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 31-07-2007 

Baseggio close to Napoli deal

Baseggio close to Napoli deal

Walter Baseggio is unhappy in Anderlecht because he does not get the chance to play with the first team. As a result, the midfielder wants to leave the team. Baseggio is said to be close to an agreement with Italian side Napoli. Read more »

Van Damme: "Stronger than before"

Van Damme:

Jelle Van Damme played a good game against Bruges last weekend. He wants to fight for his place in the starting line-up, even when Somoza or Polak join the club. "I'm feeling stronger than ever", Van Damme said. Read more »

Anderlecht paid 3 million for Théréau

Anderlecht paid 3 million for Théréau

Charleroi, one of Théréau's ex-clubs received 30% of the transfer fee Anderlecht paid to Steaua Bucharest to bring the striker to Brussels. Charleroi received 900.000 euro, which means Théréau cost 3 million euro. Read more »

Baseggio allowed to leave

Baseggio allowed to leave

Manager Van Holsbeeck has told Baseggio he is allowed to leave the club. "It is clear Baseggio will not play very often. The competition for a midfield spot is big. If he wants, he can leave." Read more »

Renewed hope for signing Somoza

Renewed hope for signing Somoza

Villarreal has told Leandro Somoza he could leave the club. "For that position we already have four midfielder. It is better for the club that Somoza leaves." Betis Sevilla is also interested in contracting the Argentinian. Read more »

Théréau: "Feel at home in Brussels"

Théréau:

After a yearlong stay in Romania, Cyril Théréau has returned to the Belgian competition hoping to make it with the Brussels top club. It was Théréau's Belgian girlfriend that convinced him to sign at Anderlecht. Read more »

 30-07-2007 

Line-up Crystal Palace - RSC Anderlecht

Line-up Crystal Palace - RSC Anderlecht

RSC Anderlecht are playing a friendly match against Championship team Crystal Palace tomorrow. Not a single player of the line-up for the Supercup game was selected for this match. Vercauteren selected sixteen players. Read more »

Baseggio wanted

Baseggio wanted

Walter Baseggio is not happy in Anderlecht and that has caught the interest of many other teams. French press are reporting that an Italian team and a French team are interested in the Belgian midfielder. Read more »

Deschacht and Juhasz apologize

Deschacht and Juhasz apologize

Club Bruges players De Mets and Kucera both caught an injury after an interference with Anderlecht players. Although it was not a deliberate foul, both Olivier Deschacht and Roland Juhasz want to apologize. Read more »

Transfer of Ba out of the question

Transfer of Ba out of the question

Demba Ba is wanted by many teams, such as RSC Anderlecht, PSG or Auxerre. A transfer of the speedy striker seems out of the question, though. The attacker is only allowed to leave for a very high transfer fee. Read more »

Théréau: "Of course I'm disappointed

Théréau:

Cyril Théréau is said to have a lack of confidence, but his performance on training is improving. Nevertheless, the French striker is disappointed because he only played five minutes in the Supercup match against Club Bruges. Read more »

Hassan attended Cercle - Zamalek

Hassan attended Cercle - Zamalek

Anderlecht midfielder Ahmed Hassan visited Bruges yesterday. He attended the friendly game between Cercle Bruges and Zamalek, who won the match. Zamalek was interested in contracting Hassan last season. Read more »

Baseggio wants to leave

Baseggio wants to leave

Baseggio is thinking about leaving the club. He wasn't selected for the Supercup and is very disappointed: "I'm not being respected. On the Fan Day I had a good feeling when the fans supported me, but things are different now." Read more »

 29-07-2007 

Boussoufa: "Nice for the fans"

Boussoufa:

Mbark Boussoufa was one of the best players yesterday with one goal and two assists. "This was probably one of my best games. But the whole team played very well, not just me." Read more »

Hassan: "The automatisms are there"

Hassan:

Ahmed Hassan scored the last goal. "It's great that we can start the season with a prize. This has to give us some faith for the rest of the season," says Hassan.
"Compared to last year, the team is better as well,&qu Read more »

Reactions Deschacht and Vercauteren

Reactions Deschacht and Vercauteren

Deschacht: "We showed we were ready for the new season. Also Boussoufa, Hassan and Tchité are. We made the difference with our technique."
Vercauteren: "The Difference between Anderlecht en Club tonight? Quality." Read more »


