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Roberto Martinez "looking forward" to facing England in Russia
Belgium manager Roberto Martinez hails the "very special" World Cup 2018 draw, which placed his side in the same group as England.Dec 1, 16:54
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fgareth-southgate_1.JPG "Interim England manager Gareth Southgate on the touchline during the international friendly with Spain at Wembley on November 15, 2016")
England draw Belgium, Tunisia and Panama in 2018 World Cup
England will face Belgium in the group stages of the 2018 World Cup in Russia.Dec 1, 15:43
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F43%2Feverton-goodison-park-general.JPG "A general shot of the corner flag at Goodison Park prior to their Premier League clash with West Ham United on October 30, 2016")
Everton-linked Ralf Rangnick commits to RB Leipzig
Ralf Rangnick, linked with the vacant Everton manager's job earlier this week, signs a new contract to stay on as RB Leipzig sporting director until 2021.Nov 26, 21:01
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Oliver Mintzlaff: 'Ralf Rangnick to extend RB Leipzig contract'
RB Leipzig chief executive Oliver Mintzlaff claims that Ralf Rangnick is to extend his contract as the club's sporting director this week.Nov 23, 21:51
Romelu Lukaku becomes Belgium's record goalscorer as Red Devils see off Japan
Romelu Lukaku becomes Belgium's all-time leading goalscorer by finding the net in their 1-0 win over Japan.Nov 14, 22:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F44%2Fkevin-de-bruyne_1.jpg "Kevin De Bruyne celebrates opening the scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Arsenal on November 5, 2017")
Kevin De Bruyne not interested in Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi comparisons
Manchester City and Belgium attacker Kevin De Bruyne plays down comparisons with Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.Nov 13, 15:35
What to expect from England in the 2018 World Cup in Russia
What to expect from England at next summer's World Cup finals, which take place in Russia.Nov 13, 13:59
England and the World Cup 2018
If there is one thing that England certainly do not lack when it comes around to World Cup time, it is enthusiasm.Nov 12, 19:27
Kevin De Bruyne: 'Belgium lack a good tactical system'
Kevin De Bruyne slams Belgium's lack of a "good tactical system" and believes that the nation's setup has "not yet found a solution" to their issues.Nov 12, 18:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Fjan-vertonghen-tottenham-hotspur_1.JPG "Tottenham Hotspur's Jan Vertonghen unties his shoelaces following the Europa League match against Gent on February 23, 2017")
Jan Vertonghen to miss next Belgium game with ankle problem
Tottenham Hotspur defender Jan Vertonghen will miss Belgium's game against Mexico on Friday night due to an ankle injury.Nov 9, 19:44
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F37%2Fmarouane-fellaini.jpg "Marouane Fellaini celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Manchester United and Basel on September 12, 2017")
Roberto Martinez: 'Marouane Fellaini not fit enough to play'
Belgium manager Roberto Martinez says that Manchester United's Marouane Fellaini "needs a proper 10 days work with no game" before he can be considered fully fit.Nov 8, 10:19
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F44%2Fromelu-lukaku-andreas-christensen.jpg "Romelu Lukaku and Andreas Christensen in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017")
Roberto Martinez: 'Romelu Lukaku can handle Manchester United pressure'
Roberto Martinez insists that he has "no worries" over Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku's frame of mind after going seven games without a goal for Manchester United.Nov 8, 10:08
Roberto Martinez: 'Everton must go for experience'
Former Everton boss Roberto Martinez says that the Toffees must select an experienced manager to replace Ronald Koeman.Nov 6, 17:21
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F38%2Fcharly-musonda.jpg "Charly Musonda celebrates scoring the third during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017")
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez: 'Charly Musonda can't moan at lack of game-time'
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez insists that Chelsea winger Charly Musonda cannot "moan" about his lack of match action at Stamford Bridge.Nov 3, 10:09
David Unsworth favourite to take over at Everton
Everton Under-23s boss David Unsworth is installed as the favourite to succeed Ronald Koeman following his sacking by the Toffees, with David Moyes also in contention.Oct 23, 12:58
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Foumar-niasse.jpg "Everton's Oumar Niasse introduces himself to the crowd on the pitch before the match between Everton and Newcastle United at Goodison Park on February 3, 2016")
Oumar Niasse: 'I had to stay positive when waiting for chance'
Everton striker Oumar Niasse says that remaining positive during the hard times helped him when given a chance by Ronald Koeman last month.Oct 11, 12:43
Eden Hazard, Thorgan Hazard help Belgium thrash Cyprus
Belgium claim a 4-0 win over Cyprus in Tuesday night's World Cup qualifier in Brussels, with Eden and Thorgan Hazard scoring three goals between them.Oct 10, 20:40
Belgium's Roberto Martinez: 'No communication with Jose Mourinho over Fellaini'
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez reveals that there has not been any contact with Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho regarding Marouane Fellaini's situation.Oct 9, 19:58
Manchester United forward Romelu Lukaku passed fit for Belgium match
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez says that striker Romelu Lukaku has been passed fit for his nation's World Cup qualifier with Cyprus.Oct 9, 16:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F39%2Fmarouane-fellaini.jpg "Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini celebrates after doubling his side's lead during the Premier League match with Crystal Palace on September 30, 2017")
Roberto Martinez: 'Marouane Fellaini suffered knee ligament damage'
Manchester United midfielder Marouane Fellaini suffered ligament damage to his knee on Saturday night, according to Belgium boss Roberto Martinez.Oct 9, 16:31
Kevin De Bruyne hits out at "unacceptable" playing surface
Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne claims that the playing surface at Bosnia-Herzegovina's home ground is the worst that he has played on since he was seven years old.Oct 8, 13:16
Manchester United's Marouane Fellaini avoids long-term layoff
Marouane Fellaini is expected to miss around two weeks of action after injuring his knee in Belgium's win over Bosnia-Herzegovina on Saturday evening.Oct 8, 11:39
Marouane Fellaini suffers knee ligament damage?
