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Born in August 1989, a professional footballer primarily played as a winger. Started career at Genk, before moving to clubs including FC Twente and Tottenham Hotspur. Also played for West Bromwich Albion and AS Monaco. Represented Belgium at the international level, participating in UEFA Euro 2016 and the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Contributed to Belgium's third-place finish in the World Cup, scoring a memorable goal against Japan during the knockout stage.
Competed in the 2018 FIFA World Cup
Scored key goal against Japan in World Cup
Played for clubs like Tottenham Hotspur and AS Monaco
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