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Coach gave Belgium faith to win World Cup - De Bruyne

Coach gave Belgium faith to win World Cup - De Bruyne

Belgium midfielder Kevin De Bruyne said on Monday that the team's head coach Roberto Martinez made them believe they can win the World Cup. 10 Jul 2018
French Players Individually As Strong As Brazil - Belgium Head Coach Martinez

French Players Individually As Strong As Brazil - Belgium Head Coach Martinez

ST. PETERSBURG, July 9 (Sputnik) - Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez said on Monday that France are individually as strong as Brazil’s side. 10 Jul 2018
Martinez says Belgium deserved victory over Brazil

Martinez says Belgium deserved victory over Brazil

Belgium would not have deserved to lose to Brazil, head coach Roberto Martinez said on Friday night, adding that he was delighted that his side recorded victory in their World Cup quarter-final match. 7 Jul 2018
Belgium Do Not Need Extra Motivation Ahead of World Cup France Quarter-Final - Head Coach

Belgium Do Not Need Extra Motivation Ahead of World Cup France Quarter-Final - Head Coach

KAZAN, July 5 (Sputnik) - Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez said on Thursday that his side did not need any extra motivation ahead of their World Cup quarter-final against Brazil. 6 Jul 2018
Belgium Head Coach Martinez Says VAR Helpful at FIFA World Cup

Belgium Head Coach Martinez Says VAR Helpful at FIFA World Cup

KAZAN, July 5 (Sputnik) - Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez said on Thursday that the video assistant referee (VAR) system that had been launched at the FIFA World Cup in Russia was beneficial for football. 6 Jul 2018
Belgium will "enjoy every moment" of Brazil showdown

Belgium will "enjoy every moment" of Brazil showdown

Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez says that even though his 'underdogs' will enjoy every moment of their heavyweight quarter-final with Brazil. 3 Jul 2018
Belgium expect 'competitive game' against Japan

Belgium expect 'competitive game' against Japan

Belgium expect a "competitive game" against Japan in the round of 16 at this summer's FIFA World Cup in Russia, head coach Roberto Martinez said on Thursday. 29 Jun 2018
Belgium's coach touts next 'golden generation'

Belgium's coach touts next 'golden generation'

Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez says the team that beat England 1-0 in Kaliningrad on Thursday might become the "next golden generation of Belgian players." 29 Jun 2018
Belgium out to 'enjoy' World Cup

Belgium out to 'enjoy' World Cup

Players of the Belgian national football team told Belgian media on Thursday that they were going to "enjoy" the World Cup. 14 Jun 2018
Injured Kompany in Belgium squad

Injured Kompany in Belgium squad

MOSCOW, June 4 (Sputnik) - Manchester City defender Vincent Kompany, who picked up a groin injury in Belgium's friendly goalless draw against Portugal on Saturday, has been included in the country's final 23-man squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, the team announced Monday. 4 Jun 2018
Belgium Head Coach Denies Reports About Mattresses With Names of Players in Final Squad

Belgium Head Coach Denies Reports About Mattresses With Names of Players in Final Squad

MOSCOW, June 1 (Sputnik) - Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez denied Friday media reports claiming that journalists had discovered mattresses labeled with the names of the 23 players, who will travel to Russia for the FIFA World Cup this summer. 2 Jun 2018
Belgium Defender Vermaelen Not Yet Fit for 2018 FIFA World Cup - Head Coach

Belgium Defender Vermaelen Not Yet Fit for 2018 FIFA World Cup - Head Coach

MOSCOW, May 28 (Sputnik) - Barcelona and Belgium defender Thomas Vermaelen, who was named in his country's preliminary squad for 2018 FIFA World Cup, has not fully recovered from his injury yet, Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez said Monday. 29 May 2018
Belgium Head Coach Says Tough Call Refusing Nainggolan Spot in 2018 FIFA World Cup Squad

Belgium Head Coach Says Tough Call Refusing Nainggolan Spot in 2018 FIFA World Cup Squad

MOSCOW, May 28 (Sputnik) - Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez admitted Monday that it was not easy for him to leave Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan out of the national team for the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. 29 May 2018
McLeish Feeling The Heat At Villa

McLeish Feeling The Heat At Villa

Alex McLeish said vocal opposition from Aston Villa's supporters is making his job difficult following a 0-0 draw with Wigan Athletic. 26 Feb 2012
Martinez Marvels At Wigan Fight

Martinez Marvels At Wigan Fight

Wigan manager Roberto Martinez was rapt with their third away win of the season in a crucial 2-1 Premier League victory over rivals Bolton. 12 Feb 2012
Martinez Baffled By Hoilett Goal

Martinez Baffled By Hoilett Goal

Roberto Martinez could not understand why Junior Hoilett's goal was allowed to stand during a 3-3 draw between Blackburn and Wigan. 20 Nov 2011