After an initial – perplexing – decision on Friday, not to include Arthur Vermeeren to the national A-team, Belgium coach Tedesco finally announced the long-awaited call-up for the Antwerp youngster to join the national squad today.

Over the weekend, Arthur persevered with unwavering dedication, and demonstrated his worth on the field through another impressive performance in the league match against Eupen. Our 18-year old talented midfielder will now join the Belgian team for the upcoming international matches against Austria and Sweden. Undoubtedly the first selection initiating a very successful international career! Congratulations Arthur!