 28-07-2007 

RSCA Mobile launched

RSCA Mobile launched

RSCA Mobile was officially launched on yesterday's Fan Day. This is a project that is made for Anderlecht fans who have a subscription with mobile phone provider Proximus. Registered users receive 30 text messages with every win. Read more »

Deschacht: "We are in bad shape"

Deschacht:

Defender Olivier Deschacht is not confident about tonight's game against Club Bruges. "We are in bad shape and have a lack of confidence", Deschacht admits. "We aren't winning any games." Read more »

Hassan's family in Belgium

Hassan's family in Belgium

Ahmed Hassan decided to stay one more year in Anderlecht on condition that his family would be able to come to Belgium. RSC Anderlecht arranged that and Hassan was reunited with his family yesterday. Read more »

Vercauteren: "I expected these problems"

Vercauteren:

Although the Supercup is an official match, it is nothing more than an exhibition game for coach Frank Vercauteren. "Some players are in bad shape, so I'll let them play this game to be ready for the season", Vercauteren stated. Read more »

Preview: RSC Anderlecht - Club Bruges

Preview: RSC Anderlecht - Club Bruges

The first official game of the season will be played between RSC Anderlecht and Club Bruges. The winner of the Belgian Championship is challenging the winner of the Belgian Cup for the seventh time. Read more »

Hassan ready for new season

Hassan ready for new season

"We are all set for our first official game of the new season, and the team is looking forward to retain the Super Cup trophy. We won it last season against Waregem, but this year it is a bit tougher", Hassan told. Read more »

Polak soap continues

Polak soap continues

The transfer of Jan Polak is starting to look like a real soap opera. "We are making progress", Herman Van Holsbeeck reacts. "Next time we negotiate I want to reach an agreement, because this is taking way too long." Read more »

Van Holsbeeck scouted Demba Ba

Van Holsbeeck scouted Demba Ba

Herman Van Holsbeeck attended the game between Mouscron and Valladolid to scout striker Demba Ba. The Anderlecht managed admitted after the game that the Mauves are searching for an extra attacker. Read more »

12,500 tickets sold for Supercup

12,500 tickets sold for Supercup

Only 12,500 tickets have been sold for the tonight's Supercup match against Club Bruges. There are 28,000 tickets available for this game. All the visitors' tickets are already sold out since Monday. Read more »

RSCA.tv twice a week on Belgacom TV

RSCA.tv twice a week on Belgacom TV

RSCA.tv and Belgacom have decided to broadcast Anderlecht news twice a week instead of once. One broadcast will be on Monday, with a review on the previous games, and the other one will be scheduled on Thursday. Read more »

Line-up for Supercup

Line-up for Supercup

Tomorrow the clash of the two rivals will take place in the Constant Vanden Stock Stadium. RSC Anderlecht are challenging Club Bruges in the Supercup. Both Nicolas Frutos and Jonathan Legear are injured and ruled out for the game. Read more »

 27-07-2007 

Successful Fan Day

Successful Fan Day

Thousands of Anderlecht fans visited the annual Fan Day in the Constant Vanden Stock Stadium today. Coach Frank Vercauteren was delighted because of the high attendance in and around the stadium. Read more »

Annual Fan Day today

Annual Fan Day today

The annual Fan Day of RSC Anderlecht is taking place today. This event starts at 10 am and ends at 7.30 pm. About 30,000 visitors are expected to be present. Godfathers of the Fan Day are Bertrand Crasson and Marcel De Corte. Read more »

Atmosphere in Supercup match

Atmosphere in Supercup match

Tomorrow's Supercup is the first official game of the new season. Although there are still many tickets available, there will be a lot of atmosphere. In the R4 tribune, a new atmosphere group will support the team. Read more »

Injury report

Injury report

Jonathan Legear, who suffers from an ankle injury, and Jelle Van Damme, who has a minor injury, were not able to join yesterday's training. They are expected to be back soon. Read more »

Still tickets for Supercup

Still tickets for Supercup

Anderlecht have sold only 8,000 tickets for tomorrow's Supercup against Club Bruges until today. The board still hopes to sell 10,000 tickets. Those who are interested can get tickets at the ticketing office in the stadium. Read more »

Vercauteren trains more intensively

Vercauteren trains more intensively

Anderlecht have already lost five games in the preparation for the oncoming season, and that is the signal for coach Frank Vercauteren to train more intensively. Above all, the attack seems to be Anderlecht's weak spot. Read more »

Lamah extends contract

Lamah extends contract

RSC Anderlecht have reached an agreement with Roland Lamah to extend his current contract with two more years. The fast midfielder will sign a contract that keeps him until June 2011 in Brussels. Read more »

Interview with Raymond Mommens

Interview with Raymond Mommens

Raymond Mommens is the newest Anderlecht scout. He came from Charleroi, where he brought many new talents to Belgium. He was the discoverer of François Sterchele and this season he brought Cyril Théréau to Anderlecht. Read more »

 26-07-2007 

Is Polak coming after all ?

