Soccer - Lukaku double as Belgium recover from shock start to outclass Estonia


Soccer Football - World Cup - UEFA Qualifiers - Group E - Estonia v Belgium - A. Le Coq Arena, Tallinn, Estonia - September 2, 2021 Belgium's Romelu Lukaku scores their third goal REUTERS/Ints Kalnins

TALLINN (Reuters) - Romelu Lukaku scored twice as Belgium overcame an early scare to crush Estonia 5-2 away on Thursday and solidify their position at the top of World Cup qualifying Group E.

Lukaku’s extended his scoring record to 66 goals in his 99th appearance for his country after Belgium were shocked when Estonia captain Matthias Kait stole away the ball in midfield and thundered home a powerful shot to put the home side ahead in the second minute.

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