Belgium manager Roberto Martinez admits that he is "concerned" that Marouane Fellaini has suffered damage to his knee ligaments.Oct 7, 19:39
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F37%2Fromelu-lukaku_1.jpg "Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring the third during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Everton on September 17, 2017")
Roberto Martinez: 'Romelu Lukaku has matured at Manchester United'
Romelu Lukaku has "coped easily with the expectations" at Manchester United and still has even more to give, according to Belgium manager Roberto Martinez.Oct 7, 15:45
Live Commentary: Bosnia-Herzegovina 3-4 Belgium - as it happened
Relive Belgium's thrilling 4-3 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina as the hosts suffer a damaging defeat in their bid to reach the World Cup in 2018.Oct 7, 15:00
Roberto Martinez: 'Belgium won't push Romelu Lukaku'
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez says that he has no intention of including Romelu Lukaku in his starting lineup should the Manchester United forward be carrying an injury.Oct 5, 10:44
Roberto Martinez: 'No disagreement with Manchester City over Vincent Kompany'
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez denies having a disagreement with Manchester City after confirming that he will be without Vincent Kompany for this week's qualifiers.Oct 2, 16:47
Vincent Kompany reveals international retirement plans
Vincent Kompany says that he intends to retire from international duty with Belgium next year in the hope of prolonging his Manchester City career.Oct 1, 12:41
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F32%2Fvincent-kompany.jpg "City skipper Vincent Kompany in action during the Premier League game between Brighton & Hove Albion and Manchester City on August 12, 2017")
Pep Guardiola: 'Vincent Kompany will not play for Belgium'
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says that Vincent Kompany will play no part for Belgium in their remaining World Cup qualifiers, despite being named in their squad.Sep 29, 13:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F37%2Fmichail-antonio-gareth-barry.jpg "Michail Antonio cops a feel of Gareth Barry during the Premier League game between West Bromwich Albion and West Ham United on September 16, 2017")
Gareth Barry: 'Roberto Martinez told me I could play until 40'
West Bromwich Albion midfielder Gareth Barry recalls a chat with Roberto Martinez in which the former Everton boss told the midfielder that he could play until he is 40.Sep 24, 12:33
Roberto Martinez tips Ross Barkley to revive career
Former Everton manager Roberto Martinez tips Ross Barkley to bounce back from his career lull.Sep 21, 20:41
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F38%2Fromelu-lukaku.jpg "Romelu Lukaku looks unimpressed while playing for Manchester United in August 2017")
Roberto Martinez: 'Romelu Lukaku has matured'
Belgium and former Everton manager Roberto Martinez says that Romelu Lukaku has "matured" since his move to Manchester United.Sep 21, 09:23
Belgium coach Roberto Martinez proud of qualifying for World Cup
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez says that the squad should be proud of becoming the first European nation to secure qualification for next year's World Cup.Sep 4, 09:55
Belgium book spot at 2018 World Cup
Belgium become the sixth team to book their spot at the 2018 World Cup after recording a 2-1 victory over Greece in Sunday night's Group H fixture.Sep 3, 21:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Feden-hazard-chelsea.JPG "Chelsea's Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017")
Eden Hazard "happy" to be back in the fold
Chelsea and Belgium attacker Eden Hazard is "just happy to be back on the pitch" after two months on the sidelines with a fractured ankle.Aug 30, 19:59
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Feden-hazard_1.jpg "Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Southampton on April 25, 2017")
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez: 'Eden Hazard could play'
Belgium boss Roberto Martinez says that Chelsea star Eden Hazard could play during the international break after recovering from a fractured ankle.Aug 28, 19:43
Everton 'set Oumar Niasse price at £8m amid Brighton & Hove Albion interest'
Everton reportedly set Oumar Niasse's asking price at £8m amid interest from Brighton & Hove Albion.Aug 27, 10:46
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F07%2Fantonio-conte-cheslea.jpg "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on the sidelines in the match against Burnley on February 12, 2017")
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte surprised by Eden Hazard's call-up to Belgium squad
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that he "respects" Roberto Martinez's decision to call up Eden Hazard to his Belgium squad, despite the winger's lack of game time.Aug 26, 08:13
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Flionel-messi.JPG "Lionel Messi of Barcelona in action during his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016")
Lionel Messi unhappy with Barcelona's desire to bring back Gerard Deulofeu?
Lionel Messi is reportedly unhappy with Barcelona for trying to bring back Everton's Gerard Deulofeu rather than focus on other targets.Jun 27, 09:17
Belgium brush Estonia aside to extend Group H lead
Belgium ease to a 2-0 victory over group minnows Estonia in World Cup qualifying.Jun 9, 21:22
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