Is Polak coming after all ?

The Czech Jan Polak announced in the German press that he is considering a move to Anderlecht again. The midfielder didn't come off the bench in the Cup match against Schalke 04. Read more »

60,000 seats in Schaarbeek?

60,000 seats in Schaarbeek?

It seems there is political support for building the stadium in Schaarbeek. Former prime minister Guy Verhofstadt supports Anderlecht's plans. Also the representatives of Brussels are positive. Read more »

New defeat in friendly game

New defeat in friendly game

Anderlecht lost again in a friendly game. This time, Aachen from Germany was too strong. The club beat the Mauves with 1-0. Szilard scored the only goal after 26 minutes. Read more »


 25-07-2007 

Interest in Ousmane Ndoye

Interest in Ousmane Ndoye

According to the Portuguese press, RSC Anderlecht are showing interest in Ousmane Ndoye, a Senegalese midfielder. Also Boavista and Udinese are interested. For now, manager Van Holsbeeck is denying the rumours. Read more »

Anderlecht's budget is now 40 million

Anderlecht's budget is now 40 million

Anderlecht will start the season with a budget of 40 million euro. Last year, the budget was only 29 million euro. Van Holsbeeck: "By selling Vincent Kompany and Christian Wilhelmsson we gained 16 million." Read more »

Changes inside the stadium

Changes inside the stadium

The Constant Vanden Stock stadium was renovated during the summer break. The locker rooms for the visitors and the Saint-Guidon restaurant got a new look. Also a few offices were moved. Read more »

Staff helps Triguinho with his integration

Staff helps Triguinho with his integration

Triguinho has difficulties adjusting to Belgium. He left a weak impression during several games. "It's a big chance for him. The weather is bad, his wife is not familiar with the country and he doesn't speak Dutch nor French." Read more »

What about Somoza and Polak ?

What about Somoza and Polak ?

The Mauves are still looking for a new midfielder, but as well Jan Polak as Leandro Somoza aren't convinced yet. "It will be difficult", Herman Van Holsbeeck explained. Read more »

 24-07-2007 

Vadis symbolizes new jerseys

Vadis symbolizes new jerseys

Young talent Vadis Odjidja Ofoe is the face of the new promotion campaign for the Anderlecht jerseys for the oncoming season. This year's theme is "Impossible is Nothing". Vadis is the successor of Kompany and Wilhelmsson. Read more »

RSC Anderlecht offers Video On Demand

RSC Anderlecht offers Video On Demand

The Mauves will expand their multimedia possibilities on their official site. The collaboration between Anderlecht and Paratel is becoming more important. RSCA are planning to open an online video store and offer Video On Demand. Read more »

Injury report

Injury report

Mohammed Tchité had to leave the training pitch yesterday. He caught a knee injury in the game against OHL last Sunday. Lucas Biglia trained individually and Mark De Man started training with the rest of the group. Read more »

Vanden Stock proud of purple race car

Vanden Stock proud of purple race car

The Superleague Formula Championship is a competition for race cars built by Panoz/Elan Motorsports in the United States. They have a 750-horsepower V12 engine that is developed by MCT in the UK. Here are some pictures: Read more »

Tighter security in stadium

Tighter security in stadium

Chairman Roger Vanden Stock warned the Anderlecht fans in the annual press conference before the start of the season. "Security around and in the stadium will be tighter than before", Vanden Stock stated. Read more »

Vercauteren is ambitious

Vercauteren is ambitious

Like every year, coach Frank Vercauteren is very ambitious for the oncoming season. He wants to win the Championship, the Belgian Cup, and he wants to go to the second group stage of the Champions League. Read more »

Supercup broadcasted on TV

Supercup broadcasted on TV

On Saturday, the Supercup takes place. Anderlecht and Club Bruges meet each other in the Constant Vanden Stock-stadium. The game is broadcasted on Flemish and Walloon TV (Canvas and RTBF). Read more »

 23-07-2007 

Live press conference tomorrow

Live press conference tomorrow

RSC Anderlecht are organising a press conference for the start of the new season tomorrow morning at 11 am. This conference can be viewed live on the official website of Anderlecht. Read more »

