Croatia keep ‘Golden Generation’ dream alive

Belgium failed to deliver the goods against France, but Croatia’s historic victory against England gives hope to the ‘Golden Generation’ moniker, writes MARSHALL GOUTS.

Martinez: De Bruyne deserves more recognition

Kevin De Bruyne’s World Cup performances are worthy of greater praise, according to Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez.

Martinez: Hazard makes football beautiful

Roberto Martinez lauded Belgium star Eden Hazard as a player who makes football ‘a beautiful sport’ and applauded his influence as captain.

Martinez’s desire for ‘power’ good news for Fellaini

Roberto Martinez has given Brazil a huge indication as to how Belgium will approach their World Cup quarter-final on Friday, acknowledging a need for ‘power’ which could result in Marouane Fellaini starting.

Belgium set-up date with destiny

Belgium survived Japan’s sucker punch and reminded themselves of what they are capable of ahead of a showdown with Brazil at the World Cup.

Belgium players raring to go, says Martinez

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez says all of his players are desperate to be on the pitch ahead of the World Cup round-of-16 clash with Japan in Rostov-on-Don.

Martinez happy to be ‘boring Belgium’

Roberto Martinez is enjoying Belgium’s ‘boring’ tag and insists Romelu Lukaku is not hell-bent on winning the Golden Boot at the World Cup.

Martinez: Spain could be stronger after Lopetegui sacking

Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez believes Spain could come back stronger following the sacking of Julen Lopetegui.

We are 100% ready for World Cup – Martinez

Roberto Martinez declared Belgium ‘ready for the World Cup’ after they wrapped up their preparations for Russia with a 4-1 victory over Costa Rica.

Hazard: The time is now for Belgium

Eden Hazard thinks the club form of Belgium’s key players means the time has come for Roberto Martinez’s men to match expectations.