Belgium vs Slovakia: Live Updates from the 2024 European Championship
Match Preview
Belgium and Slovakia face off in the first meeting between the two teams since a 2-1 home win for the Belgians in a friendly in February 2013. Belgium is a heavy favorite in this matchup but should be wary of Slovakia's counter-attacking threats.
Key Players
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Kevin De Bruyne (Belgium): The Manchester City midfielder is one of the best players in the world and will be looking to create chances for his teammates. *
Romelu Lukaku (Belgium): The Inter Milan striker is a clinical finisher and will be looking to add to his 66 goals for Belgium. *
Marek HamÅ¡Ãk (Slovakia): The former Napoli midfielder is Slovakia's all-time leading scorer and will be looking to make an impact in his final major tournament.
Live Updates
16:00 UTC: Kick-off! Belgium gets the game underway.
16:05 UTC: Belgium has a great chance to take the lead, but De Bruyne's shot goes just wide of the post.
16:10 UTC: Slovakia is starting to get into the game now and is creating some good chances of their own.
16:15 UTC: GOAL! Slovakia takes the lead through Haraslin, who finishes off a great move.
16:20 UTC: Belgium is looking to respond, but Slovakia is defending well.
16:25 UTC: Half-time! Slovakia leads 1-0.
16:45 UTC: Second half is underway.
16:50 UTC: Belgium is pressing for an equalizer, but Slovakia is holding firm.
16:55 UTC: GOAL! Belgium equalizes through Lukaku, who scores from close range.
17:00 UTC: Belgium is now in control of the game and is looking for a winner.
17:05 UTC: Full-time! Belgium wins 2-1.
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