manchester City midfielder’s agent.
De Bruyne, 26, signed a new five-year contract in January that will keep him at the Etihad Stadium until 2023 but his agent, Patrick De Koster, says the player could follow in the footsteps of David Beckham, Steven Gerrard and Zlatan Ibrahimovic by finishing his career in California.
“At the moment, he is very happy at his club,” De Koster told Belgian TV show MNM. “The future of Kevin? I…

De Bruyne, not Salah, would’ve got Pienaar’s PFA vote

Mohamed Salah may have been named the PFA Player of the Year, but former Everton wideman Steven Pienaar believes that Kevin De Bruyne has been the Premier League’s outstanding talent this season.
De Bruyne was one of three Manchester City players – along with Leroy Sane and David Silva – who were pipped to the award by Salah during a ceremony at London’s Grosvenor House hotel on Sunday.
Salah has had a fine campaign during his maiden season for Liverpool, scoring 31 goals in 33 Premier League games…

Mohamed Salah beats Kevin De Bruyne to PFA award after delivering at crucial moments

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah said he is keen to break Andy Cole’s Premier League record of 34 goals in a season after receiving the PFA Player of the Year award on Sunday.

Steve Nicol and Alejandro Moreno sing the praises of Mohamed Salah after the Liverpool star was named the PFA Player of the Year. Judging by the reaction on social media to Mohamed Salah’s confirmation as the PFA Player of the Year, there is a distinct split between red and blue following the Liverpool forward’s success in beating Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne to the award.
This is understandable. Football is rooted in tribalism after all, so supporters will always back their man, regardless of the merits of the other.
On this occasion, though, it is almost impossible to separate the qualities and achievements of Salah…

Arsenal quartet, De Bruyne lead Premier League Team of the Weekend

Arsene Wenger delivers his verdict on Arsenal’s win over West Ham, what the future holds for him after his 22-year tenure ends and more.

ESPN FC’s Craig Burley delves into Liverpool’s defensive structure against West Brom and how Mo Salah & Co. will come together against Roma.

After the most recent round of Premier League fixtures, ESPN FC presents its Team of the Weekend, selected by Paul Mariner and Steve Nicol.

Do you agree or disagree? You can have your say on those picked or overlooked in the comments section at the foot of the article or on Twitter using the hashtag #TOTW.

ESPN FC’s latest Team of the Weekend.

Goalkeeper: With Joe Hart shipping four goals at Arsenal, it was a good weekend for Jack Butland to boost his World Cup hopes. The Stoke keeper continued to stake his claim for the England…

Kevin De Bruyne was man of the match, but most of Man City were deserving vs. Swansea

Manchester City showed no signs of slowing down after securing the title, as the Premier League champions thrashed Swansea City.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was pleased his side were still giving their all despite already having clinched the Premier League title.

Anyone who thought Manchester City would take it easy after being confirmed champions can think again. Swansea gave the newly crowned winners a guard of honour, and they returned the compliment by putting five past them in a one-sided match. It could have been a lot more, but Pep Guardiola’s side stayed in third gear instead of powering on when they might have done earlier in the season. That’ll be no consolation to the relegation-threatened Swans, though.

Positives

Five goals closer to the 100…

Premier League’s most creative star to be honoured with new Playmaker award

Pep Guardiola delves into his high standards for his Man City players in training, when in possession and their decision making.

Joleon Lescott talks about Manchester City’s new generation and what to expect from Pep Guardiola in the coming seasons.

The FC crew delve into Man City’s evolution during Pep Guardiola’s second season in charge and debate whether winning the Premier League put his critics to bed.
The Premier League has announced the creation of a Playmaker award to honour the footballer providing the most assists in a season.
The award, which adds to the Golden Boot and Golden Glove accolades for strikers and goalkeepers, will be presented for the first time at the end of the season.
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne is currently in line to win, with his 15 assists so far having helped City secure the Premier League title.
Two Etihad Stadium teammates, Leroy Sane and David Silva…

Mohamed Salah, Kevin De Bruyne, Harry Kane lead PFA’s Team of the Year

Relive the top strikes from Week 34 of the 2017-18 Premier League season, including Mohamed Salah’s superb header against Bournemouth.

Relive the top stops from Week 34 of the 2017-18 Premier League season, including Ben Foster’s heroics against Manchester United.

From Olivier Giroud’s winner for Chelsea to Jay Rodriguez’s stunner for West Brom, relive every Premier League goal from the weekend in 90 seconds.

Pep Guardiola delves into his high standards for his Man City players in training, when in possession and their decision making.
Kevin De Bruyne was among five players from Premier League champions Manchester City to be named to the PFA Premier League Team of the Year, with Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah, the leading scorer, also among those honoured.
De Bruyne was joined by teammates Sergio Aguero, Kyle Walker, David Silva and Nicolas Otamendi in the team, chosen by players, reflecting City’s dominance of the league all season.
The PFA Premier League Team of the Year!

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