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 21-07-2026 

Against Hammarby with Saliba and Huerta back

Against Hammarby with Saliba and Huerta back

GAMES Three weeks after their adventure at the 2026 World Cup, Nathan Saliba and César “Chino” Huerta have once again settled in at Lotto Park. The pair return to Brussels with a suitcase full of unique memories, extra motivation and the urge to help the Purple & White move straight towards the European group stages. For both players, the World Cup was especially memorable, as the tournament took place on familiar ground. Nathan Saliba defended Canada's honour and speaks of immense pride at being able to play in front of his own people and his family. Read more »

PAOK or Kyiv in the next round

PAOK or Kyiv in the next round

OTHER If Anderlecht manage to avoid the tricky obstacle of Hammarby in the second qualifying round of the Europa League, they will face either PAOK Thessaloniki or Dynamo Kyiv. On paper, that is not too bad, as Anderlecht are unseeded and could have drawn a tougher opponent. PAOK finished third in the Greek league, while Kyiv qualified as Ukrainian Cup winners. Kyiv started one round earlier and beat Cluj on penalties. Read more »


 20-07-2026 

Futures let the victory slip away

Futures let the victory slip away

GAMES RSCA Futures opened their new campaign with a spectacular draw away at K Lyra-Lierse. In a match designed as an extensive test of the squad, Jelle Coen opted to field a different starting eleven in each half. The purple and white side quickly took control thanks to a dynamic and inspired first half. Driven by a strong Enzo Sternal, who scored twice, the RSCA Futures made the difference. Read more »

Sibierski counts on Saliba

Sibierski counts on Saliba

GAMES Antoine Sibierski has made his decision: Nathan Saliba is also set to be one of Anderlecht's key figures next season. Still, the purple and white side realise that an exceptional transfer offer could yet upset those plans. After his World Cup commitments, the Canadian international has returned to Neerpede, giving coach Vitor Bruno extra options for the important European two-legged tie against Hammarby. Although it remains uncertain whether Saliba will start immediately, he is expected to develop into one of the team's pillars this season. Read more »


 19-07-2026 

Concerns about the pitch at Lotto Park

Concerns about the pitch at Lotto Park

OTHER Anderlecht is keeping a close eye on the condition of the pitch at Lotto Park in the build-up to the second leg against Hammarby in the second qualifying round of the Europa League. On Thursday, July 30, the purple and white will host the Swedes, but the field is still not in ideal condition. For a moment, a move to the King Baudouin Stadium was considered, although that option has since been definitively ruled out. The problems stem from the second phase of the extensive renovation of the playing surface, a €1.3 million investment that began last year. Read more »


Summer signings on European list

Summer signings on European list

YOUTH Anderlecht had until midnight yesterday to submit its Europa League squad lists to UEFA, ahead of the two-legged tie with Hammarby in the second qualifying round. The Brussels club must file two separate lists. The A list may contain up to 25 players and must include at least eight players developed in the club's own youth academy. There is also a B list, on which an unlimited number of young talents from the club's academy can be included. Read more »