The dominance of the Diavoli Rossi sparks protests against Montella

The Maurice Dufrasne Stadium in Liège witnessed Belgium's clear victory over Turkey, with the Red Devils sealing the match 3‑0. Kevin De Bruyne scored a brace, while Romelu Lukaku settled the score in the final quarter-hour, sparking the anger of Turkish fans.

The match, counting for the third round of the League A group of the Nations League, took Belgium to 6 points at the top, ahead of France and Italy. The result marks Turkey's third consecutive defeat in the group, highlighting a clear performance gap.

The result and the decisive goals

De Bruyne started with a great burst of speed, beating a defender and delivering a powerful right-footed shot on the near post to open the scoring. In the second half, the same player, now of Napoli, completed the double with a curling gem that left Cakir with no answer. Around the 76th minute Lukaku finished the result with a close-range tap‑in, sealing the final 3‑0.

The protests of Turkish fans

The Turkish crowd, disappointed by the performance, shouted “MONTELLA DIMETTITI”, loudly demanding the resignation of head coach Vincenzo Montella. The disappointment was heightened by the lack of expressive play from the Turkish side and the manner in which the team arrived on the pitch.

Turkish football authorities will have to assess the situation in the coming hours, with the possibility of drastic decisions regarding Montella's future. The result was not among the most exciting for Turkey, but the fans' reaction indicates growing pressure on the coach.

The dominance of the Red Devils confirms Belgium's top position in the Nations League, while Turkey will need to reorganise to avoid further defeats. The result and the protests highlight the importance of a tactical and managerial response for both national teams.