Kevin De Bruyne made a game-winning impact for Belgium on his return to football after a nasty facial injury but has admitted he could still suffer from the effects for six months.
The Man City ace was forced off in the Champions League final after a clash with Antonio Rudiger and he was diagnosed with a fractured nose and eye socket.
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He's now recovered enough to play football again and got his nation's winning goal in a 2-1 victory over Denmark.
De Bruyne put in a magnificent show as a substitute, combining superbly with the likes of Romelu Lukaku and Eden Hazard.
And while he is now back on a football pitch, the midfielder admitted a full recovery will take time, such was the damage caused to his face.
"I don't feel anything on the left side, like after a visit to the dentist," De Bruyne said.
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"My nerve is very badly affected, which could take six months. It's not a comfortable feeling, but the most important thing is that I can play.
"The last two months have been up and down for me with minor injuries. After that fracture in the nose and eye socket, it was a bit of a wait.
"But luckily I came back in the fastest way. There was very good intensity for half an hour, [against Denmark] then I felt it. But I'm glad I was able to play."
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De Bruyne is likely to play some part in Belgium's final group game against Finland next week, but he's still unsure if he can manage a full game.
"My performance was OK," he added. "In the duels I am sometimes afraid to put my head in it, but that's normal.
"I'm glad I could help the team, but am I ready to play 90 minutes? No idea.
"We have to wait and see how my body reacts and then we'll see after Finland. We are already qualified, so we can see how my body reacts."
