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Brazil vs Belgium : Key Things We Learned As 5 Star Belgium Stun Brazil In A Three Goal Thriller 5l6g45

by Mudit Budhiraja -
Brazil Vs Belgium, FIFA World Cup 2018, Russia

Brazil vs Belgium was one of the world cup classics as two first half goals from Belgium were enough to see them through into the semi-finals and book a clash with . 1b4j14

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Belgium started the game with a physically strong line-up which saw Nacer Chadli and Marouane Fellaini taking up responsibility to rule the midfield and handing Kevin De Bruyne a more advanced role with each of them performing very well.

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The Manchester City playmaker doubled Belgium’s lead with an exquisite finish after Fernandinho’s unfortunate own goal but despite Brazil’s dominance in the second half , Roberto Martinez’s men stood strong in defense to hand Brazil the exit door in what was anticipated as one of the best wins. Thomas Meunier picked up his second yellow of the tournament in the Brazil Vs Belgium game meaning he misses the game against .

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Gabriel Jesus seemed to be ineffective against a tough Belgium defense, although they did let one in from Renato Augusto in the second half but that wasn’t enough to push them to get an equalizer in the Brazil Vs Belgium match.

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A win over Brazil means Belgium have made it to the semi-finals only for the second time in World Cup history. Also for the first time in World Cup history the semi-finals will take place without , Argentina or Brazil.

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Here are some things we learned from the Brazil vs Belgium game : 1f36h

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1. Belgium Deliver On Big Occasion 1u1p2c

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The game against England saw both sides playing with weakened teams but unarguably this was the hardest test so far for Belgium who ed it with flying colors.

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Four years ago The Red Devils were knocked out in the quarter-finals by runner-ups Argentina and failed to live upto their potential but with this golden generation of players they wont be looking forward to making the same mistakes again.

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2. Neymar Not Yet There For The Ballon d’Or Taking 421p15

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Coutinho emerged as the talisman for Brazil with his immense contribution.

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The world’s most expensive player has been accused of going to ground easily to seek the attention of the refs. The introduction of VAR gave refs enough time to make a decision and avoid controversy.

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3. Know They Can Exploit Belgium Defense 206a23

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Selecao’s bright start to the Brazil Vs Belgium game could have seen Belgium go 2 down in the opening few minutes as The Red Devils were slow to find their feet. An unfortunate Fernandinho own goal saw Belgium soar higher on confidence going on to grab another before half time in what was a counter attacking classic, something we already saw against Japan.

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After going 2 up Belgium were looking for spaces to hit Brazil on the counter but Brazil dominated most of those 45 minutes raising questions over the 3 man defense who did eventually went on to concede one later on. Belgium might have been lucky enough after Philippe Coutinho missed two golden opportunities to get his team back on track and spot on saves from Courtois.

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Keep visiting Arsedevils for more news and updates on the FIFA World Cup 2018 Russia

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Mudit Budhiraja
Born and raised in gurgaon, A simple down to earth guy who is always looking to spread positive vibes wherever he rolls. Persuing a degree in Statistics from Delhi University also has a keen interest in music when ever he is not binge watching TV shows.

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