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 31-10-2011 

Vargas successfully operated

Vargas successfully operated

Ronald Vargas was operated this afternoon in Antwerp. The operation took three hours and was successful. Doctor Mark Dekker performed the operation. Vargas will be out for at least four months. Read more »

Mbokani probably out for one more week

Mbokani probably out for one more week

Dieumerci Mbokani will probably not be ready to play against Sturm Graz and also the match against Cercle Brugge of next weekend is doubtful. "There is a chance he'll be recovered, but just a small one", said Jacobs. Read more »

 28-10-2011 

Biglia operated on next week

Biglia operated on next week

Lucas Biglia has made a decision: he will be operated on next week. This says Sudpresse. The Anderlecht board insisted on it. He will be out for about 4 months. Read more »

No selection for Biglia

No selection for Biglia

Alejandro Sabella, the successor of Sergio Batista as coach of Argentina, hasn’t selected Anderlecht – midfielder Lucas Biglia. Sabella preferes Fernando Gago. Read more »

 27-10-2011 

Vargas out for a few months

Vargas out for a few months

Ronald Vargas got injured yesterday after just four minutes of play. The South American playmaker fell through his knee and couldn't play anymore. He was rushed to the hospital and examined today. Read more »

Disappointment after Cup drama

Disappointment after Cup drama

Ariel Jacobs denied that the Cup is not important to him and the club: "If I play with my first team, people would ask why I don't let some players rest. If one gets injured, they wonder what will happen in the league", he said. Read more »


 24-10-2011 

Small injuries for Mbokani

Small injuries for Mbokani

Before the game against Westerlo, Dieumerci already suffered from an injury. After the game he had troubles walking and he hurt his leg. He probably won’t play against Rupel Boom. Read more »

Frutos to return as assistant coach?

Frutos to return as assistant coach?

Ex player Nicolas Frutos might return to Anderlecht as assistant coach. The former striker should replace Daniel Renders, who'll get a new job within the club. There weren't any negotiations with Frutos yet. Read more »

Narrow escape for Anderlecht in Westerlo

Narrow escape for Anderlecht in Westerlo

Anderlecht beat Westerlo yesterday with 1-2. The Mauves are now four points ahead of AA Gent, Cercle Brugge and Club Brugge, that lost in Kortrijk. As the scoreline already suggests, it wasn't an easy win for the Brussels' team. Read more »

Operation Biglia probable

Operation Biglia probable

If Anderlecht can qualify themselves against Sturm Graz, there is a good chance Lucas Biglia will be operated at the shoulder soon after. The club doesn't want to delay the needed operation until after this season. Read more »

 23-10-2011 
 20-10-2011 

Anderlecht superior in Europa League

Anderlecht superior in Europa League

Anderlecht easily defeated Sturm Graz tonight in the Europa League and remains first with 9 points out of three games. The Mauves need one more point to qualify. Though winning the group should also be possible now. Read more »

What can we expect during the winter break?

What can we expect during the winter break?

The Mauves are already thinking about their winter transfers. On the list is Katuku Tshimanga of Lokeren. Further, manager Van Holsbeeck will also start searching for replacements in case one the key players would leave in June. Read more »


 19-10-2011 

Selection for Graz-Anderlecht

Selection for Graz-Anderlecht

Anderlecht will travel to Austria tomorrow where the'll face Sturm Graz in the Europa League. The Mauves lead the group with a perfect score: 6 out of 6. A victory in Austria, will bring the Belgians close to qualification. Read more »

Picqué supports stadium enlargement

Picqué supports stadium enlargement

Minister president of the Brussels Capital Region Charles Picqué supports Anderlecht's stadium enlargement. "Before the club can build, we need to overcome some legislative issues. We'll do that in a transparent way", he said. Read more »

Praet loaned to another club?

Praet loaned to another club?

Young talent Dennis Praet might be loaned to another club in January. "Look at Vadis. He's the best player in Bruges and we trained him. He left because he didn't get the chance to play. That shouldn't happen again." Read more »

 18-10-2011 

Neerpede officially opened

Neerpede officially opened

Anderlecht presented their new training complex yesterday. The complex, located at Neerpede, is one of the most modern centra in Europe. Anderlecht took a look at what European topclubs did, and overclassed many with this project. Read more »

 17-10-2011 

Anderlecht to humiliate Standard

Anderlecht to humiliate Standard

Anderlecht crushed Standard de Liège today with 5-0. Ex-Standard players Jovanovic and Mbokani both scored, just as Wasileski who broke his leg in a game against Standard a few years ago. Suarez and Gillet scored the other two. Read more »


 16-10-2011 

Anderlecht active for disabled people

Anderlecht active for disabled people

Anderlecht realized, together with Electrabel, a special stage for people with a handicap. Organization Purple Wheels is delighted: "Disabled fans can now enjoy a good view (from block Y) and they are sheltered from rain." Read more »

 14-10-2011 

Arsenal still not giving up on Biglia

Arsenal still not giving up on Biglia

English top club Arsenal will make another attempt to land Anderlecht's Lucas Biglia during the winter break. The Gunners see Biglia as a perfect replacement for Fabregas, who went to Barcelona this summer. Read more »

"In Purple We Trust"

Before the game against Standard on Sunday, the new club anthem will be presented. Fans will find a special scarf on their seats. The idea is to hold it up before kick-off and sing the new song: In Purple We Trust. Read more »

New mobility plan in effect

New mobility plan in effect

On Sunday, before the game against Standard, the new mobility plan of the municipality of Anderlecht will come into effect. There will be a new parking zone, called "Astridpark", only in effect on matchdays. Read more »

 11-10-2011 

 07-10-2011 

The Favorites of Ronald Vargas !

The Favorites of Ronald Vargas !

A short but interesting interview showed up in the media this week about Ronald Vargas. The football player answered a few short questions, but they really shed light on his personality. Here they are: Read more »

Friendly cancelled

Friendly cancelled

The planned friendly game against Dutch second division club MVV Maastricht has been cancelled. Instead, Anderlecht will train behind closed doors. Read more »

 05-10-2011 

"International pause"

Not much news on Anderlecht today. Many players left to play for their national teams. Earlier this week, the players could enjoy a day off. Dennis Odoi was called to service by Belgian federal coach Leekens. Read more »

 03-10-2011 

Anderlecht to take the lead

Anderlecht to take the lead

Anderlecht took the lead yesterday after a victory on the field of Genk and the loss of points of Brugge vs. Beerschot. Genk were better throughout the whole game, but Anderlecht proved once more to deadly efficient. Read more »

 02-10-2011 

New club song almost ready

New club song almost ready

Anderlecht's new club song is almost completed. The fans were allowed to contribute to the melody and text and now a first version has been completed. The final version will be presented before the match against Standard. Read more »

Belgium to win a place on UEFA Ranking

Belgium to win a place on UEFA Ranking

With the Belgian teams performing well in Europe, Belgium jumped over Denmark to place 12 on the UEFA Ranking. If the good results of Anderlecht, Bruges, Standard and Genk continue, the 10th place even comes in reach. Read more »