Hasi: “Mbemba's demands were too high”
Last summer, Anderlecht did indeed consider bringing Chancel Mbemba back. Besnik Hasi revealed this in an interview with Het Laatste Nieuws. “But his demands were too high,” said the coach. Read more »
Last summer, Anderlecht did indeed consider bringing Chancel Mbemba back. Besnik Hasi revealed this in an interview with Het Laatste Nieuws. “But his demands were too high,” said the coach. Read more »
In an interview with Het Nieuwsblad, Olivier Renard discusses Cedric Hatenboer's situation in detail. “When the player is ready, Anderlecht does give young footballers opportunities,” says Renard, citing Nathan De Cat as an example. Read more »
Besnik Hasi unfortunately confirmed at his press conference that Anderlecht will be without Cesar Huerta for a long time. The Mexican player will have to undergo surgery for pubalgia in the USA. Read more »
Besnik Hasi is concerned about Nathan Saliba and Angulo, who are not expected to return from their international duties until today. Both players will have had a long journey across several time zones. Hasi's concern is that both players are likely tired and may be struggling with jet lag. Angulo may also be nursing a minor injury. Read more »
The upcoming Champions League indoor soccer match between Anderlecht and Kairat Almaty has attracted a lot of attention. The match in Roosdaal is completely sold out. The Purple & White will play the first leg on Monday, November 24 at 8 PM, while the return leg in Kazakhstan is scheduled for Friday, December 5. Read more »
Nilson Angulo played 82 minutes in the Ecuador – New Zealand match, scoring his team's first goal (final score 2-0). Unfortunately, he had to leave the field with an injury shortly before the final whistle. The nature of his injury is still unknown; it may have been out of precaution. Mihajlo Cvetkovic also played 82 minutes for Serbia's U19 team, who lost 4-1 to Croatia. Read more »
According to Sacha Tavolieri, Anderlecht is now also monitoring Manchester City striker Mahamadou Sangaré. The 18-year-old isn't playing for the English giants' first team, but is reportedly making an impression. Sangaré has scored nine goals in 14 matches and has played in the Youth League, among other leagues. Both Manchester City and the player himself are keen for him to gain experience, and a loan move would certainly be a possibility in January. Read more »
César Huerta may require surgery. The Mexican winger has reportedly been diagnosed with pubalgia, a result of strain on the lower abdominal muscles or the attachment of the adductors. Anderlecht is currently discussing whether Huerta needs surgery, which would sideline him for several months. Read more »
Two weeks ago, there were doubts about Thorgan Hazard, who didn't make much of an impression on the pitch against Charleroi. But now those doubts have been dispelled. Thanks to the new attacking quartet, the player's qualities are being used more effectively. Against Mechelen and Bruges, the midfielder was incredibly strong: "I'm in a good period," says Thorgan with a smile. Read more »
After four and a half years, Anderlecht finally managed to win at home against Club Brugge again. For coach Besnik Hasi, Vincent Kompany's successor, it felt like liberation. "It had to sink in for a bit, but I really enjoyed it," the coach said afterward, visibly relieved. Read more »
Anderlecht teenager Nathan De Cat (17) continues to impress. In the top match against Club Brugge, the young defender once again played a mature game. He completely contained playmaker Hans Vanaken and was therefore one of the key figures in the Purple & White's victory. Read more »
With the winter transfer window approaching, all sorts of names are circulating in the media as potential reinforcements. Given that the Purple & White certainly has the intention to strengthen its position, this makes sense. However, there's currently little reliable or concrete news available about potential transfer targets, so we'll limit ourselves to a sporadic overview of the gossip. Today, we're highlighting Julien Duranville and Noah Edjouma. Read more »
Just four years ago, Adriano Bertaccini (25) was sleeping in a tent with amateur players. Today, he's Anderlecht's striker, carrying the club's goal-scoring hopes. In this candid interview, he reflects on his unusual journey, his emotional recovery from injury, and his growth as a professional footballer. Read more »
With the winter transfer window approaching, all kinds of names are circulating in the media as possible reinforcements. Given that the Purple & White do indeed intend to strengthen their squad, this is not illogical. However, there is currently little reliable or concrete news about potential transfer targets, so we will limit ourselves to a sporadic overview of the rumors. Today we highlight Julien Duranville and Noah Edjouma. Read more »
