England manager Gareth Southgate on June 2, 2018
Team News: England Southgate makes five changes to England XI
England boss Gareth Southgate makes five changes to his XI for Saturday's 2018 World Cup third-place playoff with Belgium.
Jul 14, 12:50
 England's Jamie Vardy in action with Belgium's Mousa Dembele on June 28, 2018
Preview:Belgium vs. England - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full match preview of England's third-place playoff with Belgium in St Petersburg.
Jul 12, 20:12
 France defender Samuel Umtiti celebrates with teammates after scoring the opening goal of his side's World Cup semi-final with Belgium on July 10, 2018
Samuel Umtiti sends France into World Cup final
France book their place in the final of the 2018 World Cup courtesy of a 1-0 win over Belgium, with Samuel Umtiti scoring the only goal of the game.
Jul 10, 19:55
 Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring the second during the World Cup quarter-final game between Brazil and Belgium on July 6, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne hails Pep Guardiola influence
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne thanks Pep Guardiola for helping him to "grow a lot as an individual player" over the past 12 months.
Jul 10, 11:02
 Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring the second during the World Cup quarter-final game between Brazil and Belgium on July 6, 2018
Preview:France vs. Belgium - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted XIs, team news and a full match preview for the World Cup semi-final clash between France and Belgium.
Jul 8, 10:40
 Romelu Lukaku and Pepe in action during the international friendly between Belgium and Portugal on June 2, 2018
Romelu Lukaku: 'My game is more than goals'
Manchester United and Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku wants "to be seen as an all-rounder" on the football pitch rather than a player who simply scores goals.
Jul 7, 18:51
 Belgium's Romelu Lukaku scores their second goal in the match against Panama on June 18, 2018
Rio Ferdinand hails Romelu Lukaku performance
Former England and Manchester United centre-back Rio Ferdinand says that Romelu Lukaku was "too big and too strong" for Brazil on Friday night.
Jul 7, 18:38
 Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring the second during the World Cup quarter-final game between Brazil and Belgium on July 6, 2018
Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne: 'We showed the world what we are capable of'
Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne says that his team made a statement of intent by knocking Brazil out of the World Cup.
Jul 6, 20:51
 Belgium manager Roberto Martinez on October 10, 2017
Roberto Martinez hails Belgium's "incredible heart"
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez hails his players' "incredible heart" following their win over Brazil.
Jul 6, 20:36
 Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring the second during the World Cup quarter-final game between Brazil and Belgium on July 6, 2018
Belgium knock out Brazil to reach World Cup semi-finals
Belgium beat five-time winners Brazil 2-1 at the Kazan Arena to set up a World Cup semi-final showdown with France.
Jul 6, 19:54
 Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring the second during the World Cup quarter-final game between Brazil and Belgium on July 6, 2018
Live Commentary: Brazil 1-2 Belgium - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Belgium's 2-1 win against Brazil, as the Red Devils pulled off a surprise win to reach the World Cup semis.
Jul 6, 17:00
 Belgium manager Roberto Martinez on October 10, 2017
Team News: Belgium make two changes for Brazil World Cup clash
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez makes two changes for his side's World Cup quarter-final with Brazil.
Jul 6, 16:53
 Belgium's players celebrate beating USA in the last 16 of the 2014 World Cup
Belgium beat Japan through last-gasp Nacer Chadli winner
Nacer Chadli scores with the final kick of the game to complete a remarkable Belgium comeback in their 3-2 win over Japan in the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jul 2, 20:00
 Kevin De Bruyne and Goncalo Guedes in action during the international friendly between Belgium and Portugal on June 2, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne: 'Belgium calmer than ever'
Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne says that his teammates are "calmer" after their experiences in both previous major tournaments.
Jun 28, 12:28
 England's Harry Kane celebrates scoring their first goal in the World Cup match against Tunisia on June 18, 2018
Preview:England vs. Belgium - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full match preview for England's Group G decider against Belgium at the 2018 World Cup.
Jun 27, 13:00
 England's John Stones celebrates scoring their first goal in the match against Panama on June 24, 2018
John Stones defends teammate Kyle Walker following Arsene Wenger criticism
England defender John Stones leaps to the defence of Manchester City teammate Kyle Walker following criticism from Arsene Wenger.
Jun 27, 12:43
 Eden Hazard in action for Belgium on June 2, 2018
Eden Hazard, Romelu Lukaku hit doubles in Belgium's win over Tunisia
Belgium all but secure a place in the last 16 of the World Cup with a 5-2 victory over Tunisia in Saturday's Group G fixture in Moscow.
Jun 23, 13:59
 Eden Hazard in action for Belgium on June 2, 2018
Live Commentary: Belgium 5-2 Tunisia - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Belgium register a 5-2 victory over Tunisia to all but guarantee a place in the last 16 of the World Cup.
Jun 23, 11:00
 Eden Hazard in action for Belgium on June 2, 2018
Team News: Belgium unchanged against Tunisia
Belgium coach Roberto Martinez selects the same side against Tunisia which beat Panama 3-0 on Monday evening.
Jun 23, 10:53
 Belgium's Romelu Lukaku scores their second goal in the match against Panama on June 18, 2018
Preview:Belgium vs. Tunisia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full match preview for Saturday's World Cup Group G clash between Belgium and Tunisia in Moscow.
Jun 22, 06:56
 Kevin De Bruyne poses for his Belgium photoshoot on June 5, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne opens up on criticism of Belgium performances
Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne is ready to take on a more significant role for his country, following criticism of his performances on the international stage.
