The suspense is total in group E
Before the last day, group E is the most undecided in the tournament. For the first time in the history of the Euro, the four teams in the same group are tied on points before the last day, according to Opta.
Group E schedule
06/26 (6 p.m.): Ukraine – Belgium
06/26 (6 p.m.): Slovakia – Romania
It’s over, Belgium wins and fully revives (2-0)
It’s over, Belgium wins against Romania (2-0) and offers its first success in this Euro 2024! Great reaction from Domenico Tedesco’s men after the setback against Slovakia on Monday. Ideal for relaunching yourself before facing Ukraine.
A cruel match for Lukaku in front of goal
Another scoreless match for Lukaku despite a host of chances. The Chelsea striker will have believed in it but will have been denied a new goal (the third in this Euro 2024…)
4 minutes of added time
Still 4 minutes to play in Cologne as Belgium is heading straight for a nice success now thanks to goals from Tielemans and De Bruyne.
Lukaku still upset by Nita…
New opportunity for Lukaku, perhaps his last of the match. The Belgian goes to the end of his action and strikes at the end of the race but Nita is on the parade…
Alibec annoys the Belgians, the 2-1 was not far away!
The one who has just replaced Dragus at the forefront of the Romanian attack is already showing himself. It takes a valuable return from Castagne on his line to prevent his shot from ending up in the back of the net…
Trossard’s cross rockets out of the goal
Trossard has been very active since he came into play and is once again wanted on the right side. He makes a cross/shot which goes out of goal.
Trossard misses the opportunity to win the match!
Another huge opportunity for Belgium with Trossard entering the box. The Arsenal player has the opportunity to seal the fate of the match but tries to offer Lukaku a cake… it doesn’t work.
DE BRUYNE FINALLY MAKES THE BREAK FOR BELGIUM, 2-0!!
This time, it’s the right one for Belgium! Long clearance from Casteels which rockets into the feet of De Bruyne. The Belgian conductor felt the blow and slipped the ball between the legs of the Romanian goalkeeper, 2-0!
New change on the Belgian side
Exit of Rennais Theate, replaced by Debast.
The reveal on Lukaku’s offside
We’re not far from the curse there…
A double change for Belgium
The twirling Doku leaves his place, as does the evening scorer Tielemans.
Entrances from Mangala and Carrasco.
Everything remains possible, Romania believes in it
The goal denied to Lukaku would have allowed Belgium to take cover. This short advantage is not enough for the moment and Romania has shown that it can hurt at any time…
Man stumbles on Casteels, what a warning for Belgium!
Romania knows how to respond and shows it. Man is launched and arrives in the area in front of Casteels. The Red Devils goalkeeper wins by deploying perfectly!
A third goal canceled for Lukaku in this Euro
Lukaku had already seen the VAR refuse him two goals against Slovakia… Here is the third now against Romania this evening.
VAR cancels goal, false joy for Belgium…
After consulting the video referee, the goal was finally canceled for a (very limited) offside position by Lukaku…
THE BREAK GOAL FOR LUKAKU, 2-0!!!!
Belgium is finally making the break!! After a succession of clear chances, De Bruyne this time throws Lukaku perfectly deep. The goleador of the Red Devils takes charge of crucifying Nita behind, it hits the mark!
Another wasted ammunition for Doku…
Doku’s umpteenth attempt to enter the box on his right foot. The door closes so he comes back on his left foot and hits but it ends in the small net.
Possession largely to the advantage of the Belgians
At the hour mark, possession is well in favor of the Belgians (65% against 35% for the Romanians).
Belgium is pushing very hard to make the break
New hot situation with high recovery from the Belgians. De Bruyne finds himself in the area and looks for Doku behind but the winger is too short to take the ball…
A first change on the Belgian side
Domenico Tedesco uses a first cartridge: exit of Lukebakio and entry of Trossard, an often decisive player coming off the bench.
Another opportunity for De Bruyne, still upset
The Belgian captain immediately tries his luck again, this time with a low strike that ends in Nita’s gloves…
De Bruyne believed in 2-0 (we did too)!
De Bruyne has a very small window to strike but that’s enough for him! He rolls his ball wonderfully well but it dies right next to the right post!
Lukaku a little short in the area
Doku sneaks onto the left side of the area and crosses but Lukaku is a little short to regain the ball.
Huge opportunity for Mihaila!
What a rapid transition from the Romanians who are projecting themselves with crazy speed! Mihaila rushes towards the goal but is finally caught by Onana, big warning.
Man tries to surprise Belgium
The Parma winger, decisive double passer against Ukraine, tries his luck from afar. It’s on target but Casteels is on target.
Here we go again !
The second half begins! The Belgians must confirm their great reaction.
It’s the break, Belgium is leading the way!
