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Is this the last chance to shine for Belgium's golden generation?

For Belgium's golden generation, the time is now. Time to deliver. Time to shine, as they say.

For some, time has already run out. Vincent Kompany wanted to make Euro 2020 his swansong, but last year's postponement denied the former Manchester City captain that opportunity.

For some of Kompany's team-mates, this could be their last chance. Thomas Vermaelen, Jan Vertonghen and, possibly, Toby Alderweireld.

Vincent Kompany decided to retire after Euro 2020 was postponed last summer due to Covid

Vincent Kompany decided to retire after Euro 2020 was postponed last summer due to Covid

Axel Witsel, Jan Vertonghen are all in their 30s and may be playing in their last tournament

Axel Witsel, Jan Vertonghen are all in their 30s and may be playing in their last tournament

Eden Hazard has struggled in Madrid and both he and Kevin De Bruyne aren't young anymore

Eden Hazard has struggled in Madrid and both he and Kevin De Bruyne aren't young anymore

Eden Hazard is 30 years old now, and Kevin De Bruyne will be later this month, too.