Belgian chaos and hero Kane: round of 16 defined

Belgium transformed internal conflict into a sporting victory and England placed its destiny in the feet of Harry Kane to advance on a day of strong emotions in the round of 16 of the World Cup. The Belgians faced a chaotic scenario during half-time of the clash against Senegal, with a heated argument between Youri Tielemans and Leandro Trossard threatening the cohesion of the group. Far from falling apart, the team used this tension as fuel for a dramatic comeback in the second half, forcing the decision to take penalties where experience prevailed and secured their place in the quarter-finals.