It’s half-time in Cologne, the Red Devils are in the lead against Romania thanks to a goal scored by Youri Tielemans in the 2nd minute!
1 minute of added time
60 short seconds more in this first half where interruptions of play were rare.
De Bruyne misses the mark in front of Nita
Once again, De Bruyne misses as the door opened in the Romanian penalty area. Pass for Lukaku or shot? A mix-up and neither in the end, it slips through Nita’s gloves.
A rare imprecision for De Bruyne
The Belgians recover a very high ball. De Bruyne looks for Lukaku but misses a pass that is simple for a player of his standing…
Lukebakio makes the wrong choice
Onana places a caviar in the race of Lukebakio who rushes into the penalty area. Lukaku accompanies him to the penalty spot but the Sevilla winger makes a decision too late and it finally goes to a corner.
A second card on the Belgian side
After Tielemans, it’s Lukebakio’s turn to receive a yellow card. The Belgian winger was overtaken by Dragus.
Lukebakio’s strike is blocked
Tielemans continues his recital in this first half and begins a new attack. He serves Lukebakio, who hits in the area but his attempt is blocked by a Romanian.
Nita resists Doku!
The Manchester City winger once again infiltrates the area and strikes from a very tight angle. Nita is vigilant at the near post and pushes back for a corner!
12 years ago, Romania won against Belgium
The last clash between the two teams dates back to November 14, 2012. At the time, the Romanians won in a friendly match (2-1).
Breakage in the Belgian defense
Tielemans slips and lets Mihaila escape down the left side. The Belgian remains on the ground, the Romanian imitates him a few seconds later by collapsing. While recovering the ball, Lukebakio also collapses.
Doku and Lukaku combine in small spaces
The two Belgian attackers do a lot of damage to the Romanian defense. They look for each other again and approach Nita but Dragusin makes a saving intervention.
Tielemans gets yellow
Tielemans is logically warned, late intervention from the Belgian environment. Beautiful ammunition offered to the Romanians.
Lukebakio runs into Nita!
Small festival of De Bruyne which offers a small bridge before serving Lukebakio on the right. The Belgian winger comes in on his left foot and rolls but Nita deploys well. Big save from the Romanian goalkeeper!
A controlled start to the match from the Belgians
Domenico Tedesco’s men make the perfect start. Great domination with clear opportunities. Total control of the Belgians.
Lukaku was very close to doubling the bet!
The Belgian goleador wins with disconcerting ease in a physical duel with Burca. He turns around and faces the Romanian goalkeeper but his shot is blocked.
This time, Tielemans is countered…
Doku sets fire to the Romanian defense from his left side. He serves Tielemans back who tries his luck again with first intention. But a defender is on the trajectory…
De Bruyne as a free electron
The Manchester City maestro is everywhere: he plays in the middle, touches a lot of balls and also makes himself available for his teammates in attack.
An XXL pace at the start of the match
Tielemans’ quick opening score ignited this game. No observation round, it goes straight to attack on both sides.
The Tielemans missile in video:
On the replay of the goal, UEFA mentions a shot at 114 km/h for Tielemans. Sacred cannonball of the Belgian environment.
The Romanian reaction is not long in coming
The Romanians respond directly with Dragusin who rises higher than everyone in the area. The Tottenham defender forces Casteels to make a great save!
OH THE OPENING SCORE OF TIELEMANS!
Belgium is wasting no time! In a pivotal role, Lukaku puts it back on Tielemans near the area. The Aston Villa midfielder catapults a beautiful shot into the back of the net, already 1-0!
A three-way defense sets up on the Belgian side
We immediately see a defensive trio set up on the Belgian side with Faes, Vertonghen and Theate.
Let’s go !
The kick-off is given in a magnificent atmosphere in Cologne! Belgium is on a mission and must react this evening. It is also Domenico Tedesco’s men who are taking action.
Lukaku is expected around the corner
Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku is expected to return this evening after missing several clear chances on Monday against Slovakia (0-1).
The top scorer in the history of the Red Devils (85 goals in 116 matches) must show the way to his family.
The composition of Romania, the hero Stanciu is here
Romania’s starting lineup: Nita – Bancu, Ratiu, Burca, Dragusin – Stanciu, Marin, Marin – Man, Coman, Dragus.
The composition of Belgium, De Bruyne holder
Belgium’s starting lineup: Casteels – Theate, Vertonghen, Faes, Castagne – Onana, Tielemans – De Bruyne (c) – Doku, Lukaku, Lukebakio.
Match night in Cologne
Hello everyone ! Surprised by Slovakia (1-0) during the first day of Euro 2024 and last in its group E before kick-off, Belgium must react against Romania, who crushed Ukraine (3 -0) when opening. Kick-off at 9 p.m. on RMC Sport, and M6 and beIN Sports 1 on TV.
