Person: Marc Wilmots

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Arsene Wenger giving his Euro stars four week break

Arsene Wenger has guaranteed his Euro 2016 stars a four-week summer break, potentially leaving his side short staffed at the start of the new Premier League campaign.

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Wales dare to dream after turnaround victory

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Eden Hazard wary of Gareth Bale force

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Gareth Bale: ‘We’re Belgium’s bogey team, hopefully that edge gets into their heads’

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24 things we've learned so far about Euro 2016

This time, a draw would be a great result

Belgium desperately seeking something to unite squad

Belgium’s players, fans, and even some pundits were in a state of shock last Tuesday morning following the defeat by Italy. It was not so much the result itself as the way in which Belgium were outmanoeuvred in all aspects of the game.

Sat, 18 Jun, 2016

Belgium's Toby Alderweireld braced for Long afternoon with Shane

With the weight of the nation resting on Belgium tomorrow, defender Toby Alderweireld really could do without the sight of Shane Long lurking on his shoulder.

Fri, 17 Jun, 2016

Ciaran Clark now looking beyond own goal nightmare

As he parted from his media inquisitors, Ciaran Clark bemoaned the fleeting time he’d had with his family around the Sweden game.

Fri, 17 Jun, 2016

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Romelu Lukaku facing axe as Belgium aim to recover from poor start

As Belgium gear up to take their early Euro 2016 frustrations out on Ireland, it has emerged Everton striker Romelu Lukaku could be culled from the side which lost their opener to Italy on Monday.

Thu, 16 Jun, 2016

Belgium ready to vent frustrations

Belgium will face Ireland on Saturday determined to debunk talk of them becoming the underachievers of Euro 2016.

Wed, 15 Jun, 2016

Defensive headaches continue for Belgium after narrow win against Norway

Belgium 3 Norway 2

Mon, 06 Jun, 2016

Liam Brady is fearing the worst, hoping for the best ahead of Euro 2016

Liam Brady is concerned that UEFA have diluted the quality of France 2016 but hopeful that Ireland can progress in the tournament – just so long as they begin the finals the way they ended their qualifying campaign

Fri, 03 Jun, 2016

Vincent Kompany urges unity as Belgium grieves

‘We must reject hate and its preachers,’ says the Manchester City captain, as doubts surround next week’s friendly between Belgium and Portugal...

Wed, 23 Mar, 2016

Bluffer’s guide to Ireland’s prospects

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Mon, 14 Dec, 2015

Swede dreams not just made of Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Zlatan Ibrahimovic might be the name on everyone’s lips but the manager of Ireland’s first opponents at the European Championship finals insists that Sweden are not a one-man band.

Mon, 14 Dec, 2015

There are no easy draws for Irish football

Somewhere back in the mists, around about the time Giovanni Trapattoni was finally hitting the wall as Ireland manager, a cosy consensus took hold that whoever replaced the Italian was bound to have not just a better time of it, but an easier time of it.

Mon, 14 Dec, 2015

Vincent Kompany: I’ve no regrets over Belgium decision

Manchester City skipper Vincent Kompany has no regrets about going against his manager’s wishes and playing for Belgium against Israel.

Tue, 27 Oct, 2015

Pellegrini angered by Belgium’s decision to play Manchester City skipper Kompany

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini has hit out at Belgium after captain Vincent Kompany featured in their final Euro 2016 qualifier this week.

Sat, 17 Oct, 2015

Gareth Bale swoops as Welsh Dragons roar

Wales 1 Belgium 0: Wales produced one of the best victories in their history to beat Belgium 1-0 and take a massive step towards qualifying for next summer’s European Championships.

Sat, 13 Jun, 2015

Euro 2016 Championship qualifiers round-up

Holland came from behind to beat Kazakhstan 3-1 at the Amsterdam ArenA and get their Euro 2016 qualifying campaign up and running.

Fri, 10 Oct, 2014

Rizzoli to referee World Cup final

The Italian official accused last week of favouring Argentina and Lionel Messi has been chosen to referee their World Cup final against Germany.

Fri, 11 Jul, 2014

Relieved goal hero Higuain takes pressure off Messi

Argentina 1 Belgium 0

Mon, 07 Jul, 2014

Wilmots slams 'ordinary' Argentina

Belgium coach Marc Wilmots labelled Argentina as “ordinary” and criticised their spoiling tactics after his side went out of the World Cup after a 1-0 defeat in the quarter-final in Brasilia.

Sat, 05 Jul, 2014

Kompany fit to take on Argentina

Belgium captain Vincent Kompany has shrugged off a groin injury and will be ready to face Argentina in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final, coach Marc Wilmots has said.

