World Cup 2014: Belgium v Russia – in pictures

Belgium's fans are out in numbers – and out in fancy dress
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They've brought the smurfs with them, that being their proudest export, of course
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An army truck passes by and gets a fist-waving salute from a Belgian fan
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Despite having Fabio Capello – the man who masterminded England's dour 2010 World Cup campaign – in charge of their team, these Russian fans seem upbeat
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This chap with Lenin face mask seems to be hogging the camera somewhat
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Sepp Blatter takes his seat inside the stadium
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After rescuing a 2-1 win in their opening fixture, Belgium's fancied players are concerned to put in a more convincing performance here. Cue a quick team huddle to gee everyone up
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The starting XI pose for their team picture. Romelu Lukaku retains his place up front in Marc Wilmots' line-up
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Axel Witsel tumbles under a heavy challenge
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But he's soon back on his feet and gliding through the air to bring down a pass
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Belgium's Eden Hazard is blocked from the ball in what is proving to be a frustratingly uneventful game
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Time for a Mexican wave
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Full participation from the Belgians
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The Maracanã in its pomp
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Marouane Fellaini tries to control the ball as the second half proves as dispiriting as the first
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Fabio Capello looks exasperated by it all
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With five minutes to go, Belgium's Eden Hazard decides to take the game by the scruff of the neck
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In the 88th minute, Hazard sets up Belgium's Divock Origi, who fires into the roof of the net from eight yards out
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The substitute has saved the day and spared everyone what looked like a cast iron goalless draw
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The win means Belgium are safely through to the knockout stages – something they are keen to celebrate. They'll need to play a hell of a lot better if they actually want to win the tournament, though
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Spectators leave the stadium in the afternoon sunshine
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In the distance is one of the hillside favelas that overlooks the great stadium
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