For the entire match between Belgium and Panama, the question of a Belgian goal was one of "when" rather than "if." Belgium was knocking on the door and Dries Mertens finally broke a 0-0 tie with a fantastic goal in the second half. The Napoli striker didn't hit the ball particularly hard, but it was perfect placement off of an incredible volley.

Sometimes, it's easy to take for granted how outrageously coordinated these players are. Luckily, plays like this goal from Mertens remind us.

Those watching had a lot to say about the goal.

Belgium dominated possession throughout the match to this point, seemingly missing opportunity after opportunity. A draw against Panama would be tough for the 2014 quarterfinalists, but Mertens at least put the onus on Panama to tie the match. Not only that, he did so on an utterly amazing goal.

Belgium would go on to score two more goals to win, 3-0. You can recap all of the action with us in our live blog here.