Romelu Lukaku conceded that it was difficult for him ahead of Belgium’s clash against Russia after what happened to his Inter teammate Christian Eriksen.
The Danish midfielder collapsed during their match against Finland and he was eventually taken to hospital after being resuscitated on pitch.
There were major concerns about whether or not the Belgium game would happen but it was decided that it would go ahead, with the Denmark v Finland game also being resumed.
Lukaku shone, scoring two goals in a 3-0 victory, and he ran to the camera after his first saying “Chris, Chris, I love you.”
Speaking to Sporza after Belgium’s win over Russia, Lukaku said “I had a lot of tears before the game. It was difficult to focus.
“I am happy with the victory, but my thoughts are with Christian.”
In a post-match interview with beIn Sports Lukaku said “I enjoyed the game but for me, it was difficult to play because my mind was with my [Inter Milan] team-mate Christian Eriksen.
“I hope he is healthy and I dedicate this performance to him.” “I cried a lot because I was scared, obviously. You live strong moments together. I spent more time with him than with my family.
“My thoughts are with him, his girlfriend, his two kids and his family.”