Jun 21, 20:21
 Belgium's Romelu Lukaku scores their second goal in the match against Panama on June 18, 2018
Romelu Lukaku stars as Belgium beat Panama
A flurry of second-half goals secure Belgium a 3-0 win over Panama in their opening World Cup Group G game at the Fisht Olympic Stadium in Sochi.
Jun 18, 16:58
 Belgium's Romelu Lukaku scores their second goal in the match against Panama on June 18, 2018
Live Commentary: Belgium 3-0 Panama - as it happened
Relive how Belgium eventually put away Panama with a 3-0 win in Sochi, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute updates of the World Cup Group G encounter.
Jun 18, 14:00
 Manchester City's Vincent Kompany during the match against Brighton & Hove Albion on May 9, 2018
Team News: Vincent Kompany sits out Belgium World Cup opener
Celtic's Dedryck Boyata replaces Vincent Kompany in the Belgium defence for their World Cup opener against Panama.
Jun 18, 14:00
 Belgium manager Roberto Martinez on October 10, 2017
Preview:Belgium vs. Panama - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the World Cup Group G match between Belgium and Panama.
Jun 15, 15:56
 The Belgium team line up before their friendly game with Portugal on June 2, 2018
World Cup preview: Belgium
Ahead of this summer's World Cup in Russia, Sports Mole assesses the chances of Belgium, whose golden generation go into the tournament ranked third in the world.
Jun 13, 15:00
 Eden Hazard in action for Belgium on June 2, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne warns Hazard to stay calm in World Cup matches
Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne warns Eden Hazard to remain calm on the pitch and to expect aggressive challenges in the World Cup this month.
Jun 12, 18:15
 Belgium's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their second goal in the friendly against Costa Rica on June 11, 2018
Belgium maintain momentum ahead of World Cup with convincing win over Costa Rica
Romelu Lukaku scores twice as Belgium recover from a goal behind to beat Costa Rica 4-1 in their final World Cup warm-up match.
Jun 11, 20:42
 Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola watches on during the Premier League clash with Southampton on May 13, 2018
Pep Guardiola: Yaya Toure discrimination comments "were lies"
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola defends himself against claims made by Yaya Toure that he 'treats African players differently'.
Jun 10, 09:53
 Kevin De Bruyne and Goncalo Guedes in action during the international friendly between Belgium and Portugal on June 2, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne targets World Cup glory with Belgium
Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne acknowledges the importance of winning a major tournament with his national side, but says that it is about more than just squad depth.
Jun 9, 14:36
 Kevin De Bruyne and Goncalo Guedes in action during the international friendly between Belgium and Portugal on June 2, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne: 'Belgium can cope without Vincent Kompany'
Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne insists that his side can cope during the World Cup without injured teammate Vincent Kompany.
Jun 7, 10:49
 Belgium manager Roberto Martinez on October 10, 2017
Belgium make light work of Egypt in pre-World Cup friendly
Belgium claim a straightforward 3-0 win over Egypt in Wednesday night's international friendly at the King Baudouin Stadium ahead of the World Cup in Russia.
Jun 6, 20:49
 Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne in action during a Champions League clash with Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on April 10, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne defends Pep Guardiola over Yaya Toure racism claims
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne insists that he has seen no evidence of discrimination from manager Pep Guardiola following allegations by Yaya Toure.
Jun 6, 09:35
 Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne in action during a Champions League clash with Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on April 10, 2018
Roberto Martinez: 'Kevin De Bruyne should have beaten Mohamed Salah to awards'
Belgium boss Roberto ­Martinez believes that Kevin De Bruyne should have beaten Mohamed Salah to the Football Writers' Footballer of the Year and PFA Player of the Year awards.
Jun 3, 10:20
 Romelu Lukaku and Pepe in action during the international friendly between Belgium and Portugal on June 2, 2018
Belgium draw with Portugal to extend unbeaten streak
Two of the World Cup's potential dark horses Belgium and Portugal play out a goalless draw in a warm-up friendly in Brussels ahead of the tournament.
Jun 2, 20:39
 Marouane Fellaini celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017
Marouane Fellaini: 'England will be a good test for Belgium'
Belgium midfielder Marouane Fellaini is anticipating a good game against England in Group G of the World Cup next month.
May 31, 13:18
 Paul Pogba reacts to his effort being saved during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Paul Pogba: 'Ex-Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby taught me a lot'
Paul Pogba believes that Abou Diaby is a better all-round midfielder than him, citing his compatriot's injury problems as the reason he is not more highly regarded.
May 27, 18:22
 Mohamed Salah celebrates during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Watford on March 17, 2018
Video: Sports Mole Reader Awards - Premier League Midfielder of the Season
Find out who you voted for as the Premier League Midfielder of the Season in Sports Mole's fourth annual Reader Awards.
May 20, 12:00
 Kevin De Bruyne in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Leicester City on February 10, 2018
Kevin De Bruyne: 'Manchester City points haul may never be matched'
Manchester City midfielder Kevin De Bruyne claims that his side's 100-point haul in the Premier League this season is an achievement which may never be matched.
May 15, 13:58
 Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on March 4, 2018
Ander Herrera: 'Eden Hazard is best player in Premier League'
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera chooses Chelsea's Eden Hazard as the best player in the Premier League ahead of Saturday's FA Cup final between the two sides.
May 15, 13:01
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