After the European defeat against Kairat Almaty, Anderlecht urgently needed a response, and it came. In a seething Alfasun Indoor Arena, Anderlecht Futsal swept Pibo Bilzen aside with a clear 7-0 victory, showing that the defeat in the Champions League had been digested. The tone was set in the opening minutes. Read more »
Good news but also caution at RSCA: Lucas Hey resumed most of his training this week. The young defender looked sharp and focused during the exercises, which points to a possible place in the match selection. However, the Anderlecht staff remain vigilant. Hey, like Vazquez, is still considered a ‘doubtful case'. Read more »
For the first time in its history, RSC Anderlecht is setting up shop in the city center with a unique pop-up store, located on the corner of the Grand Place. During the Plaisirs d'Hiver, when more than four million visitors will be strolling among chalets, lights, and entertainment, fans can come and shop for shirts. Read more »
Striker Luis Vazquez is just three goals away from a new milestone that could activate a financial bonus in his contract. This information was revealed in the HLN Football Podcast. The player's performance is directly linked to the financial aspect of the transfer fee. In the summer of 2023, Anderlecht signed Luis Vázquez for around €3 million. He joined from Boca Juniors.
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Colin Coosemans has been wearing the Anderlecht jersey for more than four years now, but extending his contract does not seem to be a priority for the time being — certainly not under the conditions currently being offered by the Purple & White. Read more »
The RSCA Futures failed to win for the fifth time in six games. Against Seraing, the Purple & White took the lead twice, but a red card in the final phase left them with ten men and led to the equalizer shortly thereafter. Despite the disappointing result, there was also good news: Enzo Sternal returned after a long-term knee injury that had kept him sidelined since March. The young Frenchman made his comeback on the pitch three minutes before the end. Afterwards, he said: “My contract extension until 2029 shows the club's confidence in me. It has helped me morally.”
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RSCA Futsal has prepared itself excellently for Monday's important Champions League match with a convincing 1-7 victory at Shokudo Aarschot. This victory means that Anderlecht retains its maximum score of 27 points after nine match days, although the team is still second in the league behind FT Antwerp, which has played one more game and has 28 points. The goals for Anderlecht came from Gaucho, Mancuso (twice), Edu, Raul, Rakic, and Panes, who together made the difference in the Sporthal in Aarschot.
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According to Het Nieuwsblad, Anderlecht is in talks with several players whose contracts are expiring. This is the case for Thorgan Hazard, Yari Verschaeren, and Marco Kana. Some players may have to take a pay cut. Read more »
Vincent Kompany made an unexpected visit to Anderlecht's training complex in Neerpede last week, much to the delight of the technical staff and former player Besnik Hasi. During an informal coffee meeting, a warm atmosphere developed, in which Kompany emphasized that Neerpede will always remain a home for him, as it does for players such as Lukaku, Tielemans, and Vanden Borre. The name of Nathan De Cat was deliberately avoided: “Kompany has enough information about the player himself,” he said. 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 »
Today Elyess Dao and Basile Vroninks celebrate their birthday. They both become 19 years old and we wish to congratulate them with their anniversary! Read more »
He was the nightmare of many defenders in Belgium: strong, explosive, and deadly inside the penalty area. Dieumerci Mbokani grew into a phenomenon at RSC Anderlecht, claiming two consecutive top scorer titles and showcasing an unparalleled combination of power and technique. But where has the Congolese striker been since his glory days in Brussels? Read more »
Today Zoumana Keita celebrates his birthday! He becomes 20 years old and we would like to wish him a happy birthday! Read more »
Vincent Kompany, currently manager of Bayern Munich, made a symbolic visit to Anderlecht on Wednesday. This visit comes shortly after the announced departure of Wouter Vandenhaute, who was previously considered responsible for Kompany's departure from Anderlecht. Kompany was originally scheduled to attend the match against Club Brugge, but due to unforeseen circumstances, this was not possible. The visit, however, underlines Kompany's continued ties to the club. Read more »
Olivier Renard, Chief Technical Officer of RSC Anderlecht, was not present at the crucial match against Club Brugge at Lotto Park. Instead, he was in Qatar for the U17 World Cup, leading to speculation about his role at the club. The podcast HLN Voetbal explains. 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 »
Keisuke Goto's strong performances haven't gone unnoticed in Japan. The young striker, on loan from Anderlecht to STVV, has been called up to his country's national team for the first time. He will be eligible to participate in the Kirin Challenge Cup in November. Read more »
Anderlecht fans will not be traveling to La Louvière and Westerlo. They are boycotting the matches due to a lack of seats for visiting fans. This also happened previously against OH Leuven (1-1). Read more »
On Wednesday, November 12, 2025, RSCA supporters will have the chance to meet their favorite players during a special autograph session. This time, the event will not take place in the Fanshop at Lotto Park, but in the Westland Shopping Center, which is within walking distance of the stadium. The session is scheduled from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, giving fans the opportunity to collect autographs, have a chat, and take selfies. Read more »
Former Anderlecht player Anders Dreyer, who was sold to San Diego FC in January, has been named Newcomer of the Year in Major League Soccer. The Dane was involved in an impressive 38 goals, evenly split between 19 goals and 19 assists. 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.
