Latest Nations League update: Kevin De Bruyne, Belgian football in focus

Kevin De Bruyne gave a dominant display in the Nations League match against Italy, drawing the game towards him and creating several chances. His influence was labeled by the analysts as the desired version of De Bruyne, a performance that gave the Belgian team a solid start in the new campaign.

Standout Mika Godts scores and supports De Bruyne

Mika Godts delivered a top performance with a rating of eight, the highest in the report. He scored his first goal for the Red Devil and combined excellently with De Bruyne, thereby playing an important role both offensively and defensively.

Defensive stability of Senne Lammens

In goal stood Senne Lammens, who filled in for the absence of Thibaut Courtois. Despite the pressure after his mistake in the World Cup quarter‑final, Lammens kept the ball flawless and made top saves on Kean and Esposito, keeping the Red Devil safe.

Axel Brisart, editor at Voetbal, noted: “If the Belgians gave something away, it mostly ran along their right flank.” This observation underlined the crucial role of the right flank in the match.

Mark van Bommel celebrates Italy's win while praising De Bruyne

Mark van Bommel praised De Bruyne for his “multi‑versatility” and placed him on the right wing. De Bruyne started full of enthusiasm, but was substituted in the 58th minute, a decision that the coach considered logical.

Other notable players were Dodi Lukebakio, who scored the second goal in the 58th minute, and Romelu Lukaku, who was booed by the Italian fans after his substitution. The team's focus now shifts to the upcoming match against France.

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The Red Devil thus achieved a 0‑2 victory in Italy, a result that makes the start of their Nations League campaign strong. The report also notes two players with a rating of five out of ten, who fell just below the failing mark.