Sochi, Jun 18 (AFP) A sensational volley by Dries Mertens and a Romelu Lukaku double fired classy Belgium to a 3-0 win against World Cup debutants Panama here today.

Panama held Belgium at bay until two minutes after the restart when Mertens broke the deadlock, with Lukaku's brace completing a smooth win for Roberto Martinez's team in their Group G opener. AFP SSC SSC

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