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Canada Player Ratings vs Belgium: Alphonso Davies Misses Penalty

November 23, 2022 Will Presnell Belgium, Canada, Player Ratings, Qatar, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Despite being the better side, Alphonso Davies' missed penalty saw Canada fall 0-1 to Belgium in their first World Cup match since 1986. The Canadians were in fine form during the first 45 minutes, but a lapse in concentration saw them concede a sudden goal. At halftime, Belgium made several tactical adjustments, and the underdogs were unable to recreate their first-half magic.

While relieving the injured Romelu Lukaku, Michy Batshuayi scored the match-winning goal in Belgium's 1-0 victory over Canada

Belgium Player Ratings vs Canada: Batshuayi Fills Lukaku’s Shoes

November 23, 2022 Will Presnell Belgium, Canada, Player Ratings, Qatar, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, World Cup, World Cup 2022

While relieving the injured Romelu Lukaku, Michy Batshuayi scored the match-winning goal in Belgium's 1-0 victory over Canada. While Canada was the better team for a majority of the game, the favorites made significant adjustments at halftime and were able to hold onto the lead.

Belgium took the three points but it was Canada to impress. The last dance of the Red Devils' Golden Generation started with a lackluster performance

Belgium vs Canada 1-0: Batshuayi Saves the Golden Generation

November 23, 2022 The Cult of Calcio Belgium, Canada, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Belgium took the three points but it was Canada to impress. The last dance of the Red Devils' Golden Generation started with a lackluster performance in which Emiliano Martinez's side huffed and puffed to put a single goal past the North Americans. In the end, it was Romelu Lukaku's backup Michy Batshuayi to open a breach in the Canadian defense on 44 minutes,

Romelu Lukaku will remain sidelined for the upcoming match versus Salernitana. Inter will continue to be cautious with their top striker.

Inter Striker Lukaku Out of Belgium’s Opening Two WC Matches

November 20, 2022 Marko Vrakela Belgium, Inter, Serie A, World Cup 2022

Inter marksman Romelu Lukaku will miss out on the opening two 2022 FIFA World Cup matches for Belgium due to a hamstring injury. As per News18, the 29-year-old did not feature in the national team's first training session upon arriving in Qatar.

The Best XI Serie A Players in 2022 World Cup, Including Milan and Juve Stars

November 18, 2022 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Argentina, Brazil, Denmark, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Netherlands, Poland, Roma, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022

It's time to recognize the league's most glamorous ambassadors to Doha in our Best XI formation made up of Serie A players who received callups. Moreover, we'll add a suitable backup or two for each position in order to complete a 26-man squad worthy of our beloved league.

Group F contains 2018 finalists Croatia, Roberto Martinez's Belgium, African side Morocco and Canada, appearing at just their second-ever World Cup finals

2022 World Cup Preview and Predictions: Group F

November 16, 2022 Ashlee Kiddell Belgium, Croatia, Morocco, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching and we are bringing you a preview of every group ahead of the tournament, offering an insight into each team, as well as predictions as to who will progress to the knockout rounds. Below, we preview Group F that contains 2018 finalists Croatia, Roberto Martinez's Belgium, African side Morocco and Canada, appearing at just their second-ever World Cup finals.

A few of the top Serie A players won’t play in the World Cup, either because of injuries, subpar performances, or questionable coaching decisions.

Several Serie A Stars Not Called Up for Qatar World Cup

November 10, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Belgium, England, France, Germany, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market, World Cup 2022

A few of the top Serie A players won’t play in the World Cup even though they were in the running, either because of injuries, subpar performances, or questionable decisions by the coaches of their national teams. Milan linchpins Mike Maignan, Pierre Kalulu, and Fikayo Tomori haven’t been selected by France and England.

Romelu Lukaku has flown to Belgium to assess his setback, which appears to be minor on the surface but might be hiding a bigger problem.

Lukaku Presence in the World Cup Hangs in the Balance

November 3, 2022 Enrico Passarella Belgium, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Romelu Lukaku has flown to Belgium to assess his setback, which appears to be minor on the surface but might be hiding a bigger problem. It’s more than likely that he has already played his final game for Inter in 2023. The striker took some tests, but the issue will be clearer next week.

After missing the past two games, including the Derby with Milan, Romelu Lukaku will have to sit out a few more to recover from a thigh injury.

Lukaku Set to Miss More Fixtures with Thigh Injury

September 5, 2022 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

After missing the past two games, Romelu Lukaku will have to sit out a few more to recover from a thigh injury. After he got hurt, the Nerazzurri had announced he would be re-evaluated in a week. He will undergo further exams in Belgium shortly, where he will spend some time.

Nostalgic Nainggolan Reflects on Playing Career in Italy

February 4, 2022 Akhil Fisher Cagliari, Inter, Inter Milan, Roma, Serie A

Radja Nainggolan returned back to his native Belgium for the first time in his professional club playing career, having spent virtually all his life plying his trade in Italy for Piacenza, Cagliari, Roma and Inter.

Belgium vs France Player Ratings: Hernandez Grabs Late Goal

October 8, 2021 Ashlee Kiddell Belgium, France, International Football, Nations League, Player Ratings, Serie A

Theo Hernandez grabbed a late winner for France as they sent Belgium home in 3-2 win to reach the 2022 Nations League final. Hosts Italy were knocked out by Spain the night before, as Belgium and France produced a five goal thriller at the Juventus Stadium in Turin.

Belgium vs France 2-3: Hernandez Snatches Late Goal to Send France Through to Final

October 7, 2021 Ashlee Kiddell Belgium, France, International Football, Nations League, Serie A

Milan's Theo Hernandez scored the winner in a 3-2 thriller in Turin as world champions France defeated the no.1 ranked team in the world, Belgium, to advance to the final of the 2022 UEFA Nations League.

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