Van Holsbeeck: "Difficulties to score"

Van Holsbeeck:

After a couple of friendly games, Van Holsbeeck can already evaluate his team. "We play very well sometimes, but I noticed that we have difficulties to score. The game against Marseille was interesting, but we can't score." Read more »

OHL - RSC Anderlecht: 2-0

OHL - RSC Anderlecht: 2-0

RSC Anderlecht failed to win their friendly game against OHL yesterday evening. The score was 2-0 after the final whistle. The Mauves played with a team that consisted of young talents and B-team players. Read more »


 22-07-2007 

Anderlecht lose against Marseille

Anderlecht lose against Marseille

RSC Anderlecht lost their friendly match against French side Olympique Marseille with 4-2 in Martigues. The goals for Anderlecht were scored by Wasilewski and Théréau (pen). Cissé (2x), Ziani and M'Bami (pen) scored for Marseille. Read more »

Recreativo are scouting Mpenza

Recreativo are scouting Mpenza

Fast attacker Mbo Mpenza almost signed for Recreativo de Huelva last year, and the Spanish side have not given up their interest yet. Recreativo are scouting the Red Devil again these days. Read more »

 21-07-2007 

Programme of the Fan Day

Programme of the Fan Day

All the activities that will take place during the Fan Day on 27 July have been announced. Bertrand Crasson and Marcel De Corte are the two godfathers of this event. The Fan Day starts at 10 a.m. and finishes at 7.30 p.m. Read more »

Tchité wanted by Derby County?

Tchité wanted by Derby County?

British media suggest that Anderlecht striker Mohammed Tchité has caught the interest of Premiership team Derby County. However, it seems very unlikely that the star of last season will leave Brussels. Read more »

Two friendly matches in one weekend

Two friendly matches in one weekend

Anderlecht are having a busy weekend, with two friendly games in two days. The Mauves are travelling to Martigues today, where they will be challenging Olympique Marseille. Anderlecht are also playing against OHL tomorrow. Read more »

 20-07-2007 

Napoli scout Baseggio

Napoli scout Baseggio

Despite Standard denying their interest in Walter Baseggio, Napoli do want to sign the midfielder. The Italians will be present in tomorrow's game between Olympique Marseille and Anderlecht to scout Baseggio. Read more »

Temporary replacement for Frutos?

Temporary replacement for Frutos?

Herman Van Holsbeeck is not sure yet whether he will search for a replacement for the injured Nicolas Frutos or not. Frank Vercauteren insists on an extra striker, but the Anderlecht manager is not convinced. Read more »

Standard: "We are being abused by Anderlecht"

Standard:

Standard de Liège deny the rumours that they are interested in Anderlecht midfielder Walter Baseggio. "We are being abused by Anderlecht to make Baseggio catch the attention on the transfer market", Standard manager François says. Read more »

Anderlecht not positive about Polak signing

Anderlecht not positive about Polak signing

Herman Van Holsbeeck seems to give up hope that Jan Polak will sign for Anderlecht. "We are searching for another midfielder now, because I don't think that Polak will change his opinion", the Anderlecht manager stated. Read more »

AZ signs young Anderlecht goalie

AZ signs young Anderlecht goalie

16-year-old Kenneth Ots, who is playing for the Anderlecht U17 team, is signing a contract with Dutch side AZ. He will play with the youngsters there. Ots is also goalkeeper of the Belgian U17 national team. Read more »

Nürnberg gives Polak ultimatum

Nürnberg gives Polak ultimatum

The transfer of Jan Polak is already taken a couple of weeks now, and Nürnberg, his current team, is running out of patience. They gave the midfielder an ultimatum to take a decision before 3 August. Read more »

Crasson and De Corte on Fan Day

Crasson and De Corte on Fan Day

As usual, Anderlecht have invited former players of the team to be present on the annual Fan Day. Bertrand Crasson and Marcel De Corte, who played for Anderlecht in the fifties, are invited this year on July 27. Read more »

Birthday webteam member

Birthday webteam member

Sportingboy, one of our webteam members who has been helping on this website for many years already, celebrates his birthday today. We would like to wish him a happy birthday and thank him for all of his efforts for this website. Read more »

Extra presale OHL - RSC Anderlecht

Extra presale OHL - RSC Anderlecht

The presale for the game between OHL and Belgian champions RSC Anderlecht, which will be played next Sunday, is going really good and there are only a couple of seats left. This means that possible visitors will have to be fast. Read more »


