News with tag "Other"


 29-03-2025 

Vertonghen will not play in Bruges

Vertonghen will not play in Bruges

Ahead of the first match of the Champions Play-Offs, which takes place Sunday in Bruges, the participation of Yari Verschaeren and Kasper Dolberg remains uncertain. However, RSC Anderlecht coach Besnik Hasi has confirmed that captain Jan Vertonghen will not be there: “Vertonghen will not play against Club Brugge,” the new coach said. He stressed that Vertonghen's situation will be evaluated weekly, after an open conversation about how the defender can support the team. Read more »


Hasi on the bench against Bruges

Hasi on the bench against Bruges

Besnik Hasi will be allowed to sit on the bench for the match against Bruges. Hasi is hanging a possible sanction over the head because of the harsh criticism he made of the game management when he was still coach of KV Mechelen. However, the final ruling will not follow until next week. Read more »



 28-03-2025 

Final Cup of Belgium Futsal in Lommel

Final Cup of Belgium Futsal in Lommel

On Saturday, April 19 at 7 p.m., a historic duel between RSC Anderlecht Futsal and Standard will take place in the De Souverein hall in Lommel. It is the first time these two teams meet in an official competition, which makes the event extra special. RSC Anderlecht, which has been the number one team in Belgium for several seasons, will take on Liège-based Standard, which recently captured the second division title.  Read more »


Jansen replaces Vanderloock as video analyst

Jansen replaces Vanderloock as video analyst

Jordi Jansen, a 27-year-old video analyst, has joined RSC Anderlecht. Previously, Jansen was with KV Mechelen, where he worked under Steven Defour and later Besnik Hasi from the summer of 2023. His experience also includes a previous position at Antwerp. Jansen's appointment follows the departure of Gauthier Vanderloock, Anderlecht's previous video analyst, who recently moved to Major League Soccer (MLS). Read more »


Dolberg completed group training yesterday

Dolberg completed group training yesterday

Good news about Kasper Dolberg: La Dernière Heure knows that the Dane took part in group training yesterday. The newspaper is convinced: Dolberg will be in the selection for Sunday's game against Club Brugge. Two other players remain out, though. Read more »



Jelle Coen: “The season has succeeded”

Jelle Coen: “The season has succeeded”

Jelle Coen, coach of the RSCA Futures, is optimistic about his team's chances of holding on in the league, with four games to go. Despite a difficult start with a young team, which was not optimally prepared both collectively and structurally, the team has gradually improved. According to Coen, the team has worked hard throughout the season to ensure stability. “The team has gradually found more regularity and a more professional way of working has been implemented,” it sounds. Read more »



 26-03-2025 

Vertonghen: “Not planning to become a coach”

Vertonghen: “Not planning to become a coach”

Jan Vertonghen has announced he will end his career at the end of this season. The decision was driven in part by the injury he suffered this season, which forced him to reconsider his future in football. Vertonghen realized that it was no longer possible for him to consistently perform at a high level, which led to his decision to quit. “In that respect, the decision was not difficult to make,” he echoed. Read more »


Friday's top match: RSCA Futsal-Hasselt

Friday's top match: RSCA Futsal-Hasselt

On Friday, March 28 at 8:15 p.m., an exciting top match is scheduled in the futsal competition. RSC Anderlecht Futsal will host FULL Hasselt in Roosdaal. The visitors from Limburg currently occupy second place in the overall standings, trailing the leaders from Brussels by 9 points.  Read more »


“Van Holsbeeck always defended the interests of Anderlecht”

“Van Holsbeeck always defended the interests of Anderlecht”

The court case surrounding Marc Coucke's takeover of RSC Anderlecht in 2017 is getting closer. The indictment chamber has referred Herman Van Holsbeeck, Christophe Henrotay and former general manager Jo Van Biesbroeck to court. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Thursday, where the process will be further shaped. Van Holsbeeck, who is determined to tell his story, hopes this will end seven difficult years for him and his family. Read more »


 25-03-2025 


 24-03-2025 

“With Devils scoring at Lotto Park? Then I break”

“With Devils scoring at Lotto Park? Then I break”

The Red Devils played yesterday not at the King Baudouin Stadium, but at Racing Genk's Cegeka Arena. A successful choice. Meanwhile, according to Het Nieuwsblad, talks are underway with Ghent and Standard, and Anderlecht's Lotto Park would also be an option. “Hopefully that will work out in September,” Romelu Lukaku dreams. Read more »


For Vandenhaute, rationality prevails over emotion

For Vandenhaute, rationality prevails over emotion

RSC Anderlecht has brought its second coach in six months to the door with the recent dismissal of David Hubert. Het Laatste Nieuws looked at the approach of president Wouter Vandenhaute. His methodology of direct intervention, regardless of the emotional impact, leads to a constant change of coaches and other executives within the club. Read more »


RSCA Futsal wins in Hoboken

RSCA Futsal wins in Hoboken

RSC Anderlecht Futsal confirmed their good form this week by reaching both the final of the Cup of Belgium and a convincing victory in the league. After qualifying for the final, where they beat FT Charleroi 2-5, the team led by coach Luca Cragnaz traveled to GS Hoboken Ster. In this away match, Anderlecht showed its dominance by winning 2-7, further cementing their position as league leaders. Read more »