The upcoming clash between Anderlecht and Club Brugge promises to be a special one. Club impressed earlier this week with a 3–3 draw against Barcelona, while Michael Verschueren is set to make his debut as Anderlecht’s new chairman. For Lorenzo Staelens (61) – who once played for both teams – the matchup brings back a flood of memories. Read more »
César Huerta will be out for a few weeks. The player was injured against Ninove and was substituted midway through the match. After a medical examination, it turned out he had a pelvic problem. Hasi: "Huerta will be out for a few weeks with an injury," he said. He will therefore not be in the starting lineup against KV Mechelen. There is a chance that the match against Club Brugge will also come too early. Read more »
The pressure on coach Besnik Hasi is gradually growing. After the cup final defeat, failed playoff runs, the early European elimination, and the poor performance of recent weeks, his position seems to be faltering. The fans have also gradually turned against him. But firing Hasi won't solve anything. This is the opinion of several former players and analysts. He is certainly not solely to blame. Read more »
Anderlecht coach Besnik Hasi is preparing for a tense match against his former club KV Mechelen. On Saturday evening, the Purple & White hosts them at Lotto Park, where only a win will count to restore order in the ranks. Read more »
Anderlecht's youth teams continued their strong form last Saturday with impressive victories against STVV. After earlier victories over Westerlo and OHL, Sint-Truiden's youngest players were defeated 9-0 in both the U14 and U13 categories. Read more »
Anderlecht secured their place in the round of 16 of the Belgian Cup with a 2-0 victory over Ninove, despite a weak performance following a strong start. The match was delayed by 15 minutes due to Ninove's incorrect jerseys, but once underway, Anderlecht quickly took control, with goals from Bertaccini and Huerta within the first 20 minutes. Despite several opportunities, including header chances for Vazquez, the home team failed to extend their lead.
Nathan De Cat will not be in the cup match against Ninove tomorrow. The midfielder, like Moussa N'Diaye and Thorgan Hazard, is not in the matchday squad. The trio will be rested. César Huerta (after injury) and World Cup players Ali Maamar and Anas Tajaouart are back in the squad. Read more »
Anderlecht has dropped valuable points again. They lost 1-0 at Charleroi, a late goal in which goalkeeper Coosemans made a mistake. Anderlecht played poorly again before halftime and recovered twenty minutes after the break, but their play was sloppy and their finishing was poor. Hazard hit the post with his chest, and Bertaccini's aim was misaligned on several occasions. Anderlecht can catch up with plenty of clubs in the standings this weekend. They cannot afford any slip-ups next week in the Croky Cup and in the league (at home against Mechelen). Read more »
Anderlecht will be without Enric Llansana (photo) and César Huerta for tonight's match against Charleroi. Coach Besnik Hasi announced this at his press conference. Llansana suffered a knock to his knee in training. Huerta is struggling with his adductors. Read more »
Adriano Bertaccini was disappointed with his performance against STVV, his former club. "The 2-2 draw left a bitter taste," he said. "I played too hastily and need to stay calmer," he said. Bertaccini has just returned from an injury and says he needs playing time to get back to his level. Read more »
Lucas Biglia took advantage of the international break to travel to Italy for his coaching training. He took some extra lessons, meaning he missed Sunday's match against STVV. He returns to Belgium this week and will be back in action on Friday against Charleroi. Read more »
Tristan Degreef was not on the match sheet on Sunday. According to the press, Hasi was dissatisfied with last week's training. Cesar Huerta was also absent due to a minor injury sustained during the week. The long travel time from Mexico to Belgium may also have played a role. Read more »
Former referee Serge Gumienny believes Anderlecht was deprived of two points at STVV. The former referee is clear in his assessment: "You can't be offside with a body part you're not allowed to score with. So the arm doesn't count." However, VAR allegedly ruled that a very thin part of the shoulder was also offside. Read more »
Despite his goal and a strong first half, Mihajlo Cvetkovic remained in the dressing room after the break. The reason: a minor thigh injury. It is not believed to be serious, and the substitution was mainly a precaution. Read more »