 19-07-2007 

Test players may leave

Test players may leave

The two test players Blazej Radler and Khalfaoui will not be offered a contract with Anderlecht. The Polish right defender and the Tunesian midfielder were not able to convince the Anderlecht board of their skills. Read more »

Tickets Supercup for sale

Tickets Supercup for sale

Anderlecht are playing against Club Bruges for the Belgian Supercup in the Constant Vanden Stock Stadium on Saturday July 28. Tickets for this game are for sale now and cost 25 euros for seats and 15 euros in the grandstands. Read more »

Probably no contract for test players

Probably no contract for test players

The test players Blazej Radler and Khalfaoui will hear today whether they will be offered a contract in Brussels or not. However, it seems against all odds that one of both test players will stay in Anderlecht. Read more »

Anderlecht challenge Wolvertem tonight

Anderlecht challenge Wolvertem tonight

RSC Anderlecht are playing a friendly game against Wolvertem in the F. Lathouwers Stadium tonight at 7 pm. The entire Anderlecht squad is going to Wolvertem, except for the injured players and Triguinho. Read more »

Triguinho needs more time

Triguinho needs more time

Anderlecht challenged AS Nancy without Brazilian midfielder Triguinho yesterday. The new signing stayed in Brussels. According to coach Vercauteren, Triguinho needs more time to adjust to his new environment. Read more »

Next chapter in Polak soap

Next chapter in Polak soap

Anderlecht are still trying to convince Jan Polak to come to Belgium, and it looks like it is finally paying off. His current team Nürnberg bought extra midfielders and the Czech midfielder is thinking about his future. Read more »

Standard still want Baseggio

Standard still want Baseggio

Midfielder Walter Baseggio is still wanted by Standard. The team from Liège wants to do a serious effort to land the former Red Devil. Standard have already negotiated with the Anderlecht board about a possible transfer. Read more »

 18-07-2007 

Anderlecht beat Nancy

Anderlecht beat Nancy

Anderlecht defeated Nancy in a friendly game. Though it wasn't an easy win for the Mauves. Mpenza opened the score early in the game, but Nancy equalised on half hour. Von Schlebrügge scored the winner 5 minutes before the end. Read more »

Friendly game against Nancy tonight

Friendly game against Nancy tonight

RSC Anderlecht are challenging French side AS Nancy in a friendly game tonight. Frank Vercauteren made a selection of twenty players. Nicolas Frutos and Mark De Man are ruled out because of injuries. Read more »

 17-07-2007 

Frutos recovers fast

Frutos recovers fast

Nicolas Frutos is recovering very fast after a heel surgery. The striker did biking exercises yesterday. The Argentinian player is expected to be back in about two months instead of three. Read more »

Argentinians positive about new season

Argentinians positive about new season

Argentinians Lucas Biglia and Nicolas Pareja made their début for Anderlecht last year and are full of expectations for the oncoming season. "We will be stronger than last year", predicts Lucas Biglia. Read more »

Van Holsbeeck back from holiday

Van Holsbeeck back from holiday

Manager Herman Van Holsbeeck comes back from holiday today, but he will have a very busy time the oncoming days. The transfer of Jan Polak is still a priority for Anderlecht, but also Somoza is an option. Read more »

Test players unlikely to stay

Test players unlikely to stay

The Anderlecht board will decide on the future of the two test players Blazej Radler (right defender) and Khalfaoui (midfielder) Thursday. However, it seems very unlikely that both players will sign a contract for Anderlecht. Read more »

Jacobs: "This is a new experience"

Jacobs:

Ariël Jacobs preferred a as assistant coach in Anderlecht to the function as head coach of Mouscron. Nevertheless, he does not regret his transfer at all. "This is a new world that opens for me. Anderlecht are so professional." Read more »

 16-07-2007 

Anderlecht back in Belgium

Anderlecht back in Belgium

RSC Anderlecht are back in Belgium after a practice stage in Switzerland. There were two training sessions scheduled for the squad, which was divided into two groups. One group trained indoor, the other one outdoor. Read more »

Anderlecht do not give up on Polak

Anderlecht do not give up on Polak

Anderlecht are still eager to land Czech midfielder Jan Polak. However, the international stated already that he is not interested in a move to Belgium because he is afraid to lose his spot in the Czech national team. Read more »

