Alex McLeish's verdict “It was horrible. Ollie Burke looked a little bit up for it and a couple of times Stuart Armstrong made penetrating runs ... and then they hit us with two blockbusters and it was difficult.

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Just days before starting their World Cup 2018 campaign, Belgium continue their preparation with a friendly encounter against Costa Rica, which they comfortably won 4-1. However, there's a concerning situation for Red Devils' fans as their star man, Eden Hazard was seen limping off the pitch after 70 minutes following a collusion.

England national continuing their preparation for upcoming World Cup 2018 in a positive fashion as they defeated Costa Rica 2-0. Keen on fixing everything before they set their foot in Russia, Three Lions were very determined in picking up positive result as they battle against one of Concacaf zone's representatives for the upcoming major tournament.

World Cup 2018 is getting closer and every nations continuing their preparation with international friendly matches, including the top national teams such as Brazil and Spain. Playing in neutral ground, Selecao showcasing why they are considered as one of the favorites to win the tournament with a pretty comfortable 2-0 win over fellow World Cup participant, Croatia.

Italy national team have officially appointed Roberto Mancini as their new boss and the former Manchester City tactician is very delighted with the opportunity and already eager in starting his new role with Gli Azzurri.

Interesting results occurred in several midweek international friendlies, notably the matches between England against Italy along with Spain's battle with Argentina. Three Lions were left with a slight bitter taste as they're potential home win over Gli Azzurri only turned into a draw following controversial VAR decision late in that game.

England national side continue to pick up positive result ahead of their World Cup 2018 campaign as Gareth Southgate's men defeated Netherlands 1-0 on Friday's international friendly fixture.

France 3 vs 2 England highlights France national side put on an exciting display on their latest international friendly encounter as they defeated England despite seeing most of the second half with just 10 men.

Chelsea Star, Hazard Fractured Ankle on International Duty An unpleasant news arrived for recent English Premier League champion as their preparation for next season could be interrupted with the injury of their star man, Eden Hazard.

Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp Bemoans International Friendly Schedule The injury effect coming from international duties often enraged many football club's managers, including Liverpool's boss, Jurgen Klopp.

Germany 1 vs 0 England highlights England national side fell short on their trip to face World Champion, Germany as Gareth Southgate's men were beaten 1-0 in an international friendly fixture this midweek.

Italy national team immediately got themselves back into in their senses following a heavy 4-1 defeat by Germany in this midweek friendly encounter. After experiencing a somewhat confidence boosting performance against Spain, Azzurri head coach, Antonio Conte, admitted that there's still some gap that his side must bridge ahead of Euro 2016.