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In the round of 16 of the Croky Cup, Anderlecht will face Racing Genk away in Limburg on Thursday evening at 8:30 PM. The draw took place last night after the final match of the round of 16. Read more »
Mario Stroeykens has chosen to play for the Congolese national team in the future. The attacking midfielder will be part of the Congolese squad for the international matches in November. On Instagram, he shared the message from the squad and a childhood photo in the Congolese shirt. Read more »
RSC Anderlecht Futsal suffered a disappointing defeat in the Champions League group stage tonight. Despite an early opener from Raul in the third minute, the team went down 2-1 to Polish side Gliwice in front of 10,000 enthusiastic supporters at the PreZero Arena. The defeat was particularly painful as the winning goal was the result of a goalkeeper error. Read more »
He arrived at Anderlecht in 2008 as an unknown from FC Basel but quickly grew into a reliable presence at left-back. Behrang Safari was not a man of grand statements, but of solid performances. With his stamina, strong tackles, and level-headed mentality, he earned a place in the heart of the purple and white. But what happened to Safari after he left Neerpede behind? Read more »
The debate surrounding Nathan De Cat's World Cup selection continues to reverberate at Anderlecht. During the press conference, coach Besnik Hasi made it clear that the club's position remains unchanged. "I won't answer any more questions about that. Anderlecht's position is clear," he stated firmly. Read more »
Nathan de Cat is becomiing a key player for Anderlecht at a young age. The youngster still has a contract in Brussels until 2027. However, given his rapid development, Anderlecht wants to avoid having to sell De Cat next year to avoid a potential free transfer in 2027. Read more »
Today Ibrahim Kanaté celebrates his birthday! He becomes 19 years old and we would like to wish him a happy birthday! Read more »
First-team defender Amine Mahroug has signed a new contract with Anderlecht. The 17-year-old defender extended his contract today until 2028. Mahroug has been a regular starter for the Futures in the first-team this season. 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 »
Anderlecht will be able to count on Mihajlo Cvetkovic for Friday's match against Charleroi, according to La Dernière Heure. The striker was forced to sit out at halftime on Sunday against STVV with a swollen knee, but was much better yesterday. Read more »
The appointment of Michael Verschueren as chairman of RSC Anderlecht has been welcomed by club legends such as Jan Mulder, Olivier Deschacht, Pär Zetterberg, and Philippe Albert. They praise his love for the club, his unifying style, and his knowledge of the purple and white DNA, but emphasize that now is the time for action. Read more »
The Belgian Football Association is investigating whether coaches will soon be allowed to request VAR checks themselves. According to information from the Referee Department, a pilot project with so-called challenges is being considered, similar to the system that has been in place in hockey for some time. Read more »
RSC Anderlecht has now also formally announced the return of Michael Verschueren as chairman, effective mid-November. This appointment is mainly a matter of protocol. “With his many years of involvement and recognized expertise in international football, Verschueren will contribute to healthy governance and further refine the club's long-term strategy,” the statement said. “In addition, he will focus on strengthening external relations,” the official statement on Verschueren added. Read more »
The circle is complete. After several months of absence, Kenneth Bornauw (53) returns to RSC Anderlecht — this time as CEO with full responsibility for both the sporting and business sides of the club. Marc Coucke is thus bringing his former confidant back at a time when the club is once again looking for direction. Read more »
Michael Verschueren (55) will be the new chairman of the record champion, a position his father—the legendary Michel Verschueren—always dreamed of for his son. Read more »
Things finally moved forward: Anderlecht's board of directors met and approved Marc Coucke's plan: Kenneth Bornauw (photo) will return to the club and becomes the new CEO. He will be in charge of day-to-day operations. Michael Verschueren will become chairman. Both will start their new roles in early November.
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He was the Czech powerhouse in midfield, the workhorse among the graceful footballers at Anderlecht. Jan Polák arrived in 2007 from 1. FC Nürnberg and remained a key figure in the purple and white midfield for six seasons. Tactically strong, tireless, and always serving the team. But what happened to the likeable Czech after he left the Astridpark? Read more »
Wouter Vandenhaute will not use his blocking minority to prevent the appointment of Michael Verschueren as ceremonial chairman of Anderlecht. This will be confirmed today during the board meeting. Read more »
RSC Anderlecht has announced a new partnership, this time with Belgian kitchen manufacturer Keukens De Abdij. The family business will join the club's official partners for the next three seasons and will have its own box at Lotto Park. With more than 45 years of experience in custom-made kitchens, Keukens De Abdij is known for its sustainable materials and lifetime warranty, which perfectly matches the values of RSC Anderlecht: quality, passion, and commitment. From October 11 to 19, fans will have the opportunity to meet the Keukens De Abdij team at the BIS trade fair in Ghent. Read more »
David Hubert returns to Brussels from OH Leuven. Hubert was replaced by Besnik Hasi at Anderlecht before the start of the Champions Play-offs. He then found a new job in Leuven, but now Brussels city rival Union is snatching him away to replace Pocognoli. Hubert's career is developing at breakneck speed: last year his first job as T1 at purple and white and now, among other things, Champions League at Union. Read more »
In a one-sided match, RSC Anderlecht Futsal gave bottom-of-the-table Club Annessens 25 Brussels no chance. During the clash at the Alfasun Indoor Arena in Roosdaal, the match was already decided before half-time, with an overwhelming 6-0 score. After the break, Anderlecht remained dominant and added another eight goals to the score, resulting in a final score of 14-0. The goals were scored by Raul (2), Rakic (2), Rangel, Tarakanovs, Mancuso, Darlan (3), Vandamme, Panes (2), and Cainan. Read more »
Sporting Anderlecht still has no chairman after Vandenhaute's departure. It is now clear that Coucke himself will not return to the position of president. According to certain sources, the club will opt for a purely ceremonial chairman. Behind the scenes, the name of Michael Verschueren is therefore being mentioned more and more often. Read more »
Physiotherapist Tim Wattez and masseur Kenny Dehaes are leaving. The duo are thanked for their services following the renewal of the medical staff. Wattez in particular had a long track record. He had been on board for ten years.
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