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Belgium coach Wilmots: Lukaku still in good spirits

Belgium coach Marc Wilmots insists there's no problem with Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku.

Lukaku was visibly upset when hooked by Wilmots during victory over Russia.

"Yesterday I talked with Romelu and it was a good conversation," said Wilmots. "I know very well what he feels, because I have experienced the same in the 1994 World Cup.

"I played the first two games, and even when I was not allowed to start, I was only too happy to prove myself."

Wilmots added: "I do not look to the past but to the future, because it interests me. Romelu immediately trained very well yesterday and looked pleased."

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