Anderlecht scout in South America again

Anderlecht scout in South America again

The Anderlecht board have not made a decision on test player Blazej Radler yet. Ferrari, who is playing for River Plate, might be an alternative. Anderlecht are also scouting several players in South America again. Read more »

 15-07-2007 

Tchité: "I don't feel any pressure"

Tchité:

Mémé Tchité played a very important role for Anderlecht last season, but the striker does not feel any pressure for this season. "I'm not afraid of the pressure. The fans are expecting a lot from the entire team", he says. Read more »

Legear caught ankle injury

Legear caught ankle injury

Jonathan Legear had to leave Friday's training session after being kicked on the ankle. However, the fast winger is expected to recover fast. Mbo Mpenza (back injury) is still in the sick bay, but he did train with the rest. Read more »

OHL is ready for Anderlecht

OHL is ready for Anderlecht

It is an annual tradition that OHL, which are playing in the Second League, challenge Anderlecht during the preparation for the new season. For the fans of both sides it is the perfect opportunity to see the new players. Read more »

Vercauteren wants competition for Tchité

Vercauteren wants competition for Tchité

Coach Frank Vercauteren stated yesterday that some players should be more motivated, and it is clear that the coach was talking about attacker Mémé Tchité. "It's not a coincidence that I want an extra striker", said Vercauteren. Read more »

 14-07-2007 

Jelle Van Damme on Clijsters's wedding

Jelle Van Damme on Clijsters's wedding

Kim Clijsters's fans and the inhabitants of Bree are not invited to the wedding of the former tennis player, but Anderlecht defender Jelle Van Damme will be present. He is the boyfriend of Elke Clijsters, Kim's sister. Read more »

 13-07-2007 

Radler wants to stay

Radler wants to stay

Polish test player Blazej Radler would like to sign a contract with Belgian champions RSC Anderlecht. Radler is supposed to be an alternative for Marcin Wasilewski. It was Wasilewski's manager who offered Radler to Anderlecht. Read more »

Zitka first goalkeeper

Zitka first  goalkeeper

Despite Proto's ambition to become first goalkeeper again, Zitka will be the one who's in the starting line-up. Vercauteren: "Certain players deserve some credit after their good performances last season. Zitka is one of them." Read more »

Friendly game against Nancy

Friendly game against Nancy

Yesterday, the friendly game against PSG was cancelled, but Anderlecht already found a replacement: the French club Nancy will play against the Mauves on July 18. Read more »

Porto interested in Van Damme

Porto interested in Van Damme

Jelle Van Damme is being follow the FC Porto. Scouts of the Portuguese club attended the match against Galatasaray in Switzerland. Van Damme got a red card during that game. Read more »

 12-07-2007 

Anderlecht lost again

Anderlecht lost again

Anderlecht lost their 2nd friendly game. The score in the game against Dortmund was 2-1. The Mauves opened the score after 52 minutes, but Dortmund equalised 10 minutes later. In the last minute the Germans scored the winning goal Read more »

Snowball fight in Switzerland

Snowball fight in Switzerland

Today, the group did some team building in Switzerland. After a walk in the mountains up to 2,300 meters, the players had a snow ball fight. This evening, there's also a game scheduled against Dortmund. Read more »

Bruzzese: "My dream came true"

Bruzzese:

One of the newcommers in the team is Sébastien Bruzzese, an 18 years old goalkeeper. "I'm glad to play here. Anderlecht is the best club to play for in Belgium. I can learn a lot from great keepers like Zitka." Read more »

Mpenza ready to replace Frutos

Mpenza ready to replace Frutos

Also Mbo Mpenza is feeling ready to replace the injured Frutos. "I'm feeling good, though I'm still suffering a little from mu back injury. But I'm ready to replace Frutos, just as I did last year in the Champions League." Read more »

Théréau happy in Anderlecht

Théréau happy in Anderlecht

Frenchman Cyril Théréau is happy that he's playing for Anderlecht now: "I hope to be playing in the Champions League. I think I'm capable of replacing Frutos or Tchité. I'm a real targetman", Théréau explained. Read more »

De Man injured

De Man injured

Defender Mark De Man got injured at his knee in the friendly game against Galatasaray this Tuesday. The doctor subscribed him ten days of rest. Van Damme is suspended for the game against Dortmund. Lucas Biglia has a light injury. Read more »

Also Zitka cannot convince Polak

Also Zitka cannot convince Polak

Daniel Zitka, Anderlecht's goalkeeper, couldn't convince his fellow-country man Jan Polak to join Anderlecht. Zitka had a long talk with the player over the phone, but Polak stressed he didn't want to leave Nürnberg. Read more »

