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2011 in Belgium

Explore 5 historical events and records for Belgium in 2011.

Historical records for Belgium in 2011

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May

Death

Brout, Robert ยท Linkebeek ยท Science / Physics

Dies at his home in Linkebeek, Belgium, before the experimental discovery associated with the mechanism he helped formulate.

FA Cup Winner

Kompany, Vincent ยท London ยท Defender ยท Sport / Football

Vincent Kompany marshalled the centre of defence in a hard-fought final against Stoke as Manchester City defeated Stoke City 1-0 in the 2011 FA Cup final at Wembley.

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Chapman University

Englert, Francois ยท Orange, California ยท Science / Physics

Joins Chapman University's Institute for Quantum Studies as a distinguished visiting professor and founding member.

Dirar Creates Chances from Brugge Wing

Dirar, Nabil ยท Bruges ยท Midfielder ยท Sport / Football

Nabil Dirar uses close control and quick changes of direction to stretch Belgian league defences for Club Brugge.

Transfer to Chelsea

Courtois, Thibaut ยท London ยท Goalkeeper ยท Sport / Football

Thibaut Courtois joins Chelsea from Genk. The young Belgian goalkeeper was signed from Genk before embarking on a long loan spell at Atletico Madrid.

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