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Martinez 'honestly happy' to beat England to top spot

Roberto Martinez insists he is happy to have seen Belgium beat England to top spot in World Cup Group G, despite concerns over a potentially tougher draw.

Adnan Januzaj's spectacular strike secured a 1-0 win in Kaliningrad for the Red Devils and ensured they finish ahead of Gareth Southgate's side.

The teams made a combined 17 changes to their line-ups for the match, with each having secured their place in the last 16, while it had also been suggested that the side who finished second in the group would benefit from an easier run to the semi-finals.