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Leicester midfielder Tielemans delighted with Belgium goal

Youri Tielemans was delighted with his goal for Belgium against Russia on Thursday night.

The midfielder, on loan at Leicester City from Monaco, broke the deadlock before Eden Hazard scored twice to seal a 3-1 victory in the Euro2020 qualifier.

Tielemans said: "I am very happy with that goal. Lots of pride. I am happy with the victory. It was a difficult game, but we did well.

"With our qualities, we must and want to win every game. For that we have to play full of concentration and we have done that."

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