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 »
Anas Tajaouart was also part of the Moroccan U20 team that became world champions. "I didn't put any pressure on myself in this tournament," he said. Instead, his confidence grew as the tournament progressed. "But the realization that we had truly become world champions only came later," he said, describing his feelings. He also emphasized the crucial role of his coach, Mo Ouahbi, who has managed to create a strong team dynamic. 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 »
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 »
Anas Tajaouart was also part of Morocco's U20 team that became world champion. “I didn't put any pressure on myself during this tournament,” he said. Instead, his confidence grew as the competition progressed. “But the realization that we had actually become world champions only came later,” he described. He also emphasized the crucial role of his coach, Mo Ouahbi, who managed to build a strong team dynamic. Read more »
In an interview, Ali Maamar described his participation in the U20 World Cup as an “incredible experience.” “I wanted to make a positive contribution to the team, and I managed to do that,” he said. After being suspended for the semi-final, he felt in top form for the final against Argentina. Read more »
Mission accomplished for RSC Anderlecht Futsal: the Mauves and Whites have qualified for the Round of 16 of the Champions League after their campaign in Poland. Yet, the expected euphoria is giving way to a sense of frustration. The reason? A third-place finish that makes the rest of their European journey much more complicated.
Read more »On Tuesday, the heart of Brussels football beat a little faster in the municipality of Anderlecht, where young RSCA players Ali Maamar and Anas Tajaouart were celebrated for their U20 World Cup victory with the Moroccan national team. 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 »
After former chairman Wouter Vandenhaute, coach Besnik Hasi is now also under fire from some Anderlecht fans. On Tuesday evening, during the cup match against Ninove, his name was greeted for the first time with boos and chants of "Hasi out!" The pressure on the 53-year-old coach is mounting. But is that justified? We asked three Anderlecht icons: Olivier Deschacht, Walter Baseggio, and Philippe Albert. Read more »
Besnik Hasi and Colin Coosemans gave the press an explanation after the defeat in Charleroi. Of course, no real explanations were given, other than observations that any supporter can make. According to Hasi, the first half was "the worst" he'd seen this season, but we could easily name a few others that could easily be called "the worst." Read more »
Thorgan Hazard expressed his frustration after Anderlecht's 1-0 defeat to Charleroi. Despite several good chances in the second half, including a shot that hit the post and a goal disallowed for offside, the Mauves failed to score. "The ball just wouldn't go in," Hazard said in an interview with DAZN. 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 »
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 »
After the match, Anderlecht coach Besnik Hasi expressed his satisfaction with Nathan De Cat's progress: "De Cat's ability to score, especially in his role as number six, is important for us." De Cat must now continue this positive trend, according to the coach. Read more »
Nathan De Cat opened the scoring for Anderlecht tonight with a beautiful strike. He played strongly again and showed why Anderlecht is reluctant to see him leave for the U17 World Cup. "My family and friends were in the stands. I'm very happy I was able to score," he said after the match. Read more »
Who will be Anderlecht's striker tomorrow against STVV? Will Luis Vazquez remain first choice? Or has Mihajlo Cvetkovic reversed the hierarchy with his goal against Standard Liège? "We'll decide tomorrow (today, ed.) who plays," Besnik Hasi said yesterday. "Whoever it is, I hope that player is ready to give it his all for ninety minutes." Read more »
Newcomers Yasin Özcan and Mihajlo Ilic remain benched for the time being. Besnik Hasi was also asked about their substitute roles at his press conference. "That they came to play? I have 26 players who came to do that," the coach said. Read more »
After a few difficult weeks, Cédric Hatenboer and Anderlecht seem to be back on the same page. Besnik Hasi said during his press conference that he is satisfied with the young midfielder's work and progress. Read more »
The decision has been made: Anderlecht will not allow Nathan De Cat to participate in the U17 World Cup in Qatar next month. "Of course Nathan wanted to go – everyone would – but he also understands the club's position," says coach Besnik Hasi. Read more »
Good news from the sickbay. Adriano Bertaccini has fully recovered from his knee injury and is ready to play again. Coach Besnik Hasi confirmed this during his press conference. Mario Stroeykens may also return from injury. The only question mark for Sunday: César Huerta. Read more »
Keisuke Goto, currently on loan at Sint-Truiden, will face his parent club RSC Anderlecht tomorrow. The Japanese striker has scored three goals so far this season and has adapted well to his new team. Although Goto is satisfied with his start, he acknowledges that there is still room for improvement. He wants to further refine his game by making better choices and optimizing his positioning.
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After months of rehabilitation following a knee surgery, Adriano Bertaccini (25) is ready to play for Anderlecht again — possibly against his former club STVV. During this difficult period, he found support in his older brother Paolino (27), with whom he played side by side for years at Charleroi, Standard, Club Brugge, Genk, and Deinze. Read more »
For many young soccer players, playing for the Royal Sporting Club Anderlecht youth team is a dream. For goalkeeper Naïm Van Attenhove, that dream became a reality, and we had the opportunity to interview him. Despite his training at Neerpede, the young goalkeeper has already had to deal with many setbacks. The former youth player of the purple and white talks about his journey through Belgian and French football, the mental challenges along the way, and his unwavering ambition to make it as a professional. Read more »
Het Nieuwsblad reports that Anderlecht will not allow Nathan De Cat to participate in the U17 World Cup with Belgium next month. The club has informed De Cat and his entourage of this decision. The midfielder himself would have liked to go, however.
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Gilles De Bilde is concerned about the current situation at RSC Anderlecht. According to him, the club is declining year after year. De Bilde is particularly critical of the role of Wouter Vandenhaute, who still has a blocking minority. “That is very annoying and needs to be resolved,” he says. De Bilde points to the constant changes within the club, which he believes lead to a lack of stability. Read more »
After last week's poor performance at OH Leuven, Anderlecht has some making up to do in the Clasico. At his press conference this afternoon, Besnik Hasi revisited that match. "Three days earlier against Gent, we played with high intensity, but we couldn't bring that to the table against OHL," said the coach. Read more »
For the first time in almost two years, visiting fans will be allowed at a match between Anderlecht and Standard Liège. Anderlecht coach Besnik Hasi believes this is a good thing, and he hopes everything goes smoothly. "The two supporter groups must ensure that the people who banned away fans for the past two years don't get their way." Read more »
Will Nathan De Cat go to the U17 World Cup in Qatar next month or will he stay home? That question surfaced in the press last week. Besnik Hasi was asked about it during his press conference. Read more »
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