Belgium Defeat Russia in Euro 2020 Opener
Belgium Storm to Victory
Belgium has emerged victorious in their opening match of the Euro 2020 tournament, defeating Russia 3-0 in a commanding performance at the Gazprom Arena in St. Petersburg.
Lukaku Leads Attack
Romelu Lukaku was the star of the show, scoring a magnificent double to secure the win for Belgium. His goals came in the 10th and 88th minutes, showcasing his world-class striking abilities.
Lukaku's first goal was a stunning volley, while his second was a clinical finish after a mazy run. His goals highlighted Belgium's attacking prowess, which has been a major strength of the team in recent years.
Russia's Disappointment
For Russia, the loss is a major disappointment, as they were hoping to start the tournament with a strong performance in front of their home crowd.
However, they were unable to cope with Belgium's quality and struggled to create any meaningful chances throughout the match. The result extends Belgium's unbeaten record against Russia to seven matches, with five wins and two draws in their previous meetings.
Belgium's Bright Start
The win gives Belgium a great start to Euro 2020 and puts them in a strong position to qualify for the knockout stages.
They will be looking to build on this momentum in their next match against Denmark on Thursday, while Russia will need to regroup and find a way to bounce back against Finland on Saturday.
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