In August, Anderlecht proposed to postpone the game against AA Ghent. The idea was that the club could prepare more ideally for the clash with AEK Athens in the Conference League. Nonetheless, the Mauves were eliminated after a draw at home and a 2-0 defeat in Greece. Read more »
Thorgan Hazard commented after the match on the 2-0 defeat against Union: "It's a shame about the penalty in the third minute. That's down to inexperience and our learning process. An equal score at halftime would have been more logical," he said. Nevertheless, he remains optimistic about the team's performance and emphasizes that the game wasn't as disastrous as the scoreline suggests. Finally, he also understands the supporters' frustration: "Everyone is disappointed, but it's important to keep going," he acknowledges. Read more »
After their elimination from Europe, Anderlecht now also go into the international break with a bitter defeat. Union won 2-0 and took an early lead from the penalty spot after a silly mistake by Degreef. Anderlecht had several good chances to score before halftime, but Union also remained dangerous. After the break, Anderlecht played too sloppily to create any real chances. Union made it 2-0 in the closing stages, but by then Anderlecht were already reduced to nine players after two yellow cards for Saliba and Angulo. Read more »
While Union and Club Brugge prepare for exciting European clashes, Anderlecht face a long, empty autumn after being eliminated by AEK Athens. Despite last week's strong performance in Brussels, Anderlecht only travelled with a draw and quickly came under pressure in Greece. The Mauves never managed to take control over the match and lost 2-0... Read more »
Anderlecht's U23 team suffered a 2-1 defeat to OHL. RSCA Futures will resume their Challenger Pro League campaign with an away match against Eupen, scheduled for Saturday, August 30, at 8:00 PM. Read more »
Kasper Dolberg is convinced that RSC Anderlecht were the better team on the pitch during the match against AEK Athens. Despite the Purple & White's dominant and threatening style of play, which put the opponents under pressure, the match ended in a disappointing draw. However, the Danish striker emphasizes that this result completely jeopardizes their chances for the second leg in Greece: "We have to secure qualification there, and that will be an important game for the group and the rest of the season," said Dolberg. Read more »
Jan-Carlo Simic will not play in the match against AEK Athens. He is not fit enough. During an individual training session on Tuesday, hopes remained that he will recover in time for the second leg, although the nature of his injury remains unknown. Coach Besnik Hasi had previously indicated that Simic, who joined the team later in pre-season, was experiencing minor discomfort after the match against Zulte Waregem. Anderlecht does not want to take any risks with the player and will therefore keep him sidelined. Read more »
Leander Dendoncker has signed a two-year contract with Real Oviedo in Spain. The midfielder was at a dead end at Aston Villa after a loan spell at Anderlecht last season also failed to deliver the hoped-for success. Read more »
French referee Jérôme Brisard has been appointed to officiate Thursday's match against AEK Athens. He will be assisted by assistant referees Alexis Auger and Aurélien Drouet, while Thomas Léonard will serve as the fourth official. VAR will be managed by Benoît Millot and Romain Lissorgue. The match, part of the play-off for the Conference League, will take place on Thursday, 21 August at Lotto Park, with kick-off at 8:00 PM. Read more »
During the weekend of August 15, Anderlecht's youth teams participated in several international tournaments. The young talents from Neerpede showed their skills on various pitches and made a strong impression, especially the U13 team, which reached the final in Bierbeek. Other youth teams were also in action. Read more »
During the long weekend of August 15, the traditional international U13 tournament took place in Bierbeek, with 25 renowned teams participating. Anderlecht's young players once again distinguished themselves by reaching the final and winning the title of best player. This tournament is crucial for the 2013 generation, who are preparing for their first season in the 11-a-side format. Anderlecht's U13s played a total of 10 matches against various opponents, with an impressive record of 5 wins and 3 draws. Read more »
Anderlecht won 2-0 in Dender. The Purple & White played stiffly and struggled to find an opening until Dolberg and Huerta had their chances on the hour mark. The Mexican brought grit to the game and scored to make it 1-0. Shortly after, Hazard sealed the victory against Dender, who could barely threaten Coosemans. A deserved victory that was needed after the miscue against Zulte Waregem. Read more »