 11-07-2007 

Anderlecht against Dortmund tomorrow

Anderlecht against Dortmund tomorrow

Anderlecht will meet Borrusia Dortmund tomorrow in the match for the 3rd place in the OBI tournament in Switzerland. Dortmund lost their game against Bern on penalties. The game kicks off at 6:30pm. Read more »

Vercauteren wants another striker

Vercauteren wants another striker

Franky vercauteren wants another striker. Now that Frutos is injured, the trainer doesn't want to take any risks, since also Mpenza and Théréau have a few minor injuries: "It's not a priority, but an extra striker would be nice." Read more »

Pareja can go to Deportivo

Pareja can go to Deportivo

According to the Spanish newspaper El Pais, the Argentinian player Pareja can go to Deportivo La Coruna. But the chance that the defender will leave Brussels is rather small. He still has a contract until 2010. Read more »

Mpenza to France?

Mpenza to France?

According to a few French websites, the first division club FC Lens is interested in Mbo Mpenza. Belgian champions Anderlecht are willing to cooperate on a transfer. Read more »

 10-07-2007 

Anderlecht defeated by Galatasaray

Anderlecht defeated by Galatasaray

Tonight, the Mauves played a friendly game against Galatasaray. Anderlecht lost with 1-0. The Turkish club score in the 83rd minute. Vercauteren made 6 replacements. Deschacht was captain. Read more »

Collin: "It's Polak, no one else"

Collin:

Jan Polak announced in the German press that he'll stay in Germany. Anderlecht Secretarian Collin informed the Belgian press that the club will continue their efforts to convince Polak. Read more »

First day in Switzerland...

First day in Switzerland...

Anderlecht arrived in Switzerland yesterday, but the rain ruined the first day. Further more, the group suffered under the stressy circumstances related to the possible transfer of Polak. Read more »

 09-07-2007 

Polak isn't coming

Polak isn't coming

Polak isn't convinced that a move to Brussels is a good idea. "Jan Polak is not going to Anderlecht", said the manager of Nürnberg Martin Madern. And Polak confirmed that: "I have a contract here and I'm staying in Germany.&q Read more »

Frutos is recovering well

Frutos is recovering well

Nicolas Frutos' operation went well. The Argentinian player will be able to resume trainings in two weeks. That way, he'll be ready to play games by the end of August. Read more »

Players on training camp in Switzerland

Players on training camp in Switzerland

Anderlecht left to Switzerland today on training camp. Only Frutos stayed home. He's recovering from an operation at his foot. Also Siani, Kums and Kolar stayed in Brussels. They have to find a new club. Read more »

Zitka has to convince Polak

Zitka has to convince Polak

Jan Polak has an agreement with Anderlecht. The player will probably sign his contract soon. Though he's still doubting. He's afraid to lose his place in the national team because the Belgian league is inferior to the Bundesliga. Read more »

Ticket prices for Supercup

Ticket prices for Supercup

The Supercup is not free for season-ticket-holders. This isn't possible because the profit has to be divided between Anderlecht and Bruges. Seats cost 25€, stands 15€. Read more »

Tioté has to find a new club

Tioté has to find a new club

Cheik Tioté signed his new contract for Anderlecht. He'll stay in Brussels until 2010. But the club is looking for a new team for the player. They want to let him go on loan so he can gain more experience. Read more »

 07-07-2007 

Felipe returns to Brazil

Felipe returns to Brazil

Brazilian Felipe has returned to his native country. The defender did not make any appearances last season and has opted to return to the Brazilian competition. He has signed a contract with Corinthians. Read more »

 06-07-2007 

Frutos: "Hesitated too long for surgery"

Frutos:

Wednesday Frutos finally underwent surgery after a minor but annoying heel injury. The timing of the surgery received a lot of criticism. "I have hesitated too long to get operated," admitted the Argentinian. Read more »

"Jan Polak close to Anderlecht"

According to Belgian newspaper Het Laatste Nieuws, the club has found an agreement with Jan Polak. Earlier Anderlecht had found an agreement with Nürnberg which means the deal could be near completion. Read more »

 05-07-2007 

Hellings to England

Hellings to England

Sergio Hellings will be moving to England. The 20-year-old defender played for Ajax as a youth. He had a contract at Anderlecht until 2007. Since 2004 he has been linked to Middlesbrough. However, he has chosen for Leicester. Read more »

Nürnberg: Not planning to let Polak go

Nürnberg: Not planning to let Polak go

Earlier you could read that there might be a deal with Nürnberg about Polak. However, the german media claims otherwise. The Manager of Nürnberg says he does not expect to see the Czech player leave the club. Read more »

Polak at Anderlecht would be great

Polak at Anderlecht would be great

Pär Zetterberg was one of the scouts who observed Jan Polak a number of times. The Swede only has positive things to mention. "I scouted him during a game against Cyprus," says Zetterberg. Read more »

 04-07-2007 

New pitch

New pitch

After one month and a half of maintenance, Anderlecht has a new pitch. The new semi-synthetic pitch makes it possible to play more games in the Vanden Stock Stadium. That way, the reserves will be able to play in Anderlecht again. Read more »

Injury news

Injury news

Both Frutos and Mpenza still have some minor injuries to deal with. The Argentinian took part in training today but has a doctor's appointment scheduled for tomorrow. Read more »

French interest for Siani

French interest for Siani

According to the French press several French clubs are interested in contracting Anderlecht striker Sébastien Siani. Siani was loaned to Zulte-Waregem last season but is allowed to leave the club. Read more »

Triguinho happy at Anderlecht

Triguinho happy at Anderlecht

Brazilian Triguinho has already completed a number of training sessions and his integration into the team is going well. "I already learned a lot since I arrived," says Triguinho in La Dernière Heure. Read more »

Radler left a good impression

Radler left a good impression

The Polish test player Blazej Radler has a good chance to stay in Anderlecht. He made a good impression on the coach. The other test player, Khalfaoui, didn't convince Vercauteren yet. Read more »

Polak to Anderlecht?

Polak to Anderlecht?

Despite the efforts of Herman Van Holsbeeck, it seems that Somoza isn't coming to Belgium. Therefore, the club is now focussing on the Czech international Jan Polak who's playing for Nürnberg at the moment. Read more »

Website: birthday webteam members

Website: birthday webteam members

Today we celebrate the birthday of Régis and Catootje. Both have been working for this website for several years. Therefore, we would like to thank and congratulate them with their birthday! Read more »

 03-07-2007 

Injury report

Injury report

Ahmed Hassan had some troubles with his hamstrings earlier this day and only ran. Bart Goor and Jonathan Legear (calf) can join the group next week. For now they only do cardiovascular work. Read more »

Two games rescheduled

Two games rescheduled

The Belgian Football Organisation made a few changes to the calendar. Anderlecht's first match against Mechelen will be played on Friday, August 3 at 8:30pm. The 3rd game in Dender will kick-off at 6pm in stead of 8pm. Read more »

Will Somoza come to Brussels or not?

Will Somoza come to Brussels or not?

Anderlecht will take one more attempt to bring Somoza to Brussels. Van Holsbeeck wants a break-through before he goes on holiday. Though the player wants to stay in Spain and also Espanyol shows interest. Read more »

Injury report

Injury report

A few players are already injured before the start of the new season. Frutos seems to be recovered and was able to complete the trainings. Goor underwent an ankle examination. Legear isn't recovered from his injury at his calf. Read more »

Gundogan to MVV

Gundogan to MVV

Umut Gundogan, a youth international who played for Anderlecht last season, is now on loan for the Dutch club MVV. Read more »

Season tickets almost sold out

Season tickets almost sold out

The ticketing service of RSC Anderlecht announced that there are only 1300 season tickets left for sale. The season tickets that are still available are for the blocks R4, X4 and P2 and cost 175 euro. Read more »

 02-07-2007 

Sterchele lashes out at Anderlecht

Sterchele lashes out at Anderlecht

François Sterchele has reacted after his transfer to Anderlecht was abruptly cancelled. "I asked two days to think about the offer. I didn't get that time and should've signed immediately. That's not how I like to do business.&quo Read more »

Leandro Somoza off to Espanyol?

Leandro Somoza off to Espanyol?

Anderlecht is still hoping to bring Leandro Somoza to Brussels. However, it looks like the Villarreal midfielder could be heading to Espanyol. Villarreal is hoping to sign Espanyol's Raul Tamudo and might involve Somoza in a deal. Read more »

Fan Day on Friday 27 July

Fan Day on Friday 27 July

This year the traditional Fan Day will take place on Friday 27 July. As usual, the fans will get a chance of meeting the players and getting signatures and their pictures taken. But Fortis have readied an extra surprise this year. Read more »

 01-07-2007