Van Bommel: 'Belgium 100 per cent happy' after ending Italy curse
Belgium, managed by Mark van Bommel, recorded a notable win over Italy, ending what the coach described as a 'curse' against the Azzurri. Belgium had historically struggled against Italy across previous encounters, making the result a significant psychological breakthrough for van Bommel's squad. The victory provides a major boost in confidence for Belgium ahead of upcoming fixtures.
Read the full story at football-italia.netBelgium had long been haunted by their inability to beat Italy in competitive football, and breaking that psychological barrier under Mark van Bommel carries real weight. For a national team in transition, finally getting over a historical hurdle of this kind can be as much about belief as tactics. Van Bommel's public satisfaction suggests the result ranks among the most meaningful of his tenure so far, and it will shape how Belgium approach future high-profile tests.
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