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Belgium coach Martinez: We must support Chelsea striker Batshuayi

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez is happy to stand by Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi.

Martinez has included the 23-year-old in his squad to face Greece and Russia.

Speaking ahead of the two fixtures, Martinez opened up on why he's continued to pick Batshuayi.

He said: "He doesn't play a lot, but he's still an important player for Belgium.

"We have to support him."

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