Van Bommel's comments were made after the Belgian national team's 0-2 win over Italy in Stadio Olimpico, a match in which De Bruyne played a key role. The coach praised De Bruyne's performance, saying that he is "still one of the best footballers" and "for me, the best player of all time from Belgium".
De Bruyne's influence on the team was evident, as he helped the Rode Duivels secure a convincing victory. Van Bommel's own debut as coach also received positive reviews, with many praising his performance.
The Belgian national team's win over Italy marks a promising start to Van Bommel's tenure as coach. The team's next match will be crucial in determining their chances of success in the upcoming tournaments.