Belgium's national team grapples with leaving behind its golden generation that once led the world rankings. Following a disappointing draw against North Macedonia, coach Rudi Garcia's tenure started with one win in eight games. While veterans such as Kevin de Bruyne, Courtois, and Lukaku remain, the team looks to integrate younger talent in a period of transformation. After a lackluster performance in Euro 2024, De Bruyne expressed frustration with suggestions that Belgium's prior successes have not met expectations, highlighting the pressure as they prepare for an important match against Wales.
"The questions now keep coming for Belgium, a nation who have slowly said goodbye to a golden generation that dazzled but never truly delivered."
"Only he, the injured Thibaut Courtois, and Romelu Lukaku remain of their incredible clutch of players that were ranked as the international game's best for the best part of a decade."
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