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De Bruyne to miss Belgium's Euro 2020 opener as Martinez confirms mask call for Man City star

The talented midfielder suffered facial injuries during a Champions League final outing and is not yet ready to figure for his country

Kevin De Bruyne is unlikely to feature in Belgium's opening fixture at Euro 2020, says Roberto Martinez, with it also confirmed that the Manchester City midfielder will have to wear a mask when returning to action.

A talented 29-year-old midfielder suffered facial injuries when turning out for his club in the Champions League final on May 29.

He has avoided the need for surgery, in a welcome boost for his national side, but a meeting with Russia on June 12 is set to come too soon for a man who is working with the same company that produced a protective covering for former Tottenham star Jan Vertonghen in 2019.