Belgium's 'golden generation' finally make their mark at World Cup

Long touted as World Cup contenders thanks to an abundance of talent, Belgium claimed their biggest scalp ever in beating five-time winners Brazil to reach just their second semi-final.

A 'golden generation' featuring Thibaut Courtois, Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard and Romelu Lukaku exited tamely to Argentina four years ago and blew a huge chance at Euro 2016 when on the kind side of the draw.

Now in their prime, this group of players is unlikely to get a better opportunity to win a major international tournament than over the course of the next week, with France to come in the last four on Tuesday.

Here, AFP Sports looks at Belgium's rich resources in every area of the field.

Courtois stands tall
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"I have been unfairly criticised a lot this year. Today I proved again who I am and why I am here."
Last chance for ageing defence
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Midfield maestros
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Lukaku more than a goalscorer
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