Marc Wilmots' Red Devils eased past Martin O'Neill's side and claimed their first victory of the tournament thanks to goals from their star striker and Axel Witsel
Romelu Lukaku's brace either side of Axel Witsel's goal saw off Republic of Ireland as Belgium got their Euro 2016 challenge back on track with a 3-0 victory.
Belgium had been placed among the favourites heading into the finals, but put in a disappointing display in their Group E opener, going down 2-0 to Italy.
Saturday's performance in Bordeaux was much more akin to what is expected of a side boasting such fine individual talent and a workmanlike Ireland side struggle to cope.