Killian Sardella was very close to making his return to the team in the match against Sint-Truiden, but that game came too soon for RSCA's right back. According to the press, he should make his return against Genk.
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Kasper Dolberg has understood his responsibilities within Anderlecht's team, according to Nicolas Frutos. In addition to his technical skills, the striker has now developed a positive mindset, thanks in part to the guidance of David Hubert. Under Brian Riemer's previous policy, Dolberg had to put a lot of energy into secondary tasks, such as dropping back into the game and filling spaces on the sides. This led to a less efficient use of his qualities.
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The match between Anderlecht and Club Brugge on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 18:30 is completely sold out. For supporters who can't use their tickets, the RSCA Resale will start on Friday, January 10 at 10:00 am. Season ticket holders have the opportunity to sell their seats if they cannot attend. This not only gives other supporters a chance to get a ticket, but also contributes to a full Lotto Park. Read more »
Yari Verschaeren was able to come in after his injury sustained against Slavia, although it was with an injection. For the match at Genk, he is expected in the starting line-up as usual. Samuel Edozie also made his comeback and is thus also available for the topper. And coach Hubert can hope for two more names: Tristan Degreef and Killian Sardella. Read more »
Anderlecht returned from St-Truiden with a 0-2 win. Purple and white didn't play great, but it had enough of Dolberg's strikers to settle the score in their favor tonight. The Dane scored once in each half (from the spot after halftime). A (unjustified?) red card by Zanka still forced Anderlecht on the defensive, but STVV didn't get any big chances, although they did regularly create danger with crosses and shots from distance. Read more »
Finally some good news from the sickbay: Samuel Edozie has recovered sufficiently from his injury and will travel to Stayen tomorrow. After it was already announced that Verschaeren's injury was not too bad, he has now even been included in the selection. It is unclear whether both men can actually start. Verschaeren may have to play with extra protection. Read more »
The long-term injured will also not return against the Canaries. These include Ashimeru, Vertonghen, Hazard, Stroeykens and Sardella. Samuel Edozie was actually expected back, but will probably not make it to Sunday's game either (although that is not out of the question). Verschaeren is undergoing scans today but he will probably not be able to play. Read more »
Yari Verschaeren played an excellent first half yesterday but stayed in at halftime with a shoulder or collarbone injury. The midfielder left the stadium with a brace and his look betrayed volumes. A scan has yet to bring clarity, but initial impressions point to a somewhat more serious injury. Verschaeren will probably be out for a while. How Hubert will resolve this is unclear for now. Read more »
David Hubert reported at the press conference that Zanka had been the victim of racist statements by one of the Slavia players (striker Chory reportedly). There were also reportedly incidents from the audience. The club would issue an official statement later and announced that it would take further steps, in the form of a complaint to UEFA. Read more »
A new game, a new player injured. This time it's all about Yari Verschaeren. The midfielder came down unfortunate and hurt his shoulder. Although he scored afterwards, he remained in the locker room at halftime. Read more »
Anderlecht has started its sixth European group match. A win is actually a must in order to make the top eight, but Anderlecht is struggling with a solid injury wave and that shows in the lineup. Read more »
In the sixth match of the Europa League, RSC Anderlecht faces an important challenge with an away match against Slavia Prague. The Belgian club needs a good result to stay in the top eight of the league, which would mean direct qualification for the next round without playoffs. Coach David Hubert, however, must miss several key players. Jan Vertonghen, Thorgan Hazard, Mario Stroeykens, Killian Sardella, Majeed Ashimeru, Samuel Edozie, Tristan Degreef and Marco Kana are all injured or rehabbing. Foket, in turn, is on one yellow cardboard from a suspension day. Read more »
David Hubert is without seven injured players in Prague. Mario Stroeykens is also out for four to six weeks, despite being a key player. “It's up to me to find solutions,” said the Anderlecht coach in a press conference. Read more »
According to transfer specialist Sasha Tavolieri, Anderlecht is planning to get a number of reinforcements this winter. For Olivier Renard, it will be his first transfer window and four profiles are said to be on the table. Read more »
After an eight-month absence due to injury, Thorgan Hazard looks set to celebrate his return to the field. The Anderlecht player could make his return during the last home game of the year, on Dec. 27 against Dender. With the injuries to Killian Sardella and Mario Stroeykens, that would be a welcome reinforcement. Hazard has had a tough time after suffering a cruciate ligament tear in his right knee, suffered during the playoff game against Union in April. Read more »
The numerous injuries to the core team have forced David Hubert to draw on the RSCA Futures pool to put together his selection. Anas Tajaouart, Nunzio Engwanda-Ongena and Amando Lapage will all be travelling to Prague. Augustinsson has recovered from his rib problems and is in the squad. Read more »
According to Kjell Doms of Het Laatste Nieuws, Mario Stroeykens is out of action for six to eight weeks. The young midfielder tore his ligament in the right ankle during Sunday's game against Beerschot. Read more »
Mario Stroeykens underwent a scan of the ankle yesterday. The verdict has not yet been communicated but it probably involves a sprain. That means Stroeykens will not be in action at Slavia. Sardella and Edozie are also still injured on the ankle. Kasper Dolberg is also now struggling with some discomfort, but will travel with the team. Read more »
Anderlecht has one home game left to play in 2024, against Dender on Friday, Dec. 27. All tickets for the match are sold out, except for some VIP seats. Season ticket holders who cannot attend can now put their tickets on sale through RSCA Resale. Mauve+ members, meanwhile, can also purchase tickets for the match against Hoffenheim on Jan. 30. Read more »
The RSCA Futures suffered a disappointing defeat against Club NXT after a six-game unbeaten streak. The team started the second half weakly, resulting in a 3-0 loss. All goals fell in a short period I the second half. Coach Jelle Coen was visibly disappointed with this solid defeat. “We were in a good flow and expected a different result,” he said. Read more »
Deep into injury time, Anders Dreyer made sure Anderlecht kept the three points at home. “Against teams like Beerschot, it's difficult to play football. So I'm happy with the three points, even if it wasn't always pretty.” Read more »
A few minutes after his substitution, Yari Verschaeren brought Anderlecht back into the match with his first goal of the season. “I'm very happy for myself and for the team,” he spoke afterwards. “The past few weeks have been difficult.” Read more »
Het Nieuwsblad had a long interview with man-in-form Kasper Dolberg. It is mainly about his life besides football, but the sporting and his future are also briefly discussed. “Looking back on my time with Anderlecht ten years from now and finding that we didn't win a prize? That would be disappointing.” Read more »
Tristan Degreef suffered a hamstring injury during the game against Westerlo and had to leave the field after 38 minutes. David Hubert, the coach, indicated that it was probably a contracture, but remained cautious until there is a final decision. As such, the injury might not be too bad, but it seems that Degreef will not be able to play Sunday against Beerschot. The club does not want to take any unnecessary risks with the player and still has Amuzu and Verschaeren in reserve. Edozie seems to have recovered, but may be spared on Sunday. Read more »
Moussa N'Diaye is currently one of the standouts at RSC Anderlecht. The arrival of coach David Hubert is seen as an important factor behind the player's improved performance. Hubert has given N'Diaye renewed confidence by offering him more playing time, which allows him to better express his attacking qualities. N'Diaye also scored yesterday against Westerlo: “I had been waiting for this for a while,” he said with a smile. Read more »
Ludwig Augustinsson makes his reappearance in the selection, fingers crossed that he will now actually make it to the game. Samuel Edozie (ankle) has started running practice, but Westerlo is still a little too early. Read more »