Anderlecht receives 300,000 euros extra

Anderlecht receives 300,000 euros extra

Mechelen is at the top of the Jupiler Pro League for the fourth consecutive time in terms of the number of playing minutes for Belgian-trained players. This makes the club the leader in a ranking that also places Dender, Genk, Anderlecht and Club Brugge in the top five. This ranking has financial implications, as the clubs are rewarded with resources from the media fund, in accordance with the applicable distribution rules.
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 23-03-2025 


 21-03-2025 

Mariman also leaves Anderlecht

Mariman also leaves Anderlecht

Henk Mariman, Head of Football of youth training at Anderlecht, is said to have left purple and white. So reports La Dernière Heure. According to the Walloon newspaper, Mariman decided to leave himself. He had been with Anderlecht since January 2024. Read more »



Hubert could stay as assistant

Hubert could stay as assistant

According to Het Nieuwsblad, David Hubert could stay on as assistant under Besnik Hasi. However, Hubert had no ears for this proposal and already said goodbye to the players. Read more »


Renard: “We opt for renewed dynamism”

Renard: “We opt for renewed dynamism”

On Anderlecht's website, Olivier Renard briefly clarifies the decision to replace David Hubert with Besnik Hasi. “We are grateful to David for his work in recent months,” Renard begins. “We now choose to enter the decisive phase of the season with another head coach and a renewed dynamic.” Read more »


 20-03-2025 

Hubert fired, Hasi takes over

Hubert fired, Hasi takes over

Anderlecht has fired head coach David Hubert due to disappointing performances. Besnik Hasi, who recently left KV Mechelen and was about to go to Cercle Brugge, will take the helm. Hasi is an old friend at Anderlecht, where he was previously player, assistant and champions coach in 2014. Read more »





 18-03-2025 

Players enjoy several days of vacation

Players enjoy several days of vacation

Anderlecht will train without six internationals for the next few days. César Huerta (Mexico), Jan-Carlo Simic (Serbia), Moussa N'Diaye (Senegal), Lucas Hey (Denmark U21), Keisuke Goto (Japan U21) and Ali (Morocco U21) were called up for international duty. The rest of the core will have time off on Monday (yesterday) and Tuesday, but on next weekend and next Monday. Wednesday is open training at Lotto Park, followed by signing session. Thursday and Friday will see training at Neerpede, followed by preparation for the Playoffs starting Tuesday. Read more »


Champions' playoffs calendar

Champions' playoffs calendar

The calendar of the Champions' playoffs has been released. The first three playing days will be no laughing matter for Anderlecht. Purple White starts at Club Brugge, then plays at home against Genk and then has to go to Union.  Read more »


Hubert hopeful for playoffs

Hubert hopeful for playoffs

David Hubert is satisfied with the reaction of his players after the loss against Westerlo, despite the fact that it was not very convincing: “Our opponent played at a high level and gave everything; that managed to impress us at certain moments.” Still, he admits that the final score was flattered: “The players did not create enough chances,” he echoed. “Especially the second half was challenging for us and especially in the first 20 minutes, where the opponent's tactical changes had a negative impact on our game.” Read more »


 17-03-2025 

Hey: “Vertonghen brings more calm at the back”

Hey: “Vertonghen brings more calm at the back”

Lucas Hey played as a defensive midfielder in the match against Cercle Brugge. This position is not unfamiliar to him, as he previously held this role during his training in Denmark. Hey had a strong first half, but experienced more difficulty in the second half. During the match, he teamed up with Jan Vertonghen, who he said “gives the team more calmness and stability.” Read more »


 15-03-2025 

New win by RSCA Futsal

New win by RSCA Futsal

RSC Anderlecht Futsal scored a convincing victory against Pibo Bilzen last night. It became 8-2 in Roosdaal. The victory mainly came about in the second half, where the Anderlecht team showed its strength. The opening goal was scored by newcomer Mancuso. This was followed by goals by Darlan, Cainan (twice), Edu, Felipinho, Sekulic and Raul, which further sealed the victory. Read more »


RSCA Futsal strengthens with Mancuso

RSCA Futsal strengthens with Mancuso

RSC Anderlecht Futsal has transferred Diego Brandao Martins, better known as Mancuso. The 36-year-old player has signed a contract that ties him to the club until mid-2026. CEO Lieven Baert stressed that Mancuso's arrival was a valuable opportunity in the transfer market: “His experience will be an important advantage in the pursuit of our goals in the coming months.” Mancuso himself is looking forward to his new adventure. “It may be surprising, but the Alfasun Indoor Arena is not unfamiliar to me,” said the new arrival. Read more »


 14-03-2025 

Goalkeeper Haentjens extended to 2027

Goalkeeper Haentjens extended to 2027

Michiel Haentjens today extended his contract with Anderlecht until 2027. The 18-year-old goalkeeper recently played three matches for the Futures in 1B. “After almost ten years in our youth academy, we are looking forward to seeing him evolve in the Challenger Pro League,” Anderlecht said. Read more »


No sanctions for Anderlecht

No sanctions for Anderlecht

Anderlecht will not face an additional sanction for the irregularities during the match against Fenerbahçe. Anderlecht previously reacted by closing box N5, but eventually reopened it when a dozen people involved were identified. UEFA now rules that the club is not to blame for the brawls that broke out in the stands at the time. Instead, the Turkish club will be fined 20.000 euros. Read more »



Huerta and N'Diaye called up for national teams

Huerta and N'Diaye called up for national teams

Moussa N'Diaye joins the Senegalese national selection and will face Sudan on March 22, followed by a clash with Togo on March 25. These matches are part of the qualifications for the 2026 World Cup. Unlike N'Diaye, Kasper Dolberg is not included in the Danish selection. A knee injury is keeping him on the sidelines, but his return is expected during the Champion's Playoffs. Read more »


“To be stronger in crucial matches than past months”

“To be stronger in crucial matches than past months”

In Het Nieuwsblad, Wim Vandenven explains his task at Anderlecht. “I have to make an overview of what the club has to perform, both in the short and long term,” said the athletics coach. Vandeven indicates that it was he who also contacted Jacques Borlée and why he did so.” Read more »


Jacques Borlée also becomes a consultant

Jacques Borlée also becomes a consultant

Besides Wim Vandeven, Jacques Borlée will also act as a consultant to Anderlecht's medical staff. The former success coach will deal with the recovery of players and their mental well-being during the upcoming Champions' playoffs. Currently, Borlée joins Purple White until the end of this season. Read more »


Wim Vandeven strengthens (temporarily?) medical staff

Wim Vandeven strengthens (temporarily?) medical staff

Wim Vandeven has joined RSC Anderlecht's medical team as a consultant. His expertise is expected to be of great value to the club. His contract runs until the end of the season, with a possible extension. Vandeven has a background in sports, with experience as a high jumper and as Belgian champion in the 110-meter hurdles. He is also the husband of Tia Hellebaut and is close to Wouter Vandenhaute. Read more »


Internal pressure on Hubert to do better

Internal pressure on Hubert to do better

The pressure is getting higher at RSC Anderlecht after the disappointing defeat against Westerlo, with the way the match went particularly causing dissatisfaction. Anderlecht concludes the regular phase of the season next Sunday with a match against Cercle. The board is already expecting a strong reaction from both the players and coach David Hubert. Read more »


 09-03-2025 

Three Anderlecht players in pre-selection Red Devils

Three Anderlecht players in pre-selection Red Devils

National coach Rudi Garcia has made a pre-selection of 43 players for international matches later this month. This selection was not officially released, but Het Laatste Nieuws knows that three Anderlecht players are part of it: Killian Sardella, Leander Dendoncker and Thorgan Hazard. Read more »


 07-03-2025 

‘Vertonghen seemed the youngest of them all at training’

‘Vertonghen seemed the youngest of them all at training’

Now that Jan Vertonghen is fit again, the question arises as to when he will be back at kick-off for the first time. ‘Jan also knows he is not 100 per cent yet. It is still too early for him to play 90 minutes,' coach David Hubert told his press conference this afternoon. According to Hubert, the fact that Anderlecht has been eliminated in Europe is a good thing for Vertonghen, though. Read more »


Lukaku: ‘I promised my son I will return’

Lukaku: ‘I promised my son I will return’

In an interview with the Corriere dello Sport, Romelu Lukaku has reiterated that he will one day play football for Anderlecht again. ‘I will finish my career with Anderlecht, the club of my heart. I promised my son that I will still return,' Lukaku said. Read more »


Simic: ‘I am a warrior’

Simic: ‘I am a warrior’

Jan-Carlo Simic sees that the team has had both highs and lows this season. Nevertheless, he believes the team can achieve something in the Champions Playoffs and the Belgian Cup final. Since his arrival at the club, Simic feels he is an important player: ‘I have learned a lot and gained a lot of experience by playing every three days,' he echoes.
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No future for Kana at Anderlecht

No future for Kana at Anderlecht

After a lot of injuries, Marco Kana is finally a footballer again. He has played the past four duels with the Futures, but he no longer has a future with the A side, according to Voetbalkrant. Kana's contract runs for one more year, but Purple-White will not extend it. Due to his injury susceptibility. Read more »


 05-03-2025 

Simic called up for Serbia

Simic called up for Serbia

Serbian national coach Dragan Stojkovic has called up Jan-Carlo Simic for the two Nations League matches later this month. Serbia will play Austria twice on March 20 and 23. Read more »


Steegen new press chief Red Devils

Steegen new press chief Red Devils

David Steegen (58) has been appointed the new press chief of the Belgian national soccer team. He succeeds Stefan Van Loock (64), who has retired. Steegen, who headed RSC Anderlecht's communications department for more than a decade, left the club in the summer of 2022. In recent years, Steegen has coached several athletes with his communications company, including soccer players Johan Bakayoko and Zeno Debast, as well as cyclist Remco Evenepoel. Read more »