De Bruyne left baffled after winning man-of-the-match award

Kevin De Bruyne pictured during the game. Image: Alamy Stock Photo BELGIUM STAR Kevin De Bruyne was left confused after being named man of the match in his team’s World Cup win over Canada on Wednesday, saying he “didn’t know why” he was given the trophy.

De Bruyne struggled to get into the game and was often left throwing his arms in frustration as Belgium scraped to a 1-0 victory thanks to Michy Batshuayi’s first-half goal.“I don’t think I played a great game. I don’t know why I got the trophy. Maybe it’s because of the name,” said the Manchester City midfielder.“In the second half, when we started to get through their pressing there was more space but I don’t think we played a good game today, me included, but at least we found a way to win.

Canada wasted numerous chances, including a missed Alphonso Davies penalty, in their first World Cup match since 1986.Reports From Qatar Get Gavin's exclusive writing and analysis from the 2022 Fifa World CupBelgium are next in action against Morocco on Sunday, when Canada take on 2018 runners-up Croatia.

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