Belgium captain Kevin De Bruyne expressed his frustration after his team's 2-0 defeat to France in the Nations League clash. De Bruyne, visibly upset during the match, highlighted several issues that impacted their performance.
De Bruyne emphasized the need for improvement, stating that certain aspects of the game went wrong. He conveyed his disappointment with the team's performance, stressing the importance of striving for excellence and giving their best effort.
This loss to France comes after Belgium's previous encounter in the European Championship, where they were also defeated. De Bruyne acknowledged that the team may not be at the same level as in 2018 when they reached the World Cup semifinals but emphasized that certain behaviors were unacceptable.
France, who had a slow start in the Nations League campaign, bounced back with a victory over Belgium. Goals from Randal Kolo Muani and Ousmane Dembele secured the win for the French side.
De Bruyne pointed out a specific issue with the team's defensive setup, mentioning that having too many players at the back disrupted their connection on the field. He highlighted the importance of players fulfilling their roles effectively to avoid such shortcomings.
Belgium's coach, Domenico Tedesco, acknowledged De Bruyne's emotional reaction, attributing it to his strong winning mentality as the team's captain. Tedesco understood the frustration expressed by De Bruyne and recognized his leadership qualities.