Preparations for the season are in full swing for RSCA Women, who recently made a short trip to RC Lens. In this friendly, the purple and white women distinguished themselves with a 2-3 victory. Mickaëlla Cardia scored twice, while Béatrice Martone scored the third. With this victory secured, Anderlecht now looks ahead to their next challenge, on August 20 against PSG. Read more »
RSCA Futures won 1-0 away at Jong Gent, who had pulled off a surprise victory on Matchday 1. Striker Cvetkovic scored the only goal on the hour mark. Read more »
Anderlecht must secure its ticket to the Conference League playoffs in Chisinau. Despite its comfortable lead, Hasi expects an aggressive start to the match from the home team. Read more »
Mouhamed Wagne, a 16-year-old striker from Diambar FC, is currently on trial at RSC Anderlecht. The player, who plays as a left winger, recently participated in the African Under-17 Championship with Senegal, where he played four matches. Read more »
In an interview, Adriano Bertaccini said he works well with Kasper Dolberg. “I try to pass to him regularly, and we can both play in a 4-4-2 formation,” he said. Bertaccini plans to learn from Dolberg's experience: “He is able to create space for his teammates, and I want to learn from that,” he said. Read more »
Anderlecht travels to Moldova with a 3-0 lead to play the return match against Sheriff Tiraspol tomorrow. Four players are staying home due to minor injuries or to rest. Özcan is included in the selection for the first time. Another notable name is Leoni, who has not yet played under Hasi this season. Read more »
Anderlecht travelled to Moldova for the second leg of the third qualifying round of the Conference League. Four key players from Sunday's game didn't join the team to Moldova. Thorgan Hazard and Yari Verschaeren will be rested. Jan-Carlo Simic and Ali Maamar will be spared due to minor injuries Read more »
Lawrence Visser has been appointed referee for the match between Dender and RSCA, which will take place on Sunday at 1:30 PM. He will be assisted by assistant referees Jo De Weirdt and Michele Seeldraeyers. The fourth official for this match is Matonga Simonini. Read more »
Halil Umut Meler has been appointed referee for the match between RSC Anderlecht and Sheriff Tiraspol in the Conference League. He will be assisted by assistant referees Deniz Caner Özaral and Abdullah Özkara. Cihan Aydın has been appointed as the fourth referee. The video assistant referees (VAR) are Benjamin Brand and Onur Özütoprak. Read more »
Besnik Hasi had to explain himself to the press after the avoidable defeat against Zulte Waregem. He pointed out the sore points, but also cited mitigating circumstances, including fatigue. However, it had been known since the end of last season that Anderlecht had to play early in Europe and that the matches would come in quick succession. Read more »
There's certainly some spark in the new Anderlecht, but they're still playing a lot of false notes. The Purple & White suffered a painful 2-3 defeat to newly promoted Zulte Waregem, who took the lead three times at Lotto Park. Anderlecht again proved particularly vulnerable at the back and also failed to reach the expected attacking level. Consequently, Anderlecht lost valuable points and will have to work hard next weekend in Dender to avoid a disappointing start. Read more »
The RSCA Futures started the season with a 1-3 defeat to Kortrijk, one of the title favorites. The Futures took an early lead, but after a narrowly awarded penalty, the West Flemish side overran Anderlecht. Read more »
In a friendly match, the RSCA Women secured a 3-1 victory against PSV, thanks to goals from Kristjánsdóttir, De Caigny, and Vanzeir. The RSCA Women's next challenge is scheduled for August 13, when they travel to the Netherlands to face Twente. Kick-off is scheduled for 4:00 PM. Read more »
Ali Maamar is expected to be available for Sunday's match against Zulte-Waregem, according to the press. Maamar will replace Ilay Camara, who sustained a hamstring injury during the match against Sheriff Tiraspol. Read more »
If Brugge and Anderlecht survive their second legs in the third qualifying round of the European competitions, the fifth round of the Belgian league on August 23 and 24 will be at stake. The clubs want to postpone their matches, with Brugge wanting to move their match against Westerlo and Anderlecht wanting to move their match against Gent to Sunday, August 24. The Genk-Charleroi match was also postponed earlier. Read more »
A great visitor on Thursday at Lotto Park. None other than Dries Mertens attended the match between Anderlecht and Sheriff Tiraspol. The 38-year-old Mertens played for the Purple & White youth team from the ages of 11 to 18. Read more »
Anderlecht almost got its spot in the final qualifying round of the Conference League. They defeated Sheriff Tiraspol from Moldova 3-0. Nilson Angulo, Kasper Dolberg, and Yari Verschaeren scored the goals. Read more »
