Belgium’s headlines ranged from Remco Evenepoel’s journey to Slovenia and strong football performances to warnings about pressure on the middle class. The country also mourned De Strangers’ Jan ‘Stranger John’ De Wilde, who died aged 93.
Remco Evenepoel flew to Slovenia after a 50-kilometre training ride. The European Championships will take place there from 2 to 7 October. Not all European titles have been decided yet. Tadej Pogačar is absent, while Evenepoel will compete in the championships.
Political scientist Carl Devos warns that the middle class, especially young people, is bearing the heaviest burden under the new Flemish budget agreement. He says companies and property are being spared to stimulate growth, while ordinary people feel the cost. He also sees no prospects, while even tougher measures are still to come at federal level.
Nearly 400 high schools are closed in France as part of a student-led protest movement. Launched in the Paris region last week, the movement is now spreading to many cities across the country. Clashes are increasing at several schools, while the protest continues to spread nationwide.
France host Italy in Paris tonight in a match from the Red Devils' group. France made a strong start, collecting six points from their first two matches. Italy currently have three points. The stakes are clear: France can continue their perfect start, while Italy look to close the gap on the group leaders.
Jan De Wilde, known as ‘Stranger John’, died Friday morning aged 93. He was the last original member of the iconic music group De Strangers. His death means the group no longer has any members from its original lineup.
Criticized after his performance against France, Kevin De Bruyne responded on the pitch against Turkey. The Belgian first nutmegged his opponent before curling in a shot described as a "City-style" move. The sequence was filmed and released as a video.
The third international under coach Mark van Bommel was difficult and described as the least impressive of his three matches. The team opted for risky football on the Meuse, but the result nevertheless went their way. Kevin De Bruyne settled the evening with an elegant move. As a result, critics are increasingly appreciating Van Bommel’s work.
Metejoor (35) is training for his ten-year career celebration at the AFAS Dome. On Friday morning, he held a workout with ten fans at Basic-Fit Kempisch Dok on Antwerp’s Eilandje. He wants to show that physical and mental health are connected and that a sports routine is achievable for everyone. His muscular appearance on stage surprised fans this summer.
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