Frank Acheampong is scoring with his eyes closed the last couple of weeks. The result: three goals in two matches. "I don't understand what's going on", says the Ghanaian winger. "I am scoring all the time lately, even on training." Read more »
Matias Suarez was very motivated when he came on the pitch against Zulte Waregem. He was not always successful but he did score with a great kick. "I hope this gives him confidence", was Hasi's first reaction. Read more »
Stéphane Badji, Alexander Büttner and especially Filip Djuricic did not need a lot of time to prove they are an added value for Anderlecht. And most important of all: they seem to bring the Mauves to a higher level. Read more »
Youri Tielemans played eleven minutes in last Saturday's match against Zulte Waregem and will have a hard time fighting back to gain back his spot in this team that seems to have find back its old level. Read more »
Olivier Deschacht was delighted after the easy win against Zulte Waregem. "It has been a while since we played an entire match at this level", the defender realized. Read more »
Stéphane Badji started his second match for Anderlecht and played a solid game. He prepared the first goal of the day and recuperated several balls. The Senegalese player was very happy with his performance. Read more »
Anderlecht were satisfied with yesterday's win against Zulte Waregem but coach Besnik Hasi aims higher. "There is still a lot of work to do. The fans criticized us in the past, they were right and we still owe them a lot." Read more »
Alexander Büttner asked to be substituted after his goal, not because of an injury but due to cramps. "I haven't played for a while so I am not 100% physically ready to play. But I keep working hard on my condition." Read more »
Besnik Hasi asked for reinforcements in the winter break, and got all he wanted. "I have no more excuses", says the coach. "Both myself as the players want to show what we are made of." Read more »
Dodi Lukebakio has an issue with arriving on time, and the fact that he lost his place in the starting eleven because of that was a shock to his family. Mother Nara is very clear: "Of course I am angry at him." Read more »
The 26th matchday of the Jupiler Pro League is scheduled today and Anderlecht are challenging Zulte Waregem in the Vanden Stock Stadium. Fifteen points can still be gained before the start of the play-offs and the Mauves are still in the running for the PO1. Read more »
Steven Defour made some remarkable confessions in VivaCité. The midfielder announced he wants to end his career at KV Malines. Last week, Defour obtained a 2-2 draw with Anderlecht against KV Malines. Read more »
Gianfranco Zola, current coach at Al-Arabi, is worried about the lack of play minutes of Imoh Ezekiel at Anderlecht. "This is an annoying situation for a player with so many qualities. He is young and needs to play", says Zola. Read more »
Dodi Lukebakio Ngandoli has a problem arriving in time lately and Besnik Hasi gave a clear warning. "Lukebakio needs to take up his responsibility. If he continues like this, he will be sanctioned." Read more »
With the four new incoming transfers Matias Suarez and Youri Tielemans will not have an easy time coming back in the team. Besnik Hasi still believes in these two talents, but hopes they got the message and work hard to come back. Read more »
Steven Defour is only 27 years old, but still he is one of the oldest players at Anderlecht. He also wants to become one of the leaders. "But the other players should accept that first, and the board should support me as well", Defour reacts. Read more »
Filip Djuricic plays football the way Anderlecht wants it: spectacular and attacking. "I feel great here. I give the fans what they want: attacking football. I want to launch my career again here." Read more »
Andy Kawaya joined Dutch side Willem II on loan trial after New Year, but he only played seventy minutes in five matches. The striker sure had expected for more, and it looks like he should not have high hopes for the future. Read more »
Bram Nuytinck does not get a lot of play time this season and he had surely expected to play more after having extended his contract. "This situation isn't good for anyone", the defender reacts. Read more »
These are hard times for Anderlecht, which means that manager Herman Van Holsbeeck is also having a tough period. The manager reacts on what has been happening lately. "Conflicts are lurking within the squad", he states. Read more »
Jorn Vancamp's second goal against Arsenal was one of great beauty. "This was a goal à la Barcelona", was captain Wout Faes' first reaction. However, Vancamp stayed modest about his two goals. Read more »
Nicolas Frutos succesfully accomplished his first important mission as coach of the U21. "This victory is great for the club and for the players", reacted Frutos after the match against Arsenal. Read more »
Samuel Bastien is playing a great season with Avellino and is very happy in Italy. "The fans are comparing me with Kevin De Bruyne", the youngster reacts. "However, I am keeping my feet on the ground." Read more »
Nicolas Frutos is performing his first big test as a coach of the Anderlecht U21 tonight. The Youth League is the most important tournament at this level, and also Frutos realizes the match against Arsenal is important. He is counting on the fans to support the team. Read more »
Stéphane Badji looks to be serious competition for Leander Dendoncker and Youri Tielemans. Anderlecht icon Paul Van Himst thinks Hasi will have difficulties to choose now. "Tielemans is not playing his best season ever", Van Himst states. Read more »
Nicolas Frutos is the coach of the U21 since the beginning of the year. The former Anderlecht coach puts in a lot of effort, but has not obtained the expected results so far. Frutos does not panic yet, as he expects his team to be at their best in February. Read more »
Steven Defour caught his eighth yellow card of the season against KV Malines. Still two cards to go and he will be suspended for two matches, which could harm Anderlecht as well. "It's not a good idea to calculate too much", reacts coach Hasi. Read more »
Samuel Bastien is leaving a great impression at Avellino and also his team mate Benjamin Mokulu testifies that the 19-year-old midfielder is playing a very solid season. Read more »
