Updated On: 19 June, 2016 08:04 AM IST | | PA Sport
<p>Lukaku brace and Witsel's header help Belgium to 3-0 win over Republic of Ireland in their Group E encounter to stay in hunt for knockouts</p>

Bordeaux (France): Romelu Lukaku finally got Belgium’s Euro 2016 up and running as one of the pre-tournament favourites derailed the Republic of Ireland’s hopes of an extended adventure in France with a 3-0 win.

Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku celebrates after scoring a goal during the Euro 2016 match vs Republic of Ireland at Matmut Atlantique Stadium in in Bordeaux, France on Saturday. Belgium won 3-0. Pic/AFP