Fri, 04 Jul, 2014

Sex-starved superstars appear in real rush to get back home

Might this be the World Cup won in the bedroom? All of the nations that imposed outright pre-tournament sex bans have already been knocked out.

Thu, 03 Jul, 2014

Howard 'outstanding' - Klinsmann

United States coach Jurgen Klinsmann hailed Tim Howard’s “phenomenal” performance as the Everton number one produced the greatest performance by a goalkeeper in a generation to defy Belgium until extra time.

Wed, 02 Jul, 2014

Belgium hang on against determined Americans

Belgium 2 USA 1 (after extra time)

Wed, 02 Jul, 2014

Hero Howard misses out as Belgium show class against Americans

Belgium 2 USA 1 (after extra time)

Wed, 02 Jul, 2014

Late Vertonghen strike sends 10-man Belgium through

Tottenham defender Jan Vertonghen struck in the 78th minute to hand 10-man Belgium a 1-0 triumph over South Korea on Thursday in Curitiba.

Fri, 27 Jun, 2014

USA takes a further step to becoming genuine contenders

That thrilling, slightly jarring draw between the US and Portugal on Sunday night was the most watched soccer game of all time in America.

Wed, 25 Jun, 2014

Belgium’s qualified success

Belgium 1 Russia 0

Mon, 23 Jun, 2014

Kompany injury scare for Belgium

Belgium captain Vincent Kompany has suffered an injury setback three days out from their World Cup clash with Russia.

Thu, 19 Jun, 2014

Subs to the rescue as Belgium win ugly

Belgium 2 Algeria 1

Wed, 18 Jun, 2014

Fellaini kickstarts Belgium comeback

Substitutes Marouane Fellaini and Dries Mertens prevented Belgium's much-hyped World Cup campaign falling flat as they came from behind to beat Algeria today.

Tue, 17 Jun, 2014

Januzaj in Belgium squad for World Cup

Manchester United’s Adnan Januzaj has been included in Belgium’s World Cup squad.

Tue, 13 May, 2014

Januzaj in for Belgium

Manchester United midfielder Adnan Januzaj will be included in Belgium’s preliminary World Cup squad, head coach Marc Wilmots has confirmed.

Wed, 30 Apr, 2014

Januzaj will be in Belgium camp

Manchester United midfielder Adnan Januzaj will be included in Belgium’s preliminary World Cup squad, head coach Marc Wilmots has confirmed.

Tue, 29 Apr, 2014

Januzaj opts for Belgium

Manchester United winger Adnan Januzaj has chosen to play international football for Belgium, according to coach Marc Wilmots.

Thu, 24 Apr, 2014

Jones says United inspired by rivals’ hate

Defender Phil Jones has claimed Manchester United’s critics have been desperate for the Old Trafford outfit to fail this season.

Tue, 12 Nov, 2013

United youngster Januzaj not ready to pick his country

Manchester United youngster Adnan Januzaj has told Belgium coach Marc Wilmots he is not ready to decide where his international future lies.

Tue, 08 Oct, 2013

Mancini takes on Belgium over Kompany

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has made clear to captain Vincent Kompany he expects him to put club before country.

Fri, 29 Mar, 2013

Kompany wrong to play, says Mancini

Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini has voiced his anger with Vincent Kompany and Belgium after his captain played in a World Cup qualifier this week.

Fri, 29 Mar, 2013

Mancini 'did not agree to Kompany selection'

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has hit out at Belgium counterpart Marc Wilmots for selecting captain Vincent Kompany for international duty this week.

Thu, 28 Mar, 2013

Wilmots named as new Belgium boss

Marc Wilmots has been confirmed as the new coach of Belgium, agreeing a deal until the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.

Wed, 06 Jun, 2012

Brazil v Turkey: guide to the semi-final

GUIDE TO THE SEMI-FINALS: BRAZIL v TURKEYBrazil have put a shaky qualification programme behind them to look like favourites to win the 2002 World Cup. They certainly have the psychological edge over Turkey, having beaten them in the first round.

Tue, 25 Jun, 2002

Rivaldo and Ronaldo come to Brazil's rescue

By James Whelan

Tue, 18 Jun, 2002

Waseige resigns as Belgium coach

Belgium coach Robert Waseige is stepping down after their exit from the World Cup.

Mon, 17 Jun, 2002

Brazil win sets up clash with England

Brazil 2 Belgium 0

Mon, 17 Jun, 2002

Brazil win sets up clash with England - report

Brazil 2 Belgium 0

Mon, 17 Jun, 2002