K. De Bruyne

In a thrilling Group J encounter of the FIFA World Cup 2026 European Qualifier, Belgium prevailed over Wales thanks to a late goal from star player Kevin De Bruyne, who helped his side clinch the contest 4-3. This was Belgium's first win the WC 2026 Qualifiers.

The 20 goals he created in 2019/20 is also a joint-record for assists in a season, a feat he shares with Arsenal legend Thierry Henry. After the final whistle of the match, Kevin was also presented with a special framed shirt signed by all of team-mates and staff along with a lifetime City Season Card while a special video tribute was played on the Etihad big screen.

He has traditionally liked to work with a smaller squad, but a spate of injuries this season — including knee surgery for Rodri — severely hampered City's title defense, which unraveled by Christmas. City spent more than $200 million in January to try to salvage the campaign, brining in Omar Marmoush, Nico Gonzalez, Abdukodir Khusanov and Vitor Reis.

De Bruyne was fighting back tears as he addressed the crowd after the match and watched a video montage of tributes from club greats on the stadium's big screen. He was given a guard of honor by his teammates as he walked to the middle of the field with his wife and three children. City said it would erect a statue in his honor outside the stadium.

Manchester City, looking to clinch a UEFA Champions League spot for next season, took on Bournemouth in the Premier League 2024-25 at home, absolutely steamrolled over their opponents to ensure a perfect farewell at home for Kevin de Bruyne. City are sitting third in the PL 2024-25 points table.

De Bruyne, 33, recently announced his decision to leave Manchester City at the end of the season upon the expiration of his contract. He has been a key figure at the club since joining in 2015, helping them secure four consecutive Premier League titles.

Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne made a hilarious remark on cricket's popularity in Europe. Speaking on a game show in England, the Manchester City star was stunned when he heard cricket was the second most-watched sport in Europe.

The 33-year-old midfielder has been one of the most integral members of the Manchester City outfit for years and has played a very crucial role in their success not just in England but also in Europe. Kevin De Bruyne had joined Manchester City in 2015.

City's win was relatively routine in contrast, although Pep Guardiola's team had to wait until the 75th minute to find a winner. O'Reilly was on hand to head in a corner and Kevin De Bruyne then added the third goal in the 90th after being teed up by Erling Haaland, who had come on as a substitute when the score was still 1-1.

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The 37-year-old Messi, who plays for MLS side Inter Miami, and the 39-year-old Ronaldo, who plays for Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League, were the only players not with European clubs voted onto a 26-man shortlist by FIFPRO last week.

Manchester City secured three vital points after making a strong comeback. After a seven-match winless streak Man City are back on track and will look forward to keep the momentum going.