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Classic come back for Zambian top referee Janny Sikazwe on the big stage as Belgium beat Canada 1-0

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Referee Janny Sikazwe officiating Canada vs BelgiumAP

Thibaut Courtois saved an early penalty and Michy Batshuayi scored the only goal to give Belgium a 1-0 win over Canada at the World Cup on Wednesday, spoiling the North American team's return to the tournament after 36 years.

The Canadians have yet to collect a point or even score a goal in four World Cup matches, which includes the three games from their debut in 1986.

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