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Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku Still The Keys For Rebuilding Belgium

A woeful 2022 World Cup campaign marred by infighting marked the end of the road for much of Belgium's venerated golden generation, but two integral figures, Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku, remain in a squad comprising plenty of fresh faces. After the high of a third-place finish at the 2018 World Cup in Russia, Belgium failed to live up to expectations in Qatar with an ageing side, and Eden Hazard's retirement accompanied the departure of coach Roberto Martinez before others followed suit in the months to come.

Hungry Ronaldo has 1,000 goals on his mind

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo is a model of longevity and boasts an outstanding career, and he hopes to add to his goal haul at Euro 2024, with 1,000 career goals the ultimate aim.

De Bruyne key to Belgium's hopes but doubts remain over his fitness

Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne's form since his return from injury at club level with Manchester City has seen him play a big part in their Premier League title success and his national team are hoping it continues into the European Championship.

Relentless Ronaldo chasing more Euro glory with Portugal

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has been a model of longevity for more than two decades in an outstanding career, breaking numerous records and playing for some of the biggest clubs in the world, and he will be determined to make his mark at Euro 2024.

Portugal survive late scare in 4-2 friendly win over Finland

Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes came off the bench to score twice and help Portugal kick off their Euro 2024 preparation with a 4-2 win over non-qualifiers Finland on Tuesday in Lisbon.