Belgium Beat Turkey 3-0 as De Bruyne and Lukaku Score
Belgium strengthened their UEFA Nations League position with a 3-0 win over Turkey in Liège, as Nathan Ngoy and Maxim De Cuyper helped preserve a clean sheet through a demanding contest. Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku were on the scoresheet in a result that moved the Red Devils onto six points from three Group A matches.
Why the result matters
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Match | Belgium 3-0 Turkey |
| Competition | UEFA Nations League, Group A |
| Belgium position | Second |
| Belgium record | Six points from three matches |
| Turkey position | Bottom, without a point |
The margin of victory did not reflect an entirely straightforward evening for Belgium’s defence. Turkey repeatedly attacked at speed and created dangerous situations during an open match, forcing Ngoy, De Cuyper and the rest of the back line to remain compact under pressure.
Ngoy described the game as a frantic affair, with possession changing hands rapidly and defensive concentration tested throughout. He felt Belgium’s ability to stay together was decisive in seeing out the shutout.
The defender also praised the influence of Belgium’s established attacking leaders. Lukaku’s finish had not surprised Ngoy, who pointed to the striker’s regular sharpness in training, while adding that the presence of players of Lukaku and De Bruyne’s stature benefits the group.
De Cuyper similarly accepted that Belgium could have shown more composure in periods when Turkey raised the intensity. He said the visitors had opportunities of their own and viewed the occasion as an important learning experience for younger players in the squad.
The win gives Mark van Bommel’s side further confidence ahead of the remaining group fixtures, with Belgium continuing their pursuit of leaders France. Turkey, meanwhile, must look for their first Nations League points in their next outing.
