Belgium demolished Liechtenstein 6-0 in a Euro Qualifier. Thorgan Hazard’s two goals inspired the win, as the Red Devils dominated with attacking prowess and defensive solidity, boosting their qualification hopes.
Football fans across Europe were treated to a goal - fest on Tuesday night as Belgium, the “Red Devils,” unleashed a ruthless attacking display against Liechtenstein in their UEFA European Championship Qualifying match. The game, held at the packed King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, was nothing short of a one - sided affair, with Belgium’s superior talent and teamwork shining through in every aspect of the game. By the final whistle, the scoreboard read a resounding 6-0 in favor of the home team, leaving Liechtenstein shell - shocked and the Belgian fans in a state of jubilation.
Hazard’s Heroics: The Spark that Ignited Belgium’s Blaze
It didn’t take long for Belgium to assert their dominance, and Thorgan Hazard was the man of the moment. Just 15 minutes into the game, Hazard received a perfectly weighted pass from Kevin De Bruyne in the penalty area. With a deft touch, he controlled the ball and coolly slotted it past the Liechtenstein goalkeeper, Yvon Muntwiler, to give Belgium the early lead. The stadium erupted in cheers, with fans chanting Hazard’s name and waving their red and black flags in celebration. On social media, the goal was an instant sensation. “Hazard with a clinical finish! Belgium is off to a flying start,” tweeted a jubilant fan, while another posted on Facebook, “That’s the kind of quality we expect from the Red Devils.”
Hazard wasn’t done yet. In the 38th minute, he found himself in a similar position, this time after a brilliant team move. Eden Hazard, his older brother, played a teasing cross into the box, and Thorgan Hazard was there to meet it with a powerful header. The ball sailed into the back of the net, and Belgium had doubled their lead. “Scoring two goals in a qualifier is a dream come true,” Thorgan Hazard said in the post - match interview. “The team was outstanding today, and we knew we had to be clinical against a tough Liechtenstein side. I’m just happy to contribute and help the team get three important points.”
Belgium’s All - Round Dominance: Attack and Defense
While Hazard stole the show with his goals, Belgium’s performance was a complete team effort. In attack, the Red Devils were relentless, creating chance after chance. Kevin De Bruyne, the midfield maestro, was pulling the strings, dictating the tempo of the game with his incisive passes and intelligent movement. He was involved in several of Belgium’s best attacks, setting up his teammates with precision and vision. “Kevin is a world - class player, and he showed that again today,” Belgium manager Roberto Martinez said. “His ability to control the game and create opportunities for others is invaluable to us.”
Up front, Romelu Lukaku was a constant threat. Despite not finding the back of the net himself, he held the ball up well and brought his teammates into play. His physical presence and movement caused problems for the Liechtenstein defense all night. And it wasn’t just the big names who shone. Youngster Jeremy Doku, on the right wing, was a livewire, constantly running at the Liechtenstein defenders and causing chaos. His pace and dribbling skills were a handful for the opposition, and he provided several dangerous crosses into the box.
Defensively, Belgium was rock - solid. Jan Vertonghen and Toby Alderweireld, the experienced center - back pairing, were dominant in the air and strong in the tackle. They made sure that Liechtenstein had few clear - cut chances, snuffing out any potential attacks before they could develop. “Our defense was outstanding tonight,” Martinez said. “They showed great discipline and concentration, and that’s what you need in these important games.”
What This Victory Means for Belgium’s Euro Qualifying Campaign
With this comprehensive 6-0 victory, Belgium has taken a huge step towards qualifying for the UEFA European Championship. The win takes them to the top of their qualifying group, with a perfect record of three wins from three games. They now have a healthy lead over their closest rivals, giving them a great chance of securing one of the automatic qualification spots. “This is a big result for us,” Martinez said. “We know that every game in the qualifiers is important, and we’re happy to have got three more points on the board. But we can’t get complacent. There’s still a long way to go, and we need to keep working hard in every game.”
For Liechtenstein, the result is a disappointing one, but they can take some positives from their performance. Despite being outclassed by Belgium, they never gave up and fought hard until the final whistle. “We knew it was going to be a tough game against a very strong Belgium team,” Liechtenstein manager Mario Frick said. “But we showed a lot of character and determination, and we can build on this performance going forward.”
As the final whistle blew, the King Baudouin Stadium was a sea of red and black, with fans singing and dancing in celebration of their team’s victory. On social media, the #Belgium60 and #RedDevils hashtags were trending, as fans shared their excitement and pride. This 6-0 thrashing of Liechtenstein is a performance that Belgium fans will remember for a long time, and it has set the Red Devils up nicely for the rest of their Euro qualifying campaign.