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Belgium coach Martinez on Real Madrid attacker Hazard: Eden is Eden now

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez is pleased with what he's seen from Real Madrid attacker Eden Hazard at the Euros.

Martinez has been impressed by the 30-year-old.

"Eden is Eden now," said the Belgium boss. "What was unusual was to see him the way we did before.

"He's tried so hard to be fit and to be the player that can make a difference at club level.

"That has probably put him in a mindset where hasn't enjoyed his football and his body never reacted well.

"I see him free and that is what he should be — it shouldn't